Great book! Great narration. I'm old and too many years of loud music had taken a toll on my hearing. I have a difficult time understanding many female narrators. You do a fantastic job. I can hear everything clearly. Thank you.
@@ChristineKerseyBooksjust finished the Sundown series. Cried through the end and hadn't to stop working. Would love if the search for the cure continued. Thank you.
Yeah, me too. Too many nights onstage with Marshall stacks blaring out my guitar and everbody else , drummer, bassist and vocals thundering for 2 hours. And that is only MY bands, lol.
I absolutely love your writing! I first discovered you when I listened to your pandemic series, then went through all the parallel world books you have done, also very good and enjoyable. I am a blind man and I love sitting and listening to stories, I’d lose myself in them and I seem to enter into the world that I am listening to. That is to say, I see myself in audiobooks, going through the story with the characters. Please keep up the good work you are an excellent writer!
Great book! Can't believe I got to listen to it for free! Very realistic and full of lessons for if SHTF! You get to learn from the character's successes and failures so you don't make them yourself.
JUST GREAT!!!! I listened to it all in one day, while out marathon training, in the shower, cooking, eating, washing clothes... totally gripping!! A few times I actually cried out loud!!😂 And well done with the narration too Christine, I hope you enjoyed recording it!! I sure enjoyed listening to it and am very much looking forward to the continuation!! 🙏🏻💝🙏🏻🙋🏻♀
Very descriptive. Your writing gives a great visual. Being LDS, it's great to find post-apocalyptic stories that aren't riddled with gore and profanity. I'm a fan!
I feel the same way. I love Apocalyptic stories. But I don’t like a lot of cussing, or vulgarity. And it’s kind of like a survivor manual. Lol. I think everyone needs a paper map…. And I am also a Christian. I actually love the morality her characters have. Because I would protect my family no matter what, but that doesn’t mean that I want to shoot someone. I would do anything I could to avoid it… I love your books.
You used to be able to go in and get them no problem. The government caught on and couldn't allow us to circumvent Big Pharma, so now you need a prescription from a veterinarian.
Sadly but appreciative, I find myself referring this series to people that are confused at the latest world events. Thank you again for sharing your book here, it may be more important than realized
EMP SHTF is so much more realistic than Zombie books(although those are ok). In an EMP,the zombies will be living humans trying to make their way through an 18th century scenario.
@@ChristineKerseyBooks I would be more concerned with non-government controlled labs. Labs in the CDC have levels. Level 1 would be flu virus, salmonella, something less of a problem. At Level 4, you would have basically a space suit, and shower protocols, and a buddy system. At this level, there are failsafes to ensure samples cannot mix. Even if they did, the unit would have likely locked down due to the loss of power before they could mix. Can’t say the same for the civilian labs. There have been thousands of cases of leaks, they rarely get reported.
Uh oh here we go. Just finished William Forschtens One second after series. I started that after I finished your pandemic series! His series was about an EMP attack as well. Very cool
@@ChristineKerseyBooks One Second After is one of the best books I’ve ever read. Further you get away from day-0, the harder it is for ever post-a book.
So far enjoying listening to this book. It’s a shame that 90% of people just go through everyday thinking that this could never happen. Unfortunately it’s very much a reality we live in, hopefully we never have to find out but it’s better to be prepared than not. God Bless everyone have a great day
@@msgottaneedtoknow ehhh not really. It would take aprox. 475,000 nukes to effect tje entire U.S. grid so... pretty damned unlikely, BUT its a great genre and I do love these types of stories.
As a born again Christian, who loves audio books, it is VERY refreshing to listen to books of this caliber. That, while being very realistic to the scenario, also aren’t too sexually/brutally charged. The lack of curse words,!and the upholding of modesty with this type of subject is indeed impressive. Where as with other authors, it is… well … lacking . Great job ! Can’t wait for more books like this one!
When people ask, “What would Jesus do?“ I remind them that Jesus was the one who picked up a whip and drove the Money Changers out of the Temple. I live in South Florida, and I have seen what happens to people after a disaster. And Yes, I carry!
@@jerrygriffin6411 Jesus also called the Scribes and Pharisees really horrible names. Yes, He's a God of love, but righteous anger also has its place, and He utilized it perfectly. It took me a long time to understand that.
