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It Falls Apart - The Complete Series
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A routine coast guard interception in the waters off Manhattan goes horribly wrong.
An NYPD beat cop finds himself surrounded by bodies as a mysterious illness spirals out of control.
A daycare worker fights to protect her wards against the horrors lurking outside her door.
Two unlikely allies will unite in the face of overwhelming odds as their country falls apart around them. *** It's a quiet day on his beat when NYPD officer Paul Gault finds himself on the frontline of a new, never-before seen disaster. Bodies drop like flies in the streets as panic descends on the city. When he meets daycare worker Olivia Foster, the two must battle against not only the disaster but humanity itself to make it out of the city so that they may find some semblance of safety - if it still exists. As the unlikely duo attempts to flee the chaos and destruction, one man watches the destruction with frustration and regret, knowing all too well that the worst is yet to come…. *** It falls apart is an epic post-apocalyptic survival thriller with a killer cast of characters and a story that’ll pull you in and won’t let go. Written by best-selling post-apoc author Mike Kraus with Barry Napier, It Falls Apart features unique twists and turns on the standard post-apocalyptic survival tale with a stunning cast of characters. It Falls Apart is perfect for fans of Mike Kraus, Justin Bell, Tara Ellis and Kenny Soward. This complete series package includes all 6
It Falls Apart
Unravel
Chaos Dawn
Warpath
The Path Forward
Rise Against
A routine coast guard interception in the waters off Manhattan goes horribly wrong.
An NYPD beat cop finds himself surrounded by bodies as a mysterious illness spirals out of control.
A daycare worker fights to protect her wards against the horrors lurking outside her door.
Two unlikely allies will unite in the face of overwhelming odds as their country falls apart around them. *** It's a quiet day on his beat when NYPD officer Paul Gault finds himself on the frontline of a new, never-before seen disaster. Bodies drop like flies in the streets as panic descends on the city. When he meets daycare worker Olivia Foster, the two must battle against not only the disaster but humanity itself to make it out of the city so that they may find some semblance of safety - if it still exists. As the unlikely duo attempts to flee the chaos and destruction, one man watches the destruction with frustration and regret, knowing all too well that the worst is yet to come…. *** It falls apart is an epic post-apocalyptic survival thriller with a killer cast of characters and a story that’ll pull you in and won’t let go. Written by best-selling post-apoc author Mike Kraus with Barry Napier, It Falls Apart features unique twists and turns on the standard post-apocalyptic survival tale with a stunning cast of characters. It Falls Apart is perfect for fans of Mike Kraus, Justin Bell, Tara Ellis and Kenny Soward. This complete series package includes all 6
It Falls Apart
Unravel
Chaos Dawn
Warpath
The Path Forward
Rise Against
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1672 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 11, 2022
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Barry Napier
99 books61 followersBarry Napier is the author of The Cooper M. Reid series, The Bleeding Room, Bound, Break Every Chain, Nests, and several other titles. His books span a wide range of genres, from paranormal thrillers to Christian adventure.
He works as a ghostwriter while working on his own titles. He enjoys coffee, ambient music, and irony.
He works as a ghostwriter while working on his own titles. He enjoys coffee, ambient music, and irony.
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November 8, 2022
It Falls Apart - The Complete Series by Mike Kraus and Barry Napier
I very much enjoyed reading this series. As more people were brought into the story, I couldn’t help but get attached to each and everyone of them. Albeit, the hideous acts of terrorism set in motion in New York were horrible, the story reveals the driven people who step up to make a difference in helping others and overcoming such acts of terrorism.
I very much enjoyed reading this series. As more people were brought into the story, I couldn’t help but get attached to each and everyone of them. Albeit, the hideous acts of terrorism set in motion in New York were horrible, the story reveals the driven people who step up to make a difference in helping others and overcoming such acts of terrorism.
January 17, 2023
10 stars!!
This series is unequivocally the absolute best I have read in quite some time! If I could give it 10 stars I would!
The story was so well written and was almost eerily plausible! It evoked thoughts and questions that went beyond those regarding the plot itself because it felt like the whole thing was based in what could truly be our reality in this country. The drama wasn't "over written" as it so often is in stories like this. The characters all seemed so realistic and relatable. While it was a work of fiction... I think anyone having lived through Covid and the state of our country with all of the political conflict and racial tension etc these past few years would have no problem agreeing this it doesn't "feel" like it's necessarily fiction. It kept me on the edge of my seat not wanting to put it down and thinking "holy crap! This is spooky! It's like it could seriously happen just like this!" Kraus definitely keeps his finger on the pulse of current events when he creates these works of fiction. It's no wonder he's such an incredible author! This is the first work by Barry Napier I've read but it certainly won't be the last!! Thank you so much for another great read!!!
