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After the Crash #3
Web of Destruction
Snow, fire, disease and infighting threaten Redemption's residents, but a far more sinister force lurks behind its walls in Book 3 of After the Crash.
Tired of the usual post-apocalyptic tale? Welcome to your new addiction.
When a new nationwide city-planning program goes online, the results are more than disastrous. They’re apocalyptic.
As tens of millions die across the country, the world’s technology, power grids and infrastructure collapse, effectively throwing the planet back into the Stone Age.
In one of the few towns that escape the worst of the crash, a small-knit community called Redemption struggles to survive as others seek refuge behind their walls - including those who know more about the disaster than they let on….
Explore the world after the crash in this 6-book mini-series-esque adventure featuring realistic characters, a unique story and heart-pounding action.
*****
Mike Kraus & Muonic Press are the #1 selling indie press publishing post-apocalyptic tales, for good reason. Since capturing audience’s attention with Final Dawn in 2012, Kraus has captivated and delighted his readers, both with his solo projects like Surviving the Fall and No Sanctuary, and with his co-authored projects with authors like Justin Bell, JJ Pike, Tara Ellis, Kenny Soward and others on titles such as Zero Hour, MELT, Flashpoint and Weathering the Storm.
Tired of the usual post-apocalyptic tale? Welcome to your new addiction.
When a new nationwide city-planning program goes online, the results are more than disastrous. They’re apocalyptic.
As tens of millions die across the country, the world’s technology, power grids and infrastructure collapse, effectively throwing the planet back into the Stone Age.
In one of the few towns that escape the worst of the crash, a small-knit community called Redemption struggles to survive as others seek refuge behind their walls - including those who know more about the disaster than they let on….
Explore the world after the crash in this 6-book mini-series-esque adventure featuring realistic characters, a unique story and heart-pounding action.
*****
Mike Kraus & Muonic Press are the #1 selling indie press publishing post-apocalyptic tales, for good reason. Since capturing audience’s attention with Final Dawn in 2012, Kraus has captivated and delighted his readers, both with his solo projects like Surviving the Fall and No Sanctuary, and with his co-authored projects with authors like Justin Bell, JJ Pike, Tara Ellis, Kenny Soward and others on titles such as Zero Hour, MELT, Flashpoint and Weathering the Storm.
- GenresPost Apocalyptic
320 pages, Kindle Edition
First published July 3, 2022
175 people are currently reading
29 people want to read
About the author
Tara Ellis
63 books248 followersWith over 50 published books across ten genres, author Tara Ellis is best known for her heart-pounding post-apocalyptic and thriller series. A heavy dose of mystery often underscores her character-driven plots, heralding back to what fueled her desire to tell stories from an early age.
A certified firefighter in the state of Washington, Tara volunteered as a FF/EMT for over eight years. She also responded as a support officer, worked as an emergency room technician, was a 911 dispatcher, and taught life-saving techniques to the public and first responders. As an author of thriller and survival stories, she draws upon her personal experience throughout her storytelling.
Tara lives in the gorgeous Cascade Mountains of Washington State. When not writing or spending time with family, she can be found hiking the woods while plotting her next adventure.
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*Check out her women's literature and mysteries under the pen name of Tara Meyers
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Check back for upcoming dates for public appearances and book signings!
Coming this year, in 2025:
*A new post-apocalyptic series with Aethon Books, The 6th Extinction, releases in April
*A new thriller series co-authored with L.T. Ryan was announced to release later this year!
*The third and final book in The Fallen series, The Redeemed, is coming this summer
*Several new audiobooks will go live throughout the year
Check back for upcoming dates for public appearances and book signings!
A certified firefighter in the state of Washington, Tara volunteered as a FF/EMT for over eight years. She also responded as a support officer, worked as an emergency room technician, was a 911 dispatcher, and taught life-saving techniques to the public and first responders. As an author of thriller and survival stories, she draws upon her personal experience throughout her storytelling.
Tara lives in the gorgeous Cascade Mountains of Washington State. When not writing or spending time with family, she can be found hiking the woods while plotting her next adventure.
*Join Tara's newsletter on her author website: Tara Ellis Books
*Check out her women's literature and mysteries under the pen name of Tara Meyers
*Find her on FB under Tara Ellis Author
Check back for upcoming dates for public appearances and book signings!
