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EMP Survival in a Powerless World #3
The Final Stand
Prepare and survive.
An EMP cripples the nation on the day Detective Mike Thorton was supposed to bury his father. Fighting a panic-stricken city, an unknown enemy, and his own grief, Mike must rescue his family before the city devours them all.
An EMP cripples the nation on the day Detective Mike Thorton was supposed to bury his father. Fighting a panic-stricken city, an unknown enemy, and his own grief, Mike must rescue his family before the city devours them all.
- GenresDystopiaApocalyptic
304 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 27, 2019
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James Hunt
167 books229 followersLibrarian Note: There is more than one author by this name in the Goodreads database.
James Hunt's passion for writing began at an early age. While his journal of yesteryear may never be the work of great fiction, he's been working hard every day since then to bring pages to life. James has well over a decade of writing under his belt, but his professional career in literature didn't take off until 2014.
James currently lives in Orlando, FL and when he's not pounding away at the keyboard you can find him at the theater or somewhere outside enjoying the beautiful Florida weather.
James Hunt's passion for writing began at an early age. While his journal of yesteryear may never be the work of great fiction, he's been working hard every day since then to bring pages to life. James has well over a decade of writing under his belt, but his professional career in literature didn't take off until 2014.
James currently lives in Orlando, FL and when he's not pounding away at the keyboard you can find him at the theater or somewhere outside enjoying the beautiful Florida weather.
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November 1, 2019
This is a great read by one of my favorite authors with great characters. The story is so good, well-written and kept me interested throughout the book. I am looking forward to reading the next book by this author.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
November 10, 2019
This is an apocalyptic story with an unusual twist. The main character is Mike, a police detective who has just finished his biggest case ever. He and his partner had finally ended the eight month manhunt for a serial killer and his partner is escorting the prisoner to the Feds, while Mike and his family attend his father’s funeral. The only person that will be missing is his sister Kat, gone from the family for many years after a serious difference with their father, which Mike has no idea of. He has tried to invite his sister back, but she refuses to engage, preferring the loneliness and isolation of her new life.
On the day of the funeral, all the power suddenly goes out. Mike can only think of the warnings his sister has given him over recent years. Of what could happen when disenfranchised people or terrorists group together to attack the normal way of life. He figures out from what his sister has told him that it was an EMP attack. The power isn’t working, nor their mobile phones or even cars or any modern style of transport. His mother is in the city centre, some twenty miles away from them in the suburbs and he has to figure out how to get her back to his house.
He has an older style truck with no electronic computer chips, ie pre-1975, which has sat in his garage for years. He tells his wife to get the kids packed and to get any canned goods and water loaded up. He also breaks out the family gun safe and leaves his wife armed, while he goes for his mother. Luckily he has an old bicycle to use, but with the heat of the day and a long ride, he is soon near exhaustion, but can’t give up. He sees very quickly, the quick change in people’s behaviour as soon as normal circumstances suddenly cease. He even comes face to face with a small group of terrorists, speaking in an unknown dialect, in the centre of the city.
He faces many difficult decisions, as people are mown down in front of him or calling for help. He want to get his mother, but doesn’t even know if she is still alive. His current job as a police officer goes against everything that is driving him now. Back at his house, his wife is getting involved trying to stop redneck prejudice from attacking her neighbour and theirs. But emotions are high and some people can’t see any sense once they get angry. Mike has a fight on his hands to get his mother out of the city and as soon as he gets home, he will be in another battle with those he considered as neighbours.
This is just the start of the excitement to follow. Unknown to Mike, there is someone tracking him and his family, who wants nothing more than to make him suffer and to kill, in a slow and painful manner, every member of his family. What he did to that person to cause such a dedicated focus, is all to be discovered. The site of his sister’s cabin, is not the peaceful oasis he believed. The nearby town has its own group of dissidents, unhappy with the inequality in American life, the super rich vs the poor and struggling. They have added their names to join a terrorist group, attacking areas all across the US, gathering supplies and weapons. The townsfolk have been corralled into a guarded building and there are men searching actively for Kat’s cabin.
