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Black Autumn #6
Honor Road
Can a man's honor survive while everything around him dies?
The sequel to Black Autumn Travelers,; three men dangle over the abyss of lost civilization, two months after the collapse.
Army Ranger Mat Best scrambles to defend the Tennessee town that struggled and failed to save his love, Caroline, from the ravages of gangrene. He stands between her orphaned brother, William, the town and tens of thousands of feral urbanites starving to strip the town bare.
Seventeen-year-old Sage Ross flees a charred and broken farm in western Washington state. He faces a perilous, winter mountain climb, then a chain of impossible choices that he must brook before continuing his homeward journey to Salt Lake City, Utah.
Cameron Stewart, the insecure family man surviving on luck and fury, flees a black-hearted polygamist enclave in northern Arizona with his family, then drops them into the gristmill of starvation. Hunger takes them down dark roads, and Cameron commits foul acts in the midst of his delirium. Will his wife and children pay the ultimate price for his dishonor?
The sequel to Black Autumn Travelers,; three men dangle over the abyss of lost civilization, two months after the collapse.
Army Ranger Mat Best scrambles to defend the Tennessee town that struggled and failed to save his love, Caroline, from the ravages of gangrene. He stands between her orphaned brother, William, the town and tens of thousands of feral urbanites starving to strip the town bare.
Seventeen-year-old Sage Ross flees a charred and broken farm in western Washington state. He faces a perilous, winter mountain climb, then a chain of impossible choices that he must brook before continuing his homeward journey to Salt Lake City, Utah.
Cameron Stewart, the insecure family man surviving on luck and fury, flees a black-hearted polygamist enclave in northern Arizona with his family, then drops them into the gristmill of starvation. Hunger takes them down dark roads, and Cameron commits foul acts in the midst of his delirium. Will his wife and children pay the ultimate price for his dishonor?
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381 pages, Paperback
First published May 24, 2021
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March 9, 2022
This series has generally performed very strongly for me with stellar entries like Black Autumn (#1), Travelers (#2), and The Last Airforce One (#4). But I became deflated when I came across Conquistadors (#3) and White Wasteland (#5), both of which were underwhelming compared to the others. Sure, it's only two books out of the total five, but...I'd be lying if I said I wasn't a bit leery reading this one. Fortunately, oh so fortunately, I sighed in relief when this book #6 (per Amazon) put me back into familiar territory of being a solid read that gave me a hell of a good time in all its gruesome, shocking glory.
This entry is a direct sequel to Travelers (book #2 per Amazon), so we once again are reunited with Sage, Mat, and Cameron (something I'm happy for because I LOVED their stories). After the events they each had to contend with in their last entry, they all now have new challenges ahead of them. Sage is once more thrust into surviving the wilds after escaping the farm's collapse from fire and raiders. Mat feels the pressure of utilizing his military skills and knowledge to help a town defend itself from potentially dangerous outsiders. And Cameron? Whoa boy...that Cameron. This dude continues to be the most eccentric of the three, still committing faulty decisions to protect his family from sickness and starvation after fleeing from the polygamist town. And he's not doing too great.
My favorite feature of this book is definitely getting to better know those three characters. They are all so very well-written and have distinguishable personalities so that they don't read as the same person. All three men go through considerable growth in this book, and it was so stressful (in a good way) to see how they contend with all the thorny weeds out there making matters worse for them. They all make both good and bad choices, often not succeeding in differentiating which was which. They wanna do what's right, be "honorable" as this book's title suggests, but have so many stumbles along the way. Things get ROUGH for these guys and that's putting it lightly. I'm mostly intrigued with Sage and Mat's stories, but Cam's uniquely crazy tale has its gripping moments as well.
