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CALIFORNIA FALL
What would you do if you and your family were stranded more than two thousand miles from home and America was attacked?
A simple family vacation to the West Coast goes seriously wrong when Cameron Griffin and his family find themselves in the middle of a strike against the United States of America. When his wife and children are captured, he is thrust back into a world he thought he’d left behind after the war.
The attack came in the form of an EMP, damaging much of America’s power grid and leaving the country without most essentials. While the military struggles to manage a land invasion, the population fights to digest the unthinkable. The American fighting spirit is brought to the forefront when civilians pick up arms and join a beleaguered military, trying to stop an enemy supply line being formed along the West Coast. When a man or woman fights for their homeland, they are often able to elevate themselves much higher than an ordinary person is capable of; for they are not just fighting for the dirt on which they call home, but for their very way of life…
A simple family vacation to the West Coast goes seriously wrong when Cameron Griffin and his family find themselves in the middle of a strike against the United States of America. When his wife and children are captured, he is thrust back into a world he thought he’d left behind after the war.
The attack came in the form of an EMP, damaging much of America’s power grid and leaving the country without most essentials. While the military struggles to manage a land invasion, the population fights to digest the unthinkable. The American fighting spirit is brought to the forefront when civilians pick up arms and join a beleaguered military, trying to stop an enemy supply line being formed along the West Coast. When a man or woman fights for their homeland, they are often able to elevate themselves much higher than an ordinary person is capable of; for they are not just fighting for the dirt on which they call home, but for their very way of life…
543 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 30, 2022
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Rick Tippins
32 books21 followersRick Tippins was born in Ventura, California, and raised in Napa Valley. A U.S. Marine Corps veteran and retired law enforcement lieutenant, he served in SWAT, Narcotics, and Homicide during a distinguished career with the San Mateo County Sheriff’s Office.
Rick began writing in 1994 during night shifts at the county jail. What started as screenwriting evolved into a passion for novels, leading to the release of A World Slowed and many other titles across post-apocalyptic, science fiction, and thriller genres.
Rick began writing in 1994 during night shifts at the county jail. What started as screenwriting evolved into a passion for novels, leading to the release of A World Slowed and many other titles across post-apocalyptic, science fiction, and thriller genres.
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July 19, 2022
Another excellent chapter in the October Fall series!
I know there are true Patriots in California, but most seem to still believe that they are going to be saved by the government. A few men and women take the fight to the invaders in this one.
While Cam stresses over his family, he falls back to a time he would just as soon forget. Don't ever mess with a Marines family or you will face pure unadulterated hell.
Looking forward to the next installment.
I know there are true Patriots in California, but most seem to still believe that they are going to be saved by the government. A few men and women take the fight to the invaders in this one.
While Cam stresses over his family, he falls back to a time he would just as soon forget. Don't ever mess with a Marines family or you will face pure unadulterated hell.
Looking forward to the next installment.
October 9, 2022
The writing was generally decent, but there were some editing issues (examples, phycological instead of psychological, two small instead of too small, Robert instead of Roberta, first off instead of first). I found it rather implausible that two Green Berets, while very brave and capable guys, and their few recruits, would be able to continually damage the occupying army. I liked Cam as a character, though he is hampered by a pouty wife who picks running shoes and pink Nikes to walk sixty miles instead of good hiking boots. It was obvious that former military marksman Cam would end up with the Berets. Sadly there was also a lot of right-wing tinged ranting about law enforcement being weakened by demonization, gullible Americans, corrupt and self-serving companies (I kind of agreed with that rant), California oppression of gun rights, yada yada. Compared to a few other books in this series, the tirades were not as extensive or annoying. The ending of this book seems like it is book one of a California Fall series; I hope so, because I want to find out what happens.
November 26, 2022
War in the US a game changer
I loved the characters in this book, all very military, and ready to defend! I found that there was a lot of military speak,which was good but felt a little overwhelmed by so much of the fighting strategies and detailed accounts of stuff happening. I'm not saying it detracted, just that I skimmed over some of it to keep my own interest going. Great book! A little disappointed that book 2 is not out yet!
I loved the characters in this book, all very military, and ready to defend! I found that there was a lot of military speak,which was good but felt a little overwhelmed by so much of the fighting strategies and detailed accounts of stuff happening. I'm not saying it detracted, just that I skimmed over some of it to keep my own interest going. Great book! A little disappointed that book 2 is not out yet!
July 31, 2022
Awesome story!
Of all of the October Fall books, this one is my favorite. Fast paced, with interesting details and equally interesting characters. Lots of military tactics and compelling strategy, interlaced with personal stories of the participants who cone together to fight for their country.
Of all of the October Fall books, this one is my favorite. Fast paced, with interesting details and equally interesting characters. Lots of military tactics and compelling strategy, interlaced with personal stories of the participants who cone together to fight for their country.
August 29, 2023
Rousing the War Spirit
Loved this story. This truly shows how America has grown soft. Our government has started to take apart our democracy. Except for the deaths I would love to see this happen to our country. Bringing back our freedoms is a necessary step. Looking forward to the next chapter in this story.