Not a simple survival after the fall of modern life story, but also an escape from a predator with sick plans in mind and a fight back against those who would imprison and force their way of life on others against their will. A good tale of survival against the odds, mixed with a serial killer on the hunt, a family trying to get re-united, terrorists attacking the normal mode of life and learning to survive in new and long forgotten methods. It added a nice twist to the usual EMP apocalyptic tales and fights for survival. It is something that could happen anywhere and something 99% of the population are unprepared for. A good, easy, flowing read with good surprises and twists. I received an ARC copy of this book from BookSprout and I have freely given my own opinion of the book above.
On the day of the funeral, all the power suddenly goes out. Mike can only think of the warnings his sister has given him over recent years. Of what could happen when disenfranchised people or terrorists group together to attack the normal way of life. He figures out from what his sister has told him that it was an EMP attack. The power isn’t working, nor their mobile phones or even cars or any modern style of transport. His mother is in the city centre, some twenty miles away from them in the suburbs and he has to figure out how to get her back to his house.
He has an older style truck with no electronic computer chips, ie pre-1975, which has sat in his garage for years. He tells his wife to get the kids packed and to get any canned goods and water loaded up. He also breaks out the family gun safe and leaves his wife armed, while he goes for his mother. Luckily he has an old bicycle to use, but with the heat of the day and a long ride, he is soon near exhaustion, but can’t give up. He sees very quickly, the quick change in people’s behaviour as soon as normal circumstances suddenly cease. He even comes face to face with a small group of terrorists, speaking in an unknown dialect, in the centre of the city.
He faces many difficult decisions, as people are mown down in front of him or calling for help. He want to get his mother, but doesn’t even know if she is still alive. His current job as a police officer goes against everything that is driving him now. Back at his house, his wife is getting involved trying to stop redneck prejudice from attacking her neighbour and theirs. But emotions are high and some people can’t see any sense once they get angry. Mike has a fight on his hands to get his mother out of the city and as soon as he gets home, he will be in another battle with those he considered as neighbours.
This is just the start of the excitement to follow. Unknown to Mike, there is someone tracking him and his family, who wants nothing more than to make him suffer and to kill, in a slow and painful manner, every member of his family. What he did to that person to cause such a dedicated focus, is all to be discovered. The site of his sister’s cabin, is not the peaceful oasis he believed. The nearby town has its own group of dissidents, unhappy with the inequality in American life, the super rich vs the poor and struggling. They have added their names to join a terrorist group, attacking areas all across the US, gathering supplies and weapons. The townsfolk have been corralled into a guarded building and there are men searching actively for Kat’s cabin.
Not a simple survival after the fall of modern life story, but also an escape from a predator with sick plans in mind and a fight back against those who would imprison and force their way of life on others against their will. A good tale of survival against the odds, mixed with a serial killer on the hunt, a family trying to get re-united, terrorists attacking the normal mode of life and learning to survive in new and long forgotten methods. It added a nice twist to the usual EMP apocalyptic tales and fights for survival. It is something that could happen anywhere and something 99% of the population are unprepared for. A good, easy, flowing read with good surprises and twists. I received an ARC copy of this book from BookSprout and I have freely given my own opinion of the book above.
December 6, 2019
I like reading books about EMPs and what happens afterwards. In all of the other books, the good guys defend themselves initially. This book takes a differnt tack initially, and I had to think about that for awhile. Then, throw in a serial killer that escapes during transport to the airport because of the EMP, and this killer vows to get the detective that caught him. There are some twists and turns that keep this story interesting until the end.
Enjoy it.
Enjoy it.
January 23, 2020
EMPossible odds
Very detailed character development covering family history and thoughts. Not overdone. Impossible threat of EMP but add collapse of society and neighbors gone bad, rogue gangs and terrorist training town, old age, and a maniac hunting you and you have a nightmare novel. Long novel with no shortcuts. Only typo I found was the last chapter about ‘Jim’ but is quite acceptable. Spoiler alert but not much. Mike and Katy are great. Great read.