The main complaint I did have for this entry is the more clunky nature of the writing. This includes the transition between scenes or the specifics of what's even HAPPENING in those scenes. There were certain chunks in this book that hit some annoying many speed-bumps, which sometimes disrupted the vibe for me. Even the passing of time was presented sorta haphazardly (weeks past, weeks ahead, etc). Parts of this book were bizarre too, like when a character did some shocking thing that seemed to have sprouted from nowhere. I also didn't like how the supporting characters aren't nicely fleshed out. Often, they'd even feel a bit diluted. Now this may not seem like a big deal, but when you want to magnify the importance of something (a moment or character relationships) it's a good idea to better establish some sort of connection between them. And sadly, I didn't always feel that between everyone. The previous book was guilty of this as well, only it was far worse. Fortunately, this one didn't cross too deeply into that territory. Still, I wish this was presented a bit more neatly.
Anyways, still an excellent read and easy enough to handle without ticking me off, so I'm always glad for that. I'm still very much in the game and look forward to the next entry.
This entry is a direct sequel to Travelers (book #2 per Amazon), so we once again are reunited with Sage, Mat, and Cameron (something I'm happy for because I LOVED their stories). After the events they each had to contend with in their last entry, they all now have new challenges ahead of them. Sage is once more thrust into surviving the wilds after escaping the farm's collapse from fire and raiders. Mat feels the pressure of utilizing his military skills and knowledge to help a town defend itself from potentially dangerous outsiders. And Cameron? Whoa boy...that Cameron. This dude continues to be the most eccentric of the three, still committing faulty decisions to protect his family from sickness and starvation after fleeing from the polygamist town. And he's not doing too great.
My favorite feature of this book is definitely getting to better know those three characters. They are all so very well-written and have distinguishable personalities so that they don't read as the same person. All three men go through considerable growth in this book, and it was so stressful (in a good way) to see how they contend with all the thorny weeds out there making matters worse for them. They all make both good and bad choices, often not succeeding in differentiating which was which. They wanna do what's right, be "honorable" as this book's title suggests, but have so many stumbles along the way. Things get ROUGH for these guys and that's putting it lightly. I'm mostly intrigued with Sage and Mat's stories, but Cam's uniquely crazy tale has its gripping moments as well.
The main complaint I did have for this entry is the more clunky nature of the writing. This includes the transition between scenes or the specifics of what's even HAPPENING in those scenes. There were certain chunks in this book that hit some annoying many speed-bumps, which sometimes disrupted the vibe for me. Even the passing of time was presented sorta haphazardly (weeks past, weeks ahead, etc). Parts of this book were bizarre too, like when a character did some shocking thing that seemed to have sprouted from nowhere. I also didn't like how the supporting characters aren't nicely fleshed out. Often, they'd even feel a bit diluted. Now this may not seem like a big deal, but when you want to magnify the importance of something (a moment or character relationships) it's a good idea to better establish some sort of connection between them. And sadly, I didn't always feel that between everyone. The previous book was guilty of this as well, only it was far worse. Fortunately, this one didn't cross too deeply into that territory. Still, I wish this was presented a bit more neatly.
Anyways, still an excellent read and easy enough to handle without ticking me off, so I'm always glad for that. I'm still very much in the game and look forward to the next entry.
July 30, 2023
We are back with Mat Best, Sage Ross, and Cameron Stewart.
Mat is welcomed to defend a small town in Tennessee after his girlfriend dies and leaves him the default guardian of a teenage boy. Defending a town against starving people is one thing, but when local scientist / pedophile starts making and launching home made chemical weapons, a line is crossed.
Sage leaves the farmhouse and starts making his way over the mountains, demonstrating some decent survival skills. He gets involved with the local militia/police force, as he demonstrated some shooting prowess with his old 30-30. He learns that his new gang is just a bunch of thugs, but he doesn't mind the free sex with the local girls. When he is given the choice of taking down a good person who helped him or doing the right thing, he chooses the right thing and switches sides.
Cameron finds himself with his wife and kids.....and the polygamist guy that married and slept with his wife while he was in a coma. Awkward. However, Isaiah proves to be incredibly resourceful. Cameron starts to actually like Isaiah....and starts banging his wife Ruth. Meanwhile, Cam's wife Julie slides into depression and eventually is killed. Isaiah is also killed, and Cam swears to defend Ruth and her kids.