This series is unequivocally the absolute best I have read in quite some time! If I could give it 10 stars I would!
The story was so well written and was almost eerily plausible! It evoked thoughts and questions that went beyond those regarding the plot itself because it felt like the whole thing was based in what could truly be our reality in this country. The drama wasn't "over written" as it so often is in stories like this. The characters all seemed so realistic and relatable. While it was a work of fiction... I think anyone having lived through Covid and the state of our country with all of the political conflict and racial tension etc these past few years would have no problem agreeing this it doesn't "feel" like it's necessarily fiction. It kept me on the edge of my seat not wanting to put it down and thinking "holy crap! This is spooky! It's like it could seriously happen just like this!" Kraus definitely keeps his finger on the pulse of current events when he creates these works of fiction. It's no wonder he's such an incredible author! This is the first work by Barry Napier I've read but it certainly won't be the last!! Thank you so much for another great read!!!
May 15, 2023
Great read!
OK, great book, engaging, well written, believable and relatable characters with good depth. Great storyline and well paced.
Any post-poc nutnwill truly enjoy.
Only negatives a can list, not a bedtime read, why I bought it, too engaging, didn't put me to sleep but stayed up all hours reading. Could have been more technical and tactical, if you know what I mean.
For $.99, forget it. I'm immediately buying more of their stuff, like right now, but felt I need to say thank you to the authors for several weeks of enjoyment for virtually no cost, so thanks!
OK, great book, engaging, well written, believable and relatable characters with good depth. Great storyline and well paced.
Any post-poc nutnwill truly enjoy.
Only negatives a can list, not a bedtime read, why I bought it, too engaging, didn't put me to sleep but stayed up all hours reading. Could have been more technical and tactical, if you know what I mean.
For $.99, forget it. I'm immediately buying more of their stuff, like right now, but felt I need to say thank you to the authors for several weeks of enjoyment for virtually no cost, so thanks!
July 9, 2025
Awesome
Stop looking for your next book and just start reading this one. This book was exciting, inviting, intriguing, and one of the best books I've ever read and now that I think about it, I've said this a few times about any book written by Mike Kraus... They just keep getting better and better. The only complaint I have about this story is that it has now ended. If you're new to apocalyptic thrillers this is the one to read if you're not and you already enjoyed this genre then I highly recommend reading your new favorite book.
Stop looking for your next book and just start reading this one. This book was exciting, inviting, intriguing, and one of the best books I've ever read and now that I think about it, I've said this a few times about any book written by Mike Kraus... They just keep getting better and better. The only complaint I have about this story is that it has now ended. If you're new to apocalyptic thrillers this is the one to read if you're not and you already enjoyed this genre then I highly recommend reading your new favorite book.
January 16, 2023
Get a proofreader and editor
Too many mistakes not only with the sentences/wording but in mixing up characters and events. Conflicting backgrounds of characters, e.g. Marco told his grandfather played with him and then that he died before he was born. Bathroom needs for plot but ignored otherwise. (People don't go days without needing a bathroom). And covid taught us that no way would the country bounce back like the ending of this series
Too many mistakes not only with the sentences/wording but in mixing up characters and events. Conflicting backgrounds of characters, e.g. Marco told his grandfather played with him and then that he died before he was born. Bathroom needs for plot but ignored otherwise. (People don't go days without needing a bathroom). And covid taught us that no way would the country bounce back like the ending of this series
June 17, 2024
Good premise turns into a slog
At the start, I was impressed but this apocalyptic tale because it seemed to avoid the misogyny, torture, and endless lists of weapons most have. Except for 1 book, this mostly proved true. But boy this epic could have been cut in half. Instead of much plot movement, it had endless lists of dead bodies, virus suffering, and traffic jams. To turn the axiom around: less is always better. Also, some decent proofreading is in order.
At the start, I was impressed but this apocalyptic tale because it seemed to avoid the misogyny, torture, and endless lists of weapons most have. Except for 1 book, this mostly proved true. But boy this epic could have been cut in half. Instead of much plot movement, it had endless lists of dead bodies, virus suffering, and traffic jams. To turn the axiom around: less is always better. Also, some decent proofreading is in order.
November 7, 2024
Absolutely brilliant read
Loved following this group get through a virus and bombings. Going from separate groups and people to become a family group helping each other and brought together by a little girl. So many ups and downs so many emotions throughout these books and it draws you in because in real life this could happen and ii would hope to find people as special as these lot to get me through it all
Loved following this group get through a virus and bombings. Going from separate groups and people to become a family group helping each other and brought together by a little girl. So many ups and downs so many emotions throughout these books and it draws you in because in real life this could happen and ii would hope to find people as special as these lot to get me through it all
March 22, 2025
Post-apocalyptic survivor thriller with predictable plot
The six book series all consolidated in this edition, is a decent posts apocalyptic survival thriller. The plot is predictable when it started with few twists toward the end which made it interesting read. The good part is except couple of places you don't get to see the human behaviour deterioration, perhaps there weren't many left.