Very detailed character development covering family history and thoughts. Not overdone. Impossible threat of EMP but add collapse of society and neighbors gone bad, rogue gangs and terrorist training town, old age, and a maniac hunting you and you have a nightmare novel. Long novel with no shortcuts. Only typo I found was the last chapter about ‘Jim’ but is quite acceptable. Spoiler alert but not much. Mike and Katy are great. Great read.
November 4, 2019
Best book ever! More realistic and more hopeful
I liked this book because I have always wondered how families would survive, much less entire nations, should the impact of an EMP occur. I'm big on preparedness and my sister's arent. So, when we plan, do we plan for all? Really makes you think!
I liked this book because I have always wondered how families would survive, much less entire nations, should the impact of an EMP occur. I'm big on preparedness and my sister's arent. So, when we plan, do we plan for all? Really makes you think!
November 11, 2019
Good read!
Great story! My only complaints:
1. There needs to be a sequel! I want to know what haplens with Mike and his family.
2. Random words in sentences that don't make sense. Sudden name Jim thrown in at the end when there was no Jim before. Please edit again! It deserves it!
Great story! My only complaints:
1. There needs to be a sequel! I want to know what haplens with Mike and his family.
2. Random words in sentences that don't make sense. Sudden name Jim thrown in at the end when there was no Jim before. Please edit again! It deserves it!
November 3, 2019
Wow! A very exciting and fast paced story!
A really good storyline and well written. I loved Katy and her way of dealing with her emotions! If there was ever a wild read it's this one!
A really good storyline and well written. I loved Katy and her way of dealing with her emotions! If there was ever a wild read it's this one!
November 6, 2019
Good story
This is a good story about the end of the w world as we know it. The characters are well developed and are people that you would want to have your back. I would like to read more stories by this author.
This is a good story about the end of the w world as we know it. The characters are well developed and are people that you would want to have your back. I would like to read more stories by this author.
November 6, 2019
This is another great book from James Hunt. The story is well written and kept my interest. I found it a hard book to put down. I recommend reading.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
November 9, 2019
Another great read by James Hunt
This was another good book with lots of twists and turns. All we can hope is these scenarios never happen but write on James it was another good read.
This was another good book with lots of twists and turns. All we can hope is these scenarios never happen but write on James it was another good read.
November 24, 2019
Quite a ride!
As if the collapse of society weren't enough, the author throws in a serial killer! This is one of the more realistic apocalypse stories I've read. It's a quick read and hard to put down.
As if the collapse of society weren't enough, the author throws in a serial killer! This is one of the more realistic apocalypse stories I've read. It's a quick read and hard to put down.
December 12, 2019
Interesting plot with some nice twists and turns to it. The characters are well written and fit the story well.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
December 18, 2019
Has it all! Murder, Mayhem, Serial killer, oh EMP too!
James Hunt has hit the EMP genre a new, exciting twist with each new book in the series! You’ll be missing out if you don’t read this series on EMP survival!
James Hunt has hit the EMP genre a new, exciting twist with each new book in the series! You’ll be missing out if you don’t read this series on EMP survival!
May 22, 2020
The Last Stand????
Struggles to keep his family alive against mounting odd . Our character will have. You rooting for the while lot will survive. Read the book to see who survived and those who did not.
Struggles to keep his family alive against mounting odd . Our character will have. You rooting for the while lot will survive. Read the book to see who survived and those who did not.
September 27, 2020
James Hunt is a great addition to my favorite post apocalyptic author’s. He writes well and keeps it clean. Focused stories that don’t try and accomplish too much with well developed characters that you care about. He is definitely going on my must read list!!
October 15, 2020
Great story
I really liked this book. It was a great story filled with believable characters. The only reason it did not get 5 stars is the spelling and sentence structure in a few places. I already have a few more books in this series to read and I am looking forward to them. Great stuff!