Mat is welcomed to defend a small town in Tennessee after his girlfriend dies and leaves him the default guardian of a teenage boy. Defending a town against starving people is one thing, but when local scientist / pedophile starts making and launching home made chemical weapons, a line is crossed.
Sage leaves the farmhouse and starts making his way over the mountains, demonstrating some decent survival skills. He gets involved with the local militia/police force, as he demonstrated some shooting prowess with his old 30-30. He learns that his new gang is just a bunch of thugs, but he doesn't mind the free sex with the local girls. When he is given the choice of taking down a good person who helped him or doing the right thing, he chooses the right thing and switches sides.
Cameron finds himself with his wife and kids.....and the polygamist guy that married and slept with his wife while he was in a coma. Awkward. However, Isaiah proves to be incredibly resourceful. Cameron starts to actually like Isaiah....and starts banging his wife Ruth. Meanwhile, Cam's wife Julie slides into depression and eventually is killed. Isaiah is also killed, and Cam swears to defend Ruth and her kids.
December 16, 2021
Now that I’ve figured out how the white cover books are the sequel to each black cover novel. Confused? Not any more.
So let’s get down to the review. This novel follows three separate characters and their stories the winter after the autumn fall of civilization. This novel sequels Black Autumn “Travelers.” I found it an easy read since I already had character background and familiarity. I liked how each character continued to develop and change from when we first met them in “Travelers”. Does that mean you have to read “Travelers” first? Absolutely not. This can be read as a stand alone novel which the reader will still get enjoyment from. I enjoyed the story, and could totally see how people in a dystopian setting would become desperate due to hunger, the elements, or lack of security.
I’d like to see these novels made into movies. Maybe Hulu, Netflix or Prime could do it. They would be some good kick ass movies!
So let’s get down to the review. This novel follows three separate characters and their stories the winter after the autumn fall of civilization. This novel sequels Black Autumn “Travelers.” I found it an easy read since I already had character background and familiarity. I liked how each character continued to develop and change from when we first met them in “Travelers”. Does that mean you have to read “Travelers” first? Absolutely not. This can be read as a stand alone novel which the reader will still get enjoyment from. I enjoyed the story, and could totally see how people in a dystopian setting would become desperate due to hunger, the elements, or lack of security.
I’d like to see these novels made into movies. Maybe Hulu, Netflix or Prime could do it. They would be some good kick ass movies!
June 12, 2021
This Entire Series Is Awesome!
Even if you have never spent any time prepping for the eventual end of a peaceful, comfortable life in America you will learn so much about how little you know how to survive if the world goes belly up. Life in any kind of Post-Apocalyptic world will NOT be easy by any stretch. This book may leave you thinking, "That wouldn't happen." but you'd be wrong! Possibly dead wrong. The story runs quickly and smoothly but a lot of what you'll read here is dead on target! The sagas of each person will undoubtedly be repeated countless times by countless people when the end of our comfortable lives goes bye-bye. The characters are very well written and like folks you and I know. Put yourself in their shoes. You may be unfortunate enough to be there; someday it may happen. Let's all hope it doesn't.
Even if you have never spent any time prepping for the eventual end of a peaceful, comfortable life in America you will learn so much about how little you know how to survive if the world goes belly up. Life in any kind of Post-Apocalyptic world will NOT be easy by any stretch. This book may leave you thinking, "That wouldn't happen." but you'd be wrong! Possibly dead wrong. The story runs quickly and smoothly but a lot of what you'll read here is dead on target! The sagas of each person will undoubtedly be repeated countless times by countless people when the end of our comfortable lives goes bye-bye. The characters are very well written and like folks you and I know. Put yourself in their shoes. You may be unfortunate enough to be there; someday it may happen. Let's all hope it doesn't.