Loved this story. This truly shows how America has grown soft. Our government has started to take apart our democracy. Except for the deaths I would love to see this happen to our country. Bringing back our freedoms is a necessary step. Looking forward to the next chapter in this story.
July 10, 2022
CALIFORNIA FALL
I can’t believe I am reading a book I feel like I am right there in a movie. When Cam did his work on the house I was jumping up and down that it succeeded. So great, thank you
I can’t believe I am reading a book I feel like I am right there in a movie. When Cam did his work on the house I was jumping up and down that it succeeded. So great, thank you
July 30, 2022
I have fallen in love with this series October Fall as it takes us all over the U.S.A. and how it is affecting everyone in the story as well as some of the links they have with other characters in the different books/regions! Makes me keep watching for more in the series.
August 7, 2022
It was so refreshing to read a well written book
I've been searching for a book that was worth reading. The story captured my interest immediately. I didn't want to stop reading, I can hardly wait for the continuing story. Hurry, please!
I've been searching for a book that was worth reading. The story captured my interest immediately. I didn't want to stop reading, I can hardly wait for the continuing story. Hurry, please!
October 12, 2022
My Favorite So Far
I’ve been reading and enjoying all the books written in the October Fall World as they come out. This one is my favorite in the spin- off stories so far. Fast paced action and characters you wish were your neighbors.
I’ve been reading and enjoying all the books written in the October Fall World as they come out. This one is my favorite in the spin- off stories so far. Fast paced action and characters you wish were your neighbors.
December 2, 2022
Solid boom in a great series
I love the series. This book continues a great story and following different sets of people around the country works. Read them all if you have a chance
I love the series. This book continues a great story and following different sets of people around the country works. Read them all if you have a chance
August 26, 2023
Good concept.
I didn't care for all the in-depth military information. The differences between different states personalities was inspirational. I was going to skip this one, but glad I didn't.
I didn't care for all the in-depth military information. The differences between different states personalities was inspirational. I was going to skip this one, but glad I didn't.
September 16, 2023
Really good
Cliffhanger warning but still really good. I enjoyed the story. Not at all what I expected from former military characters. The storyline flowed well. The timeline goes quickly. I would recommend!
Cliffhanger warning but still really good. I enjoyed the story. Not at all what I expected from former military characters. The storyline flowed well. The timeline goes quickly. I would recommend!
December 1, 2023
Awesome fighting saga
A great red and page turner! Exciting story line and compelling characters. Love anything showing our great American military heroes and other regular people stepping up.
A great red and page turner! Exciting story line and compelling characters. Love anything showing our great American military heroes and other regular people stepping up.
July 29, 2022
Great Read.
Really good action with the right amount of chaos to keep everything tense. Loved the combination of people that make up the "resistance"
Really good action with the right amount of chaos to keep everything tense. Loved the combination of people that make up the "resistance"
August 3, 2022
Wow!
Tense! You won’t be able to put this book down! Gripping and so realistic! This whole series is so good, but I think this book may be the best one yet.
Tense! You won’t be able to put this book down! Gripping and so realistic! This whole series is so good, but I think this book may be the best one yet.
August 7, 2022
Great
all of these books le
You hanging where do you get to do finish At least one of these? But overall very good .
all of these books le
You hanging where do you get to do finish At least one of these? But overall very good .
August 12, 2022
great book
Just like I like it full of action this a great book to read worth picking up and reading so get started
Just like I like it full of action this a great book to read worth picking up and reading so get started
October 19, 2022
Great!!!
Outstanding book The author Obviously knows the subject well And communicate very well. Action packed from beginning to end. READ IT!!!!!
Outstanding book The author Obviously knows the subject well And communicate very well. Action packed from beginning to end. READ IT!!!!!
November 8, 2022
More please.
December 12, 2022
Brilliant
Really great addition to the October fall series. I would definitely recommend this series. Looking forward to the next book.
Really great addition to the October fall series. I would definitely recommend this series. Looking forward to the next book.
December 13, 2022
Good writing
Sometimes to technical but over all a fun and interesting read. Would definitely recommend this book to my friends and family
Sometimes to technical but over all a fun and interesting read. Would definitely recommend this book to my friends and family
March 13, 2023
not good…
Is it good….no. It’s great. This is exactly what I was looking for in the October fall world. Well written with good action. I can’t recommend it enough.
Is it good….no. It’s great. This is exactly what I was looking for in the October fall world. Well written with good action. I can’t recommend it enough.
October 14, 2023
lots of details
There was a lot of explaining details about ambush and the emotional toll combat has on the individual and the mental state each character faces.
There was a lot of explaining details about ambush and the emotional toll combat has on the individual and the mental state each character faces.
November 23, 2024
Awesome
This was among the best SHTF books I've read, and I've read a bunch of them. Can't wait to read part 2.
This was among the best SHTF books I've read, and I've read a bunch of them. Can't wait to read part 2.
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