Coming this year, in 2025:
*A new post-apocalyptic series with Aethon Books, The 6th Extinction, releases in April
*A new thriller series co-authored with L.T. Ryan was announced to release later this year!
*The third and final book in The Fallen series, The Redeemed, is coming this summer
*Several new audiobooks will go live throughout the year
Check back for upcoming dates for public appearances and book signings!
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July 9, 2022
Web of Destruction - a review by Rosemary Kenny.
The 3rd book of the After the Crash series, by the sci-fi dream team of Mike Kraus and Tara Ellis, is Web of Destruction. It continues the deliberate virus infection of the global quantum computer O.N.E resulting in massive loss of life and loss of technology.
Survivors try to reunite with their loved ones and survivalists/'preppers' must fight to keep what's theirs, from desperate marauders who try to take it. Add to that a bunch of a self-serving cultist group and the mix soon becomes toxic!
Read on, to see who/what's at the center of this 'spider's' web!
The 3rd book of the After the Crash series, by the sci-fi dream team of Mike Kraus and Tara Ellis, is Web of Destruction. It continues the deliberate virus infection of the global quantum computer O.N.E resulting in massive loss of life and loss of technology.
Survivors try to reunite with their loved ones and survivalists/'preppers' must fight to keep what's theirs, from desperate marauders who try to take it. Add to that a bunch of a self-serving cultist group and the mix soon becomes toxic!
Read on, to see who/what's at the center of this 'spider's' web!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
July 26, 2022
Web of Destruction - a review by Rosemary Kenny.
The 3rd book of the After the Crash series, by the sci-fi dream team of Mike Kraus and Tara Ellis, is Web of Destruction.
It continues the deliberate HELIX virus infection of the global quantum computer O.N.E resulting in massive loss of life and loss of technology.
Survivors try to reunite with their loved ones and survivalists/'preppers' must fight to keep what's theirs, from desperate marauders who try to take it. Add to that a bunch of a self-serving cultist group and the mix soon becomes toxic!
Read on, to see who/what's at the center of this 'spider's' web!
The 3rd book of the After the Crash series, by the sci-fi dream team of Mike Kraus and Tara Ellis, is Web of Destruction.
It continues the deliberate HELIX virus infection of the global quantum computer O.N.E resulting in massive loss of life and loss of technology.
Survivors try to reunite with their loved ones and survivalists/'preppers' must fight to keep what's theirs, from desperate marauders who try to take it. Add to that a bunch of a self-serving cultist group and the mix soon becomes toxic!
Read on, to see who/what's at the center of this 'spider's' web!
July 27, 2022
pretty good storytelling but frequent silly mistakes.
Like “unphased.” Unless you’re referring to a disarmed Starship Enterprise, it’s “unfazed.” Look it up.
And a former cop (Kathy) should certainly know better than to tackle someone who is being actively electrocuted. That she didn’t also get electrocuted just means the author doesn’t know better either. There are regular gaffes like that which throw you out of the story, but overall it’s worth a read.
It would help a bit if the author learned something about firearms beyond some common names.
There are some human nature unlikelihoods that had me talking to the author, like when a universally disliked selfish character (Ezra) suddenly turns into a demagogue wannabe and people actually back him at the party. They’d be much more likely to back their woman mayor against his bullying, especially when it got physical. Small town folks especially don’t like their women being manhandled in public and they certainly wouldn’t side with the manhandlers.
The best quality compared to the usual post-apocalyptic survival yarns is the rare focus on the need for community. That’s what it’s really going to take for people to survive and thrive when the larger civilization collapses. That’s what’s keeping me reading the series.
Like “unphased.” Unless you’re referring to a disarmed Starship Enterprise, it’s “unfazed.” Look it up.
And a former cop (Kathy) should certainly know better than to tackle someone who is being actively electrocuted. That she didn’t also get electrocuted just means the author doesn’t know better either. There are regular gaffes like that which throw you out of the story, but overall it’s worth a read.
It would help a bit if the author learned something about firearms beyond some common names.