April 7, 2023
This outstanding series continues to follow the characters from Black Autumn Travelers. The writer seamlessly shifts between stories as the characters each face surprising new dilemmas, danger and moral decisions. The diverse characters are rich; the teenager figuring out how to survive on his own to make it to his family; the burn-out who survived gunshots, lost his family to polygamists, then fought his way back to them, now finding himself with an unlikely alliance; then the Mat Best Army Ranger character who is holed up helping a community fight against overwhelming attack. This book is top notch, with firearms accuracy, survival tips, and the ever-present smart-assed humor.
June 7, 2023
Don’t EVER underestimate the fairer sex!!!
The continuing saga of apocalyptic days after the bomb in California. The world is going crazy. Nobody or no entities are in charge and it’s chaos. Bullets are getting scarce and people are so afraid. Scavenging for food is number one job and everyone works at it men, women and kids all need to step up. Rural towns are trying to protect their own as the cities are dangerous and deadly. It’s a bad time but we do find heroes in all these dire places. Are there enough of them to lead and are they strong enough help mankind to survive? Must read to see what might await us in the future!!!!!
The continuing saga of apocalyptic days after the bomb in California. The world is going crazy. Nobody or no entities are in charge and it’s chaos. Bullets are getting scarce and people are so afraid. Scavenging for food is number one job and everyone works at it men, women and kids all need to step up. Rural towns are trying to protect their own as the cities are dangerous and deadly. It’s a bad time but we do find heroes in all these dire places. Are there enough of them to lead and are they strong enough help mankind to survive? Must read to see what might await us in the future!!!!!
May 30, 2021
Honor Road. Jason Ross. Adam Fullman
This epic story of survival centers around a small group of individuals who have to survive in conditions of starvation, lawlessness, human greed and manipulation by a few people in positions of power. The primary characters will do what they need to survive in a world gone apart. Utter chaos exists. In the end their character shows through and begins to guide their decisions. Another excellent read in this series. A believable scenario. My highest recommendation!!
This epic story of survival centers around a small group of individuals who have to survive in conditions of starvation, lawlessness, human greed and manipulation by a few people in positions of power. The primary characters will do what they need to survive in a world gone apart. Utter chaos exists. In the end their character shows through and begins to guide their decisions. Another excellent read in this series. A believable scenario. My highest recommendation!!
September 21, 2021
Ross brought in elements from various classic collapse novels, while keeping his own style developed along this series. This book follows Mat, Cameron, and Sage. Cameron is one of those you characters you'd say you love to hate, but his selfishness and bad decisions make it so you just flat dislike him. The evolution of Sage, however, was not only interesting, but felt more realistic than many teenage characters tend to.
Seems like it's all heading to a convergence in the southwest US. Should be interesting when the Mormon Army meets the Cartel armored column. It's probably gonna hurt.
Seems like it's all heading to a convergence in the southwest US. Should be interesting when the Mormon Army meets the Cartel armored column. It's probably gonna hurt.
November 12, 2022
Best of the Genre
Cannot slow down reading each installment . The detail of each segment keeps the reader spellbound. The characters are fully developed, with all their human flaws exposed, but part of their success. I know I'll soon read them all and be bored reading something else. Learned a lot from the authors through all the characters.
Cannot slow down reading each installment . The detail of each segment keeps the reader spellbound. The characters are fully developed, with all their human flaws exposed, but part of their success. I know I'll soon read them all and be bored reading something else. Learned a lot from the authors through all the characters.
April 1, 2024
the book you don’t want to read but cannot put down
A totally exhausting read when you realize that this isn’t some hokey sci-fi apocalypse but something that you can see happening TODAY, at a moments notice and our lack of personal preparedness at the most level is astonishing and keeps me up at nights. I don’t WANT to read this series because it’s such a wake-up call that I absolutely don’t want, but I cannot put it down. It’s a great read.
A totally exhausting read when you realize that this isn’t some hokey sci-fi apocalypse but something that you can see happening TODAY, at a moments notice and our lack of personal preparedness at the most level is astonishing and keeps me up at nights. I don’t WANT to read this series because it’s such a wake-up call that I absolutely don’t want, but I cannot put it down. It’s a great read.
June 19, 2021
Great yarn.
