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Standing With Righteous Rage: The Last Brigade Book 5
The fight is on for the soul of resurrected America, and the good guys are losing.
Tom Steeple and his Chinese allies have taken control of Overtime Prime, and with the fall of Nick Angriff their opposition is powerless to stop them. Steeple’s dream of a totalitarian America under his hand as benevolent dictator can now become a reality, even if it means making common cause with America’s mortal enemies. No treachery is too great to fulfill his ambitions, and those of his friends.
But American patriotism doesn’t die that easily, and Steeple just might find out that men and women still exist to protect those who can’t protect themselves. Regardless of the odds, some people take their service oaths seriously, even unto death.
Such courage always has a cost, though, and this time the cost is high.
Tom Steeple and his Chinese allies have taken control of Overtime Prime, and with the fall of Nick Angriff their opposition is powerless to stop them. Steeple’s dream of a totalitarian America under his hand as benevolent dictator can now become a reality, even if it means making common cause with America’s mortal enemies. No treachery is too great to fulfill his ambitions, and those of his friends.
But American patriotism doesn’t die that easily, and Steeple just might find out that men and women still exist to protect those who can’t protect themselves. Regardless of the odds, some people take their service oaths seriously, even unto death.
Such courage always has a cost, though, and this time the cost is high.
540 pages, Kindle Edition
Published June 30, 2022
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William Alan Webb
129 books106 followersWinner of the 2024 Imadjinn Award!
Winner of the 2021 Imadjinn Award!
Finalist for a second 2021 Imadjinn Award!
Winner of the 2020 Darrell Award!
Finalist for a second 2020 Darrell Award!
Winner of the 2019 Imadjinn Award!
Winner of the 2018 Darrell Award!
A Southern boy through and through, Bill spent his entire life learning how to tell stories. It's all Bill ever wanted to do, to inspire and entertain people the way his favorite authors did for him.
Over the years he has developed a unique writing style, or 'Voice', of which he is very proud, with the objective of trying to always entertain his readers.
After graduating from the University of Memphis with dual concentrations in History and Creative Writing, Bill has been published in such diverse magazines as Tied in a Bow (for Wedding planning) and World War II. His books include both non-fiction and fiction.
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May 10, 2020
Outstanding story
The Last Brigade series puts you right in the action. Great story and writing. I feel like most of their characters are friends.
The Last Brigade series puts you right in the action. Great story and writing. I feel like most of their characters are friends.
June 26, 2020
Grand series
Very pleased with this book series. Nice story lines and very well written. Big fan. Great twist on post apocalyptic world.
Very pleased with this book series. Nice story lines and very well written. Big fan. Great twist on post apocalyptic world.
June 9, 2020
Another good read
I really enjoyed this latest story and am anxiously awaiting the next book in this post- apocalyptic series by Mr Webb
I really enjoyed this latest story and am anxiously awaiting the next book in this post- apocalyptic series by Mr Webb
May 30, 2020
I Love this series
I absolutely Love this series and wish it wasn’t so long between books. I appreciate Mr Webb’s ability to tell a futuristic tale that has such a believable story line. Next book please!!
I absolutely Love this series and wish it wasn’t so long between books. I appreciate Mr Webb’s ability to tell a futuristic tale that has such a believable story line. Next book please!!
June 1, 2020
Strong continuation of the story
Lots of action. Strong characters. Interesting story. Not more can you ask for here. Next chapter of the series is well setup.
Lots of action. Strong characters. Interesting story. Not more can you ask for here. Next chapter of the series is well setup.
May 27, 2020
latest in this cracking series, if you like post apocalyptic stories then this series is unputdownable !
May 23, 2020
William Webb has done it again with this 5th book in his "Standing" series. The 75h Cavalry rides again - doing battles with the Chinese and the Caliphate fifty years into the future. Webb perhaps writes military Sci-Fi better than any other author in the genre. LOTS of action, great ongoing character development, great plot line, and just enough left around the edges to leave us waiting on Book SIX (hint, hint).
May 26, 2020
Don't over think it
I love it when the good guys win. Just sit down and read all of these Last Brigade books, one after the other. Good old fashioned pulp where the good guys come out on top.
I love it when the good guys win. Just sit down and read all of these Last Brigade books, one after the other. Good old fashioned pulp where the good guys come out on top.
May 22, 2020
Outstanding read
This book isn't extremely good read as is this whole series Character development character interaction is amazing Being a retired army sergeant The description of the military hardware and tactics So that a 9 military person can understand themselves extremely well. My compliments to the author I'm looking forward to the next 1 with bated breath hoorah
This book isn't extremely good read as is this whole series Character development character interaction is amazing Being a retired army sergeant The description of the military hardware and tactics So that a 9 military person can understand themselves extremely well. My compliments to the author I'm looking forward to the next 1 with bated breath hoorah
May 12, 2020
Awesome Read!!!!
This is one of the best series that I have read. William does an outstanding job of making you want to read cover to cover as fast as possible. I have enjoyed his series so much that I have started over with audio books. Can’t wait till the next one drops! Get it Today!