There are some human nature unlikelihoods that had me talking to the author, like when a universally disliked selfish character (Ezra) suddenly turns into a demagogue wannabe and people actually back him at the party. They’d be much more likely to back their woman mayor against his bullying, especially when it got physical. Small town folks especially don’t like their women being manhandled in public and they certainly wouldn’t side with the manhandlers.
The best quality compared to the usual post-apocalyptic survival yarns is the rare focus on the need for community. That’s what it’s really going to take for people to survive and thrive when the larger civilization collapses. That’s what’s keeping me reading the series.
August 27, 2022
I have been intrigued by the identity of Watchtower and thought I had figured it out. Excited to say that I was correct! This was a very good book which brings the groups together as danger is everywhere. There were some editing issues, such as using unphased several places instead of unfazed, demeaner instead of demeanor and some sentences ending with a preposition (yah the horror). I look forward to book 4.
October 18, 2022
The Good, the Bad,and the Ugly.....
As more masks slip and people continue to be killed in Redemption, the plot begins to both clear and deepen. Still not totally structured as to who the true terrorists are and how the plot went worldwide even as it became more deadly... this is truly a wonderfully enjoyable read! Congrats yet again, Mike Kraus and Tara Ellis!
As more masks slip and people continue to be killed in Redemption, the plot begins to both clear and deepen. Still not totally structured as to who the true terrorists are and how the plot went worldwide even as it became more deadly... this is truly a wonderfully enjoyable read! Congrats yet again, Mike Kraus and Tara Ellis!
July 26, 2022
Addictive read!
The series started a bit choppy, small snippets of many characters...
But wow! Has this gotten 10 x better. I feel like I am there with them. Great mob. I am waiting for the next book.
The series started a bit choppy, small snippets of many characters...
But wow! Has this gotten 10 x better. I feel like I am there with them. Great mob. I am waiting for the next book.
July 31, 2022
Watchtower
What a cliffhanger. Can't wait until the installment to see what else happens. The author has brought these great characters together that are flawed but show great promise.
What a cliffhanger. Can't wait until the installment to see what else happens. The author has brought these great characters together that are flawed but show great promise.
September 19, 2023
Thrilling
I was waiting to finish the series before reviewing it as that is what I usually do but however this book was adrenaline inducing. I’d suspected who Watchtower was quite early on . The revelation was still a shock and exciting as heck. Poor Wes.
I was waiting to finish the series before reviewing it as that is what I usually do but however this book was adrenaline inducing. I’d suspected who Watchtower was quite early on . The revelation was still a shock and exciting as heck. Poor Wes.
July 30, 2022
Can't put down
Still can't put this book down!! It keeps you wanting more, and to keep turning the pages. A big shocker in this one!!
Still can't put this book down!! It keeps you wanting more, and to keep turning the pages. A big shocker in this one!!
August 15, 2022
Once again these authors have come together to write an outstanding book. How will anyone survive this Apocalyptic situation. Need the next book to find out what happened.
September 9, 2022
Saving thetown
Book three keeps the town fighting to kee p the town and pe pole safe. Kathy and Hunter finally get there. Love characters and plot Hurry book 4
Book three keeps the town fighting to kee p the town and pe pole safe. Kathy and Hunter finally get there. Love characters and plot Hurry book 4
October 26, 2022
after the crash book 3
Oh oh. Twists ahead. More explosions, train derailment. We find out who?. Watchtower is, midst many ideations of who he could be. Read on, brilliant series.
Oh oh. Twists ahead. More explosions, train derailment. We find out who?. Watchtower is, midst many ideations of who he could be. Read on, brilliant series.
December 13, 2022
OMG
This is by far my favorite book yet! I can’t believe who Watchtower is! I can’t wait to read the next book and find out what will happen to the people of Redemption!!!
This is by far my favorite book yet! I can’t believe who Watchtower is! I can’t wait to read the next book and find out what will happen to the people of Redemption!!!
February 27, 2023
Good read
Good read with great character development. Strong story line. Lots of twists and turns. Very enjoyable read.three more words now
Good read with great character development. Strong story line. Lots of twists and turns. Very enjoyable read.three more words now
June 30, 2025
Great series.
This book was fast moving. The plot kept me interested and I liked characters. The story ends with a bang, but also answers some questions.
This book was fast moving. The plot kept me interested and I liked characters. The story ends with a bang, but also answers some questions.
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