Enjoyed this tale and the eventual humanizing of the antagonist pitted against the protagonist stepping out of his training comfort zone into the reality of a life as a leader of men.
Enjoyed this tale and the eventual humanizing of the antagonist pitted against the protagonist stepping out of his training comfort zone into the reality of a life as a leader of men.
October 28, 2021
Honor road
An interesting group of tales about the major theme of the initial books. Kind of a catchup on many of the individuals introduced previously that helped close the relationship.
An interesting group of tales about the major theme of the initial books. Kind of a catchup on many of the individuals introduced previously that helped close the relationship.
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August 12, 2022A view of the future?
I enjoyed reading this story. I don't necessarily like the story, but did enjoy reading about it. The different personal perspectives help make it sound believable.
I enjoyed reading this story. I don't necessarily like the story, but did enjoy reading about it. The different personal perspectives help make it sound believable.
December 25, 2024
I both hate and love these books, much like I both hate and love many of the characters. The plot is terrifying but there is humanity, selfishness, and, yes, Honor. Without the honor, it would be unredeemable.
July 11, 2021
Excellent
This is a wonderful character driven action adventure. The underlying theme is what would you do if the world collapsed.
This is a wonderful character driven action adventure. The underlying theme is what would you do if the world collapsed.
August 8, 2021
Here we go.!!
Great ride this. Tired world , real people breathing life back into it all. I was dubious. I have seen the light. I tried to walk away. Impossible.
Great ride this. Tired world , real people breathing life back into it all. I was dubious. I have seen the light. I tried to walk away. Impossible.
December 4, 2021
Great read!
Great series and have really enjoyed the seperate, but tied together story lines. I wouldDefinitely want to recommend this series.
Great series and have really enjoyed the seperate, but tied together story lines. I wouldDefinitely want to recommend this series.
December 24, 2021
Non stop action
The characters and the plots are very plausible and could unfold at any time. The books are well written and well researched and capture you from page1.
The characters and the plots are very plausible and could unfold at any time. The books are well written and well researched and capture you from page1.
January 17, 2022
Another Great Storyline
I really enjoyed picking up the characters from the past. The three person tale was a great way to mix it up and keep it interesting.
I really enjoyed picking up the characters from the past. The three person tale was a great way to mix it up and keep it interesting.
March 7, 2022
I absolutely loved this book. This series leaves you ready for the next book as soon as you finish the last page. I have purchased some of the other books in advance because I know I am reading them next! Well done. Well done. I love all the different story lines and following characters experience through this SHTF epic series.
March 20, 2022
More....
I cant put this down. It keeps you on the edge of your chair. What happens next? What happened to the kid with Chad?
I cant put this down. It keeps you on the edge of your chair. What happens next? What happened to the kid with Chad?
May 10, 2022
Great read
I am enjoying these authors. Keep them coming and enjoying your Facebook group. See you in the next book friends.
I am enjoying these authors. Keep them coming and enjoying your Facebook group. See you in the next book friends.
September 2, 2022
Favorite of the series so far. Aspects of true survival/apocalyptic thriller throughout the book.
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November 24, 2022Great Read
Book had me riveted to from the moment I opened the book. I highly recommend the series to anyone that enjoys a good series of books
Book had me riveted to from the moment I opened the book. I highly recommend the series to anyone that enjoys a good series of books
December 14, 2022
Headscratcher
I don't know how you two can do it but this has been a fabulous read. I thank you for your service and advice...
I don't know how you two can do it but this has been a fabulous read. I thank you for your service and advice...
September 9, 2023
Again thoughtful, intriguing, and parallels current events and situations to keep it interesting
May 18, 2024
This one was a bit of a rough ride compared to the others. Kind of knew it wasn't going to be a comfortable time for them, but wow.
July 23, 2024
These are not my favorite characters from the series, but this was a solid read.
January 12, 2025
This one has Sage my favorite character in this series so I was happy to hear about him again
July 16, 2025
Unnecessary sexual content. Unfortunate since the series was interesting.
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