Ya know I just realized something: Your Pandemic series came out just before the actual pandemic hit.... This EMP series is making my prepper senses twitch lol
Just started this book, but it seems to excellent so far. One thing I noticed, there seems to be more weapons among this group of middle aged office workers than the average gang banger. For those who think that all the violence starting so quickly is unrealistic---think again. Our cities are filled with mentally unbalanced people and a whole lot of spoiled, immature people who would have no problem hurting others if they think they can get away with it. What I appreciated was that the story deals with an idea that most disaster stories don't: during a regular day, your family would be widely separated. Husband and wife at their offices, kids in different schools. Not a problem with cars, but on foot? It reminds us that before the advent of cars, there was a dammed good reason for work, home, school and groceries to all be next door to each other. Good story.
Not really . This is Utah , in 2023 20.1% of total population had a Concealed Firearm Permit . Plus the Utah laws are such an additional large percentage will legally have firearms routinely close at hand for " just in case " . So for a subset that ranges from late 20's to 50's , gainfully employed , successful enough to have disposable income to spend on several firearms without straining to put food on the table ( in non zombie , non EMP times ) . Plus after the "event" everyone had plenty of milling around , wondering what's happening time to retrieve their Car Guns before setting out on foot . So , that part is within an order of magnitude of reality .
Wow, I just happened to come across this video, I am so glad I did! I am thankful there isn't profanity and gore and I am so excited there are more books as I am already half through this one!
Don’t worry about the ads, people have to understand they’re getting a free product. Somebody has to pay for it and that’s the ads. All they have to do is think about it. So far I’ve binged 12 chapters and I love it. It gets me to thinking that after the pandemic books have a year or 2 of rebuilding, they could have them any EMP or nuclear blast. (Just thinking) Your books are great and I can’t wait for the next but I guess I have to. Love your narration. Keep writing and keep narrating. 😊
I absolutely HATE when characters see how depraved people are, only to continue to go the soft route. If you see looting and assaults during a society collapsing event, anyone who creeps up on you with one of the few working cars while you are hauling a lot of supplies, chances are he wants your stuff and/or women/girls and is one of those "I can do what I want now!" types.
Yeah and then the guys shoots his son. And Alex let's him go because to shoot him would be cold blooded murder ... bullshit ...that would be calculated revenge. .. or judgement for his crime...or save future people from being his victim .... should have at least shot him in leg
@chad hale less desperation and more greed. A lot of that type already have what they need, they just want more, and the law no longer stops them in any form.
I know right. Drives me nuts Hey HUN Need some help Uh uh nnooo thhannks. And Ther Ya Go Hes got Ya. You either haul ass Or put one between his eyes. Since ol ladies started getting beating at the grocery stores here in Pud Moines we passed open carry. Punk asses have seemed to fade away. I go no WHERE without Betty an the Boopettes. Yep even in IOWA. We don't play games with phuqtards here here. Reminds me of Texas whwre i grew up.
It’s a talented Author that makes you want to stock up on food and go buy a gun while wearing sensible shoes. Lol. Thank you for sharing your audiobooks.
Well if you like this book and feel that way you should check out her other book Pandemic. That one will really get you going. I still get anxiety just thinking about it.
Very true. Electromagnetic Pulse is a known fact. We could actually have a global WWIII event involving Nuclear ICBMs detonated in the upper atmosphere and the end result would be little if any immediate physical destruction…However the entire “civilized” world would be literally “Bombed” back to a pioneer existence. Oh, millions would perish and after effects would include aircraft everywhere falling out of the sky. Rebuilding would take decades and chaos would be rampant
Fantastic. Perfect mix of “no!!!” and “I knew they’d make it through this one”. Apparently I should have paced myself. Knocked this out in two days on my work commute and now I’m stuck waiting. Lol.
Stories like these make me want to reevaluate my SHTF supplies. General consensus is that most people won't die from violence, it will be from dehydration due to diarrhea from unpurified water.
When siphoning needed fuel & the can fills before the donor tank is empty, put your thumb on the can end of the hose to stop the flow & keep the hose pointed down. That way you can drain the can into your tank & refill it without having to siphon again. If it’s a SHTF scenario, may as well take whatever’s there because you don’t know when or if you’ll get another chance.
YAYYYYY!!!! The new book already!!! But I'm in the middle of The Sicilian, what shall I do??? Well, that one will just have to wait 'cause I can't resist this one after listening to the first few chapters yesterday, I'm already totally hooked!!! 😁😁
You are a fabulous writer! I want to really reiterate that, the writing, characters, & story line are top notch; probably in my top 3 favorite books/series. I love audiobooks, they keep me sane! However, it is MY opinion, you should have someone else narrate them. I listened to another of your books w/ a different narrator & it was incredible.