The six book series all consolidated in this edition, is a decent posts apocalyptic survival thriller. The plot is predictable when it started with few twists toward the end which made it interesting read. The good part is except couple of places you don't get to see the human behaviour deterioration, perhaps there weren't many left.
December 30, 2022
Should b a movie
Would recommend to any scifi or action fan. I think was well written and it flowed well. Characters were described in detail so you felt you knew them. I got so immersed that I was sad it was over. Lastly the storyline was not farfetched, it involved today's technologies and people's motivations.
Would recommend to any scifi or action fan. I think was well written and it flowed well. Characters were described in detail so you felt you knew them. I got so immersed that I was sad it was over. Lastly the storyline was not farfetched, it involved today's technologies and people's motivations.
January 23, 2023
An amazing read!
I really loved these books...never a dull moment. I had a hard time putting it down long enough to do daily stuff! So many books of this genre are overly violent and I appreciated that in these books bad things happen but you didn't have to know every gory detail. Best series I have read in the last year!
I really loved these books...never a dull moment. I had a hard time putting it down long enough to do daily stuff! So many books of this genre are overly violent and I appreciated that in these books bad things happen but you didn't have to know every gory detail. Best series I have read in the last year!
February 25, 2023
It is a page turner with our heroes struggling to stop the destruction of this terror group
It is a non-stop action
story as the people in our group face nukes and a deadly airborne virus that shows no boundaries; the terrorists don't care who it strikes
will kill you in less than 30 minutes
It is a non-stop action
story as the people in our group face nukes and a deadly airborne virus that shows no boundaries; the terrorists don't care who it strikes
will kill you in less than 30 minutes
May 31, 2023
Solid entertainment for light reading
This was a good series for some light reading. Serious subject matter that should make you think hard about Loving your neighbor and doing what is right all the time, but also about what direction the world is taking. Still, I enjoyed it as a novel series and connected with the characters easily.
This was a good series for some light reading. Serious subject matter that should make you think hard about Loving your neighbor and doing what is right all the time, but also about what direction the world is taking. Still, I enjoyed it as a novel series and connected with the characters easily.
October 6, 2023
Epic it is
The authors show us the best and worst of humanity in the character's words and actions, in some horrific situations. I'm addicted to Mike Kraus and his co-authors epic survival stories. The only reason I didn't give 5 stars is the occasional spelling error. I humbly offer my proofreading skills to catch them ;-) because I'd get to read them all.
The authors show us the best and worst of humanity in the character's words and actions, in some horrific situations. I'm addicted to Mike Kraus and his co-authors epic survival stories. The only reason I didn't give 5 stars is the occasional spelling error. I humbly offer my proofreading skills to catch them ;-) because I'd get to read them all.
August 13, 2024
Mike kraus
If you love his books as much as I do', you definitely will like this series. I loved it and all the characters ( especially Paul,Kathryn, and Marco). This is also a series to keep you reading to the wee hours of the night. Last it tells us some truths we all need to think about in our country.
If you love his books as much as I do', you definitely will like this series. I loved it and all the characters ( especially Paul,Kathryn, and Marco). This is also a series to keep you reading to the wee hours of the night. Last it tells us some truths we all need to think about in our country.
September 9, 2024
Stunningly good read
This was an amazing and thought provoking journey from start to finish. The characters were well thought out and what was best... I liked them and I wanted them to be OK. It is horrific to think how utterly fragile we really are, despite our combined experience and modern technology. There is always evil amongst us.
This was an amazing and thought provoking journey from start to finish. The characters were well thought out and what was best... I liked them and I wanted them to be OK. It is horrific to think how utterly fragile we really are, despite our combined experience and modern technology. There is always evil amongst us.
November 8, 2024
on my list of best apocalyptic plots ever
even with a cast of dozens it felt that everyone can play their part in saving the world. it was a long road with Partnerships being formed along the way. the tension was well executed and lasted through all the books. Glad I picked this series.
even with a cast of dozens it felt that everyone can play their part in saving the world. it was a long road with Partnerships being formed along the way. the tension was well executed and lasted through all the books. Glad I picked this series.
March 11, 2025
good story line; poor editing
I enjoyed the storyline and the character development. But there were a lot of editing issues and I don’t mean just typos. Character names were swapped for each other with a random “Rachel” thrown in for good measure here and there. There were also problems with sentence structure and overall readability.
