LINEAGE The Long Way Home: An apocalyptic science fiction novel

by Phoenix Hays

In a few short months, the asteroids will end all life on planet Earth.Once it is out, the news spreads quickly. Supply chains break. Food riots erupt. Religious zealots rise up. Those of us who are the least prepared are swept up in the societal collapse and governments are ill-equipped to manage the chaos.Joe Bayham's family refuses to accept their fate.His father's experience as an Army Ranger may give them a chance to join a company working on a solution to save at least some of the human race. But the cross-country journey is the most dangerous thing they've ever attempted. Even if they make it, will Joe's importance in the plan be discovered in time? And will it even matter?After all, how do you escape certain death?

364 pages, Kindle Edition

Published January 1, 2021

Reviews

[Meenaz Lodhi · Rating 4 out of 5]

“Mankind is small. We are just specks in this grand cosmos we live in.”
A distinctive post apocalyptic, dystopian SciFi tale! I was snagged from the beginning. A unique take that is totally unexpected! A plot I’ve never read before! Unsuspecting scenarios, with surprises that jump out at every turn. The storyline builds up slowly, gaining momentum with each chapter, a marvellous way towards world building. You could see how profound and professional Mr. Hays’ writing is. Every page turn brings up more intrigue, the twists kept me enthralled and glued to the book. There were times when the scenes gave out a feeling of utopia, full of positive expectations, but the author came and transformed it all towards conflicts difficult to solve!
Having just come out of a devastating War and recuperating steadily...now heading towards a world wide catastrophe seemed too much to bear. Each element merges into and supports the others seamlessly to create a great action-filled reading experience. It is raw, emotional, with great examples of ethics and moral behaviour.
The book is a quick read, fast paced and literally engrossing, it is an excellent story, with good strong characters, very well developed, with explosive situations that make for a wonderful start to a series. And, there's more to come! Surviving Home #2 is my next read!

[Sam · Rating 4 out of 5]

I did enjoy this apocalyptic end of the world story! Good ideas with asteroids taking out earth and following a father trying to save his family. And turns in to a chain of events that try to save the human species! I did like this but found it odd the female characters don't really speak through the whole thing. The sister 4-5 times in the whole story. So male character based as the mother is almost silent as well except saying go to bed! I found it a little empty because of this, almost one sided. But an ok read!

[Jennifer Shepard · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the first book I read from this author and let me tell you that I loved it! Such a good book with great characters that keeps you obsessed with every page since the first one. The ending of this book.. come on! I just didn´t expect it! Can´t wait to read other books from this great writer! Amazing job! a must-read! A fantastic book that has it all! I happily endorse this story to any and all who are looking for a sci-fi enjoyable read and a completely different experience than anyone could imagine on their own. ¡Great book!

[Donald · Rating 3 out of 5]

Great story line but less than stellar characters, character development and not as cohesive as I like. Better editing would help a lot!

[Barbara J Wicks · Rating 4 out of 5]

Makes you think

Is this what's in store for humanity in our future? Believable characters and places. It was easy to picture the scenes.

[Johnie C · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very good read

I enjoyed reading this book very much and I recommend this book to anyone who like space opera and lots of action.