I really liked this book. It was a great story filled with believable characters. The only reason it did not get 5 stars is the spelling and sentence structure in a few places. I already have a few more books in this series to read and I am looking forward to them. Great stuff!
January 16, 2023
Good, well told story
No spoilers. Well I liked this story, it brings out the truth of what's important and what's not. Characters have strengths and weaknesses which make you think of your own. What would I do?
No spoilers. Well I liked this story, it brings out the truth of what's important and what's not. Characters have strengths and weaknesses which make you think of your own. What would I do?
August 1, 2023
Scsrey
Enjoyed this book. Well written end kept my interest. I find these. EMP stories fascinating, but also frightening. At my age, not concerned about mr, just family. But they need a few older people around to teach them the way to survive without technology. Judt MHO
Enjoyed this book. Well written end kept my interest. I find these. EMP stories fascinating, but also frightening. At my age, not concerned about mr, just family. But they need a few older people around to teach them the way to survive without technology. Judt MHO
January 12, 2025
I gave this book 5 stars because it deserved nothing less!
This was an excellent study into the nature of how people under duress choose to react. Very well written -- and well edited. You won't be able to put it down once you start reading.
This was an excellent study into the nature of how people under duress choose to react. Very well written -- and well edited. You won't be able to put it down once you start reading.
January 8, 2026
James Hunt is an amazing author!
James Hunt’s book are amazing. They are well written with great character development. The stories keep the reader riveted. Strongly recommend James Hunt’s books.
James Hunt’s book are amazing. They are well written with great character development. The stories keep the reader riveted. Strongly recommend James Hunt’s books.
November 6, 2019
The Final Stand review
The Final Stand is a post apocalyptic book in the EMP Survival in a Powerless World series written by author James Hunt.
The Final Stand is a post apocalyptic book in the EMP Survival in a Powerless World series written by author James Hunt.
November 23, 2019
Very good book
I really enjoyed the writing and the concept the author advanced in this book. He created believable characters and a fascinating plot.
I really enjoyed the writing and the concept the author advanced in this book. He created believable characters and a fascinating plot.
December 6, 2019
Excellent adventure
I love post apocalypse fiction and this author really delivers. The characters are intense and the story line kept me reading til dawn.
I love post apocalypse fiction and this author really delivers. The characters are intense and the story line kept me reading til dawn.
January 28, 2020
End of the world series
Wonderfully written and three separate story lines of overcoming obstacles. I have now read all 3 books and will follow you
Wonderfully written and three separate story lines of overcoming obstacles. I have now read all 3 books and will follow you
April 7, 2020
Very good story
A very good story with interesting and normal characters. Mr Hunt has the ability to immerse the reader in his tale and hold your attention while the plot unfolds.
A very good story with interesting and normal characters. Mr Hunt has the ability to immerse the reader in his tale and hold your attention while the plot unfolds.
April 20, 2020
The Final Stand
A different kind of EMP read.
Looks at another way of fighting against the world and it’s current opponents !
Good read.
A different kind of EMP read.
Looks at another way of fighting against the world and it’s current opponents !
Good read.
August 29, 2020
Good read
Although classes as a series, these spear to b stand alone books. As always, good characterization and lots of action from James Hunt. Recommended.
Although classes as a series, these spear to b stand alone books. As always, good characterization and lots of action from James Hunt. Recommended.
April 30, 2021
Great read! A true thriller.
Great read! A true thriller. I could not put it down. Glad to see the hero over come the evil unleashed from the catastrophic event.
Great read! A true thriller. I could not put it down. Glad to see the hero over come the evil unleashed from the catastrophic event.
August 16, 2021
Entertaining read
Enjoyed the plot and kept my attention to the very end. I will read the next one in the series.
Enjoyed the plot and kept my attention to the very end. I will read the next one in the series.
August 16, 2021
Great
Another great read. I am hooked and taking a break from my usual authors. Ready to start the next book
Another great read. I am hooked and taking a break from my usual authors. Ready to start the next book
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