@@brendakorneder4228 as I said in my opinion & precisely why I wanted to make sure she knows how much I respect her as a writer. Not everyone can do everything. I would never try to write a book because I know it is not my talent.
Since I read one of your other series, and absolutely loved it, I have been waiting for this to come out on TH-cam! I kept checking back every so often, and just realized right now that you uploaded it two whole months ago. I must have checked back on your page within maybe a week before you uploaded them lol. But I am just so glad they're out now. Your writing is truly amazing. You have such a gift. The way you feel like you really know the characters. Like they're real people. Your story lines are great. They get you thinking. You go through a whole wide range of emotions. You are one of my favorite authors ever. Okay, enough of me rambling lol. I've got to start listening to this!
Gah! Me listening to Ch 9, wondering why Alex didn’t just _ride_ the bike to Cassie’s and sit Cassie on the handlebars like back in the day?! Lol😄🙈🚲 Oh well, they made it!! Enjoying this so so much already!! Great job, Christine! Thank you!!!!!
Most women can not look after themselves - that is why they need male police, male firefighters, male farmers, male oil drillers, male truck drivers, male electrical engineers, male sanitation workers, male pilots, male computer technicians etc to make their world comfortable and safe.
Very good! I like the fact that you presented a real life scenario and the characters were depicted as ordinary people put into an extra ordinary situation. Looking forward to more in the series! Thank you!
This my second time listening to this book. I love this story. I was on pins and needles just waiting just to hear more. Thank you Christine for such a wonderful story. You are so amazing.
@@ChristineKerseyBooks thank you for making this series available for us! Theyre great & is definitely something that could happen. I'm starting book 3 now. 😁❤️
Damn it Christine I don't know if I can listen to another one of your books they get me so emotionally invested. You're such a great writer and storyteller. I feel like I am in the story. My heart starts to pound harder and I get anxiety. After Pandemic and Dare to Resist I just don't know if my poor little heart can take another one. I'm only 10 minutes into it and I'm hooked. You are definitely my favorite author. Much love keep them coming. Also I want to say I was never much of an audiobook listener never cared for storytelling in book format, but because of your book of Pandemic it got me hooked to listen to audio books. I now have listened to about 20 different audio books all because of your storytelling. Thank you for that joy you have brought into my life
What I find a bit unrealistic, a problem with almost every post apocalyptic story tho, is that every time almost instantly after _"the event"_ happens everyone goes Mad Max... I mean, it's true that man is only 3 warm meals and a hot shower away from its baser instincts but I doubt that within the first few days, maybe even a week, sh*t would hit the fan. Humans are way to complaicent for that, even criminals.
Wow, this was an excellent book! I read a lot of apocalyptic horror/survival books and most lack the level of detail and common sense this one had. Can’t wait to dig into book two.
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Christine, I like this book and may go on the listen to all of the series. I too am a writer and can see where you are coming from. If I may offer some insights First I have lived and fought in Iraq, a quite post apocalyptical place if there is one and I am am an electrical engineer. Issues from the book: Not all of the phones would be dead/fried, none of course would work as the electrical grid and the cell towers would be fried. Not all of the people would be nuts at first, there is what is called the normalcy bias, you assume that everything is fine until you get your nose rubbed in the poop, then the new normal will kick in, so initially people will refuse to see reason. Some people like the homeless are already nuts, so no change there. The lack of cops who are totally dependent on automobiles and radios, they would be out of commission initially. Now what happens after day two, the weird stuff begins to happen. I guess I will have to read
Now if only we found a way to strap EMPs to Zombies!!! But in all seriousness THIS is absolutely on point! I absolutely love the realistic ideas of "maybe it's a small power outage and will turn back on in a few hrs" meanwhile others are in pure panic mode! This is definitely a trumpet to prepare for the possibility of SHTF!!
These E.M.P. stories always forget one thing. An EMP Strong enough to kill the power in buildings, cars, phones, and most other things. It doesn't just make them stop. It works is an electromagnetic wave goes out and friees all of those electronics that means it overloads them. That means the wires get hot and melt. That means the city would be on fire.