I enjoyed the storyline and the character development. But there were a lot of editing issues and I don’t mean just typos. Character names were swapped for each other with a random “Rachel” thrown in for good measure here and there. There were also problems with sentence structure and overall readability.
November 18, 2022
This was a brilliant series. I was hooked right from the first book to the very last. The storyline was exciting and different and kept you reading late into the night. Loved all the characters and they all came together in a thrilling conclusion.
November 24, 2022
Spellbinding
I usuAlly read zombie books but I think mark tufo said this was a great read I was addicted to it from page one the twists and turns are great Paul was my favourite Joyce and Olivia a close second many thanks for a truly good read
I usuAlly read zombie books but I think mark tufo said this was a great read I was addicted to it from page one the twists and turns are great Paul was my favourite Joyce and Olivia a close second many thanks for a truly good read
December 19, 2022
But they kept it together!
A very possible kind of Post-Apocalyptic Thriller with the kind of crazies we have running around the world. Truly a very well written plot with just the right amount of twists to keep the pages turning, your heart pounding and the excitement flowing.
A very possible kind of Post-Apocalyptic Thriller with the kind of crazies we have running around the world. Truly a very well written plot with just the right amount of twists to keep the pages turning, your heart pounding and the excitement flowing.
January 17, 2023
This has to be one of the best apocalyptic series I have ever read. It was fast paced, exciting and held my attention clear to the end. I finished the whole series reading until 2 am or later three nights in a row!
February 6, 2023
fast paced, thrill ride
I read the whole series and every book was amazing. Kept you on the edge of your seat. Great characters, believable storylines, and fluid continuity kept me reading late into the night! Definitely recommend
I read the whole series and every book was amazing. Kept you on the edge of your seat. Great characters, believable storylines, and fluid continuity kept me reading late into the night! Definitely recommend
February 10, 2023
Awesome
This was a very good series, and not one "F" word! See, not everyone wants to read or hear those types of words read; they actually distract from the stories for me. The terrorists end to the world was really intriging. So was the ending. I highly recommend this series!
This was a very good series, and not one "F" word! See, not everyone wants to read or hear those types of words read; they actually distract from the stories for me. The terrorists end to the world was really intriging. So was the ending. I highly recommend this series!
February 13, 2023
Excellent series
Loved this series, never a dull moment , quick read and great storyline. There were a couple of mistakes but they were so minute it didn't mattef. Was sorry it ended.
Loved this series, never a dull moment , quick read and great storyline. There were a couple of mistakes but they were so minute it didn't mattef. Was sorry it ended.
March 1, 2023
excellent read across the complete series
Great character development. Brought all the story lines together in a way that did not feel forced or contrived. I usually get tired on a long series but this one kept me going
Great character development. Brought all the story lines together in a way that did not feel forced or contrived. I usually get tired on a long series but this one kept me going
March 8, 2023
great engaging book
I found myself immersed in the characters in this story ,and feeling their pain . It is one of those books that make you laugh and cry. Great read ! Keep them coming Barry n Mike !
I found myself immersed in the characters in this story ,and feeling their pain . It is one of those books that make you laugh and cry. Great read ! Keep them coming Barry n Mike !
March 24, 2023
It fallsapart
If you've read
one book like this you've read them all. Same story line. Just read first book and skip to last part of last book.
Save yourself time. Now I know why I paid 99 cents.
If you've read
one book like this you've read them all. Same story line. Just read first book and skip to last part of last book.
Save yourself time. Now I know why I paid 99 cents.
May 1, 2023
Different!
I had to suspend my normal sense of what's believable or not a bit - but otherwise I really enjoyed this yarn. The characters were engaging, the storyline didn't flag too much, and it all came together in the end lol.
I had to suspend my normal sense of what's believable or not a bit - but otherwise I really enjoyed this yarn. The characters were engaging, the storyline didn't flag too much, and it all came together in the end lol.
July 30, 2023
Awesome Series!
In this series the characters and sittings were off the charts!
Every little thing was covered completely!
It was a great description of the final battle.
The only thing that I thought was missing was a more thorough description of the virus getting over seas.
In this series the characters and sittings were off the charts!
Every little thing was covered completely!
It was a great description of the final battle.
The only thing that I thought was missing was a more thorough description of the virus getting over seas.
August 20, 2023
fall apart
I enjoyed this set of books a lot more than I thought I would! I thought when I started to read it them ah just another doomsday series! But I was very pleasantly surprised!
I loved the different take on things. Well done for my few hrs of entertainment!
I enjoyed this set of books a lot more than I thought I would! I thought when I started to read it them ah just another doomsday series! But I was very pleasantly surprised!
I loved the different take on things. Well done for my few hrs of entertainment!
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