This is one of the best series that I have read. William does an outstanding job of making you want to read cover to cover as fast as possible. I have enjoyed his series so much that I have started over with audio books. Can’t wait till the next one drops! Get it Today!
July 31, 2020
Updating review
Originally gave 4 stars, i give very very few 5 stars. But on re-reading again Im upping it to 5 stars.
Great series by a very fine writer. Not prejudiced because he is a friend. Got to know him after i read series.
Well written, very well researched, lot of fun exciting reading for those who enjoy military fiction.
Thank you Mr Webb, good fun
Originally gave 4 stars, i give very very few 5 stars. But on re-reading again Im upping it to 5 stars.
Great series by a very fine writer. Not prejudiced because he is a friend. Got to know him after i read series.
Well written, very well researched, lot of fun exciting reading for those who enjoy military fiction.
Thank you Mr Webb, good fun
May 17, 2020
William Alan Webb writes very good action scenes and keeps the flow of the story moving. The previous novel in the series, Standing Before Hell's Gate, had a real cliff hanger ending. This one just lets you know there is another (and I hope more than one) coming. CMac
July 1, 2020
Wow! Glad that's over. What a waste of time. Read all five and wish I hadn't. Would have made a good perhaps two book series but five? The books got worse as they progressed. Illogical in the extreme even in a sci fi sense. Won't be reading any further obviously.
May 13, 2020
Operation prime and comeback
I have read all these books and I have enjoyed them all. I look forward to reading the next in the series of Nick the A.
I have read all these books and I have enjoyed them all. I look forward to reading the next in the series of Nick the A.
May 13, 2020
Book 5
A continuation of a great series. Each book leaves you wanting more. Can't wait to add more of these books to my collection.
A continuation of a great series. Each book leaves you wanting more. Can't wait to add more of these books to my collection.
July 8, 2020
Very timely
I have really enjoyed this series. The premise for these works is very interesting and pretty much a new look at Sci-Fi. Love the mix of different characters, who are well developed. And this installment is particularly interesting. Each chapter has a quote to start it off - take a look at the beginning of chapter 28; it’s very appropriate for the worldwide situation today. Also, we find that the great fall of the country had, at least in part, to do with COVID-19. Hmmm. Looking forward to the next digital book.
I have really enjoyed this series. The premise for these works is very interesting and pretty much a new look at Sci-Fi. Love the mix of different characters, who are well developed. And this installment is particularly interesting. Each chapter has a quote to start it off - take a look at the beginning of chapter 28; it’s very appropriate for the worldwide situation today. Also, we find that the great fall of the country had, at least in part, to do with COVID-19. Hmmm. Looking forward to the next digital book.
August 30, 2020
Not Dissapointed
After reading the first four books, I was a fan and really looked forward to this one being released. I was not disappointed, I totally enjoyed the book with all of the action I expected from reading the first four. I didn't see anything about a number six but sure looking for one, can't leave the heroes hanging in the wind. Excellent read that I've recommended to my friends and family. My sister ordered the series and just started reading book one.
After reading the first four books, I was a fan and really looked forward to this one being released. I was not disappointed, I totally enjoyed the book with all of the action I expected from reading the first four. I didn't see anything about a number six but sure looking for one, can't leave the heroes hanging in the wind. Excellent read that I've recommended to my friends and family. My sister ordered the series and just started reading book one.
October 8, 2020
A good series book
This book wrapped up enough of the threads to be enjoyable. It also left a few open for the future. Overall it is a satisfying read. Looks like the author has some good side stories in the works to add some additional details. The coming in 2020 list is most impressive.
This book wrapped up enough of the threads to be enjoyable. It also left a few open for the future. Overall it is a satisfying read. Looks like the author has some good side stories in the works to add some additional details. The coming in 2020 list is most impressive.
July 7, 2020
This is an excellent read it’s kind of fun there’s lotta military jargon I enjoyed it very much
July 7, 2020
Awesome story with great characters, this book takes the series to the next level
July 9, 2020
Excellent
Love the series, I would maybe have written it differently, but understand the authors reasoning. Mr Webb has done a great job, good characters and a decent balance between military technical details and understandability. Looking forward to the next book.
Love the series, I would maybe have written it differently, but understand the authors reasoning. Mr Webb has done a great job, good characters and a decent balance between military technical details and understandability. Looking forward to the next book.
July 16, 2020
Good addition to the series
I would like to see more taking down of the enemies who want to turn is socialist. Let's get on with rebuilding America!!!!
I would like to see more taking down of the enemies who want to turn is socialist. Let's get on with rebuilding America!!!!