Great book so far! I wish they were on Audible so I could listen without ads. I limit myself to one subscription service at a time so subscribing to TH-cam isn’t an option for me. I’m sure the ads will throw off the average listener. I don’t remember your other books having ads after every chapter. I know you need to get that bag though it’s not your fault as much as the system we live in. I wish life was more like this book. I’d rather fight for survival than fight to keep up with the joneses ahah. I’d use a credit to listen on audible (if not part of audible monthly), and depending on the price just pay for it. Sorry not trying to complain as much as give constructive criticism. You gotta do what you gotta do.
I understand. I actually just started a Patreon, and there's a $5 tier that has all of my books ad-free. Well, except the Parallel World series. I'll put that up once I finish redoing the first book (I went too fast in the narration the first time). I haven't advertised the Patreon yet, but if you want to check it out, here's the link. I was waiting to tell people about it until the 1st, as Patreon charges people on the 1st of the month and I'd rather people get a whole month's worth of access for their money. www.patreon.com/christinekerseybooks Thank you for listening!
@@ChristineKerseyBooksThe advertisement just gives a person a chance to go to the bathroom or grab a snack. Even stretch a little bit. If there sitting ina chair listening
Is this Type of event not in our near future? The problems In this great book would be Childs play , to the eventual reality; Most are unable to see the inevitable realities. Those whom can ...They prepare....and blend in...Huge thumbs up from Utah County..
I like the story, but the characters needs to understand if it’s an apocalyptic situation and you’re seeing people get shot and murdered in front of you on your way to your destination especially trying to get a hold to your kids. You have to have that type of mindset that you’ll do anything to make it to your family and loved ones, so please, for the next story give these people some balls, this moral compass about worrying about how somebody’s gonna look at you for taking a life in the process of saving a life
The beginning of this book reminds me of an old Joe Rogan bit.. 😅 about how all the smart people die because no one mates with them and the rest of us idiots only notice when the lights go out ✨😭
Intelligence isn’t inherited in such a straightforward way, but a surprising number of people seem to think it is. With a few exceptions, two people of average intelligence who have four kids are statistically likely to have one who’s a bit thick, one who’s smart and two who are average. And two dumb people are also likely to have one kid in four who is smart. I actually had an aunt and uncle who met in special school. Both were just assessed as generally low intelligence. They had three daughters: the eldest, scholastically average but a shrewd smart, practical thinker. The second also scholastically average, but one of those almost militantly ignorant types. The youngest was very smart in every way.
I absolutely loved listening to your Pandemic series! I am on Chapter 12 of this series and I really like it the only problem is I've already seen 12 ads so an ad for every chapter? I listen while I'm doing things and that many stops and starts makes it to choppy for me. I hope everyone else enjoys it, maybe I'll try again someday.
I addressed this in this video: th-cam.com/video/UGRsvYpMW5g/w-d-xo.html If you’d like to listen to all of my audiobooks ad-free, you can do so by subscribing to my Patreon. You can learn more here: www.patreon.com/christinekerseybooks
Really love your books. Great research on the EMP first few weeks and how fast society falls apart. I like the fact the rape and carnage are mentioned but not too graphic. Can't wait to listen to the science fiction stories.
Seldom does one come across a well written and inspirational/positive audio novel and narrated so well by the author as well. Most narrators have to either edit their audio with an app (like audacity) or work with another narrator to differentiate between the male and female characters. Despite using your own natural voice, you where able to convey clearly who was who (Alex,Jason, Melissa, etc.) through simple voice inflections without disrupting the thought process of the listener. I wish I was as talented as you =) Thus, liked,subbed and ready to listen to more. Thank You!
Very realistic situation in this book; I dreamed this happened about 8 years ago and ever since I have worried this could be a reality for all of us some day. Idk. But great book and great narration.
This is such a good book. I love post apocalyptic and apocalyptic series emp and nuke ones though freak me out bc that can really happen. Thank you for making my work day better.
👍 Glad the shoe debacle came up. I have always insisted that my wife carry a pair of sturdy, comfortable shoes and spare socks in the get-home bag I prepared for her, because one never knows what may happen, or when.
Christine, I really enjoyed the book. Being from Salt Lake (Logan now), and also a prepper, I found it very relate-able. I could visually imagine the areas the groups were traversing through. Looking forward to book 2
From experience, I can tell you, 4:51:04 that you never want to run and older diesel engine with a fuel distributor completely out of fuel. You will have to recalibrate the firing sequence of the engine. 8 cylinders means 16 tubes, prep accordingly friend.