June 6, 2020
Great
You have really out done yourself. I thought your story's could not get any better. MAN was I wrong. I served in1/7th regiment four years from , from 73 till 77 at Fort Hood, Tx I have read and reread all your books in this series. I wish I could live just a small part of this adventure. for 3 years I served as assistant ops st (SSG) we planned all training.. As for this series I cannot recommend it high enough it is a 10. Out of 10. My heart stops me from doing things any more however I discover kindle. THANKS FOR YOUR WRITING KEEP 1/7 Cav strong. GARRY OWEN SIR
You have really out done yourself. I thought your story's could not get any better. MAN was I wrong. I served in1/7th regiment four years from , from 73 till 77 at Fort Hood, Tx I have read and reread all your books in this series. I wish I could live just a small part of this adventure. for 3 years I served as assistant ops st (SSG) we planned all training.. As for this series I cannot recommend it high enough it is a 10. Out of 10. My heart stops me from doing things any more however I discover kindle. THANKS FOR YOUR WRITING KEEP 1/7 Cav strong. GARRY OWEN SIR
January 17, 2022
The supposed death of General Angriff throw General Steeples’ plans into disarray. To compound his problems, not all of Operation Overtime is willing to recognize the military coup or follow his orders. Steeples has made allies of the Chinese, and that isn’t winning him any votes either. His next long-range plan is to offer the same olive branch to the Muslim Caliphate of the New Prophet contingent, called “The Sevens”. Green Ghost and Junker Jane go hunting when GG learns of Adders' existence. Joe Randall and George “Bunny” Carlos are held captive by an Air Force Colonel. Dennis Tompkins, Sara and Laura Snow Tiger, Dave Zuckerman, and John Tibidoe are pinned down by the Sevens in a cave. Out of curiosity, who was the old man that spoke to Angriff and left the jacket in the desert? The Americans of Operation Overtime were in a full-scale battle in several locations. First the Chinese, second, the army of the Caliphate, and then the defense of Shangrila. It was intense fighting, desperate and bloody. Great story. I liked it very much.
August 18, 2020
Can't wait for the next book......
This is the last book, so far. This is one of the best series I've ever read! Nick the A has been declared dead by evil General Steele. But it's all a ruse. But as he returns to reclaim his command, there is far more in store for him and his family. Morgan is wounded and her fetus killed when the psycotic Adder. Then he finds out that his wife and youngest daughter have been infected by a serum that gives them a genetically engineered cancer and the brightest biologist has been killed and the cure and all his research has disappeared. What happens next will blow your mind!! There are ar least two more books planned for 2020 and 2021. I hope that there are more after that. Very highly recommended.
This is the last book, so far. This is one of the best series I've ever read! Nick the A has been declared dead by evil General Steele. But it's all a ruse. But as he returns to reclaim his command, there is far more in store for him and his family. Morgan is wounded and her fetus killed when the psycotic Adder. Then he finds out that his wife and youngest daughter have been infected by a serum that gives them a genetically engineered cancer and the brightest biologist has been killed and the cure and all his research has disappeared. What happens next will blow your mind!! There are ar least two more books planned for 2020 and 2021. I hope that there are more after that. Very highly recommended.
June 20, 2020
Good action series writing. Overall it SUCKS.
Terrible because it is a soap opera series. If you enjoy good old fashioned novels, skilled writing, character and plot development, DO NOT WASTE YOUR TIME. This is comic book serial junk. The writer lacks confidence in his skill and his ability to bring the reader along. He dangles fruit like a child trying to catch ants. Leaves the reader with what he thinks are cliff hanger questions that can only be answered in his next bit of trash. Be a real writer William. CONCLUDE WITH CONFIDENCE AND MOVE ON.
Terrible because it is a soap opera series. If you enjoy good old fashioned novels, skilled writing, character and plot development, DO NOT WASTE YOUR TIME. This is comic book serial junk. The writer lacks confidence in his skill and his ability to bring the reader along. He dangles fruit like a child trying to catch ants. Leaves the reader with what he thinks are cliff hanger questions that can only be answered in his next bit of trash. Be a real writer William. CONCLUDE WITH CONFIDENCE AND MOVE ON.
February 14, 2022
Back on track
The last book was a train wreck, but this one comes back on course. I can forgive errors, too much slang, silly made up military stuff, but not the actions and conduct of the characters in the last book. Then again, perhaps obama did that much damage to the military culture, Lord knows slick Willy did enough.
The last book was a train wreck, but this one comes back on course. I can forgive errors, too much slang, silly made up military stuff, but not the actions and conduct of the characters in the last book. Then again, perhaps obama did that much damage to the military culture, Lord knows slick Willy did enough.
January 5, 2022
The Last Brigade - Book 5
William Alan Webb has become my new favorite military sci-fi weaver of tales. This series grabbed me in a way I haven't experienced in a long time. This is an excellent tale!
William Alan Webb has become my new favorite military sci-fi weaver of tales. This series grabbed me in a way I haven't experienced in a long time. This is an excellent tale!
January 31, 2022
Wonderful read
Action, betrayal, love, deception, friendship, and that is just touching the surface
This keeps you reading, you wouldn't want to put it down ... Or finish the series.
Action, betrayal, love, deception, friendship, and that is just touching the surface
This keeps you reading, you wouldn't want to put it down ... Or finish the series.
February 6, 2022
Great Series
I recommend this series to anyone who enjoys drama, sci-fi, military and just a hell of a good reading. Could not put the books down. Enjoyed reading this series very much.
I recommend this series to anyone who enjoys drama, sci-fi, military and just a hell of a good reading. Could not put the books down. Enjoyed reading this series very much.
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