Problem with this is that no one would know what had happened. There would be huge levels of confusion and people working to crossed purposes. You might think an EMP fit the bill but you would not know. As we saw during Covid most people rely on others to tell that what to believe, what to do and where to go.
I've listened to a few audio books on youtube but lost interest part way thru, but this one had me hooked❤, love the story so far and so close to what could become reality not too far in the future the way things are going, really looking forward to book 2 😀 x
Uh oh. I finished this book way to quickly! When is the next one coming? LoL I love your writing and you did a great job narrating as well. The Pandemic series was awesome. Thank you very much! I use these to get through my day at work.
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I’ve never been scared of monsters ghosts or zombies the scariest and most dangerous thing on this entire earth is your fellow man
Great book! Great narration. I'm old and too many years of loud music had taken a toll on my hearing. I have a difficult time understanding many female narrators. You do a fantastic job. I can hear everything clearly. Thank you.
Thank you so much!
@@ChristineKerseyBooksjust finished the Sundown series. Cried through the end and hadn't to stop working. Would love if the search for the cure continued. Thank you.
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Yeah, me too. Too many nights onstage with Marshall stacks blaring out my guitar and everbody else , drummer, bassist and vocals thundering for 2 hours. And that is only MY bands, lol.
I absolutely love your writing! I first discovered you when I listened to your pandemic series, then went through all the parallel world books you have done, also very good and enjoyable. I am a blind man and I love sitting and listening to stories, I’d lose myself in them and I seem to enter into the world that I am listening to. That is to say, I see myself in audiobooks, going through the story with the characters. Please keep up the good work you are an excellent writer!
Thank you so much! I'm glad my stories can transport you to another world. Thank you for listening!
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Great book! Can't believe I got to listen to it for free!
Very realistic and full of lessons for if SHTF!
You get to learn from the character's successes and failures so you don't make them yourself.
Thank you so much!
1hour in and I realize advertisements make the author money but, holy cow. Not sure how much more I’ll listen.
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JUST GREAT!!!! I listened to it all in one day, while out marathon training, in the shower, cooking, eating, washing clothes... totally gripping!! A few times I actually cried out loud!!😂 And well done with the narration too Christine, I hope you enjoyed recording it!! I sure enjoyed listening to it and am very much looking forward to the continuation!! 🙏🏻💝🙏🏻🙋🏻♀
Thank you for your very kind words! I'm so glad you enjoyed it 😊
@ChristineKerseyBooks I enjoy this series I am on my second listen and if you sale physical copy's is like to buy them
So I’ve put off this book for a stormy night. I made the right call. This is fantastic
Thank you so much!
Very descriptive. Your writing gives a great visual. Being LDS, it's great to find post-apocalyptic stories that aren't riddled with gore and profanity. I'm a fan!
I’m not LDS, Christian but another denomination. But I appreciate clean also. That makes an excellent audiobook even better.
LDS ... Is that Lou Gehrig disease?
And zombies
I feel the same way. I love Apocalyptic stories. But I don’t like a lot of cussing, or vulgarity. And it’s kind of like a survivor manual. Lol. I think everyone needs a paper map…. And I am also a Christian. I actually love the morality her characters have. Because I would protect my family no matter what, but that doesn’t mean that I want to shoot someone. I would do anything I could to avoid it… I love your books.
@@doithimaceabhard7457 Latter-day Saints
Prepper tip: Pet stores have fish antibiotics that are the same active ingredients humans use.
There are not enough pet stores out there anymore, but good point. Also, try Jase Case meds/antibiotics to stock up. Thanks 😊
Open air markets...
True, but are not pure with reports of ecoli contamination. Last resort only.
You used to be able to go in and get them no problem. The government caught on and couldn't allow us to circumvent Big Pharma, so now you need a prescription from a veterinarian.
You can’t actually buy them in person at a pet store. It’s a weird online for fish and birds only loophole.
Sadly but appreciative, I find myself referring this series to people that are confused at the latest world events. Thank you again for sharing your book here, it may be more important than realized
EMP SHTF is so much more realistic than Zombie books(although those are ok). In an EMP,the zombies will be living humans trying to make their way through an 18th century scenario.
Yes. Let's hope we never have to witness it!
In a EMP situation I wonder what would happen with the bio labs and the CDC labs. All those diseases and germs mixing, something might happen.
Good question!
@@ChristineKerseyBooks I would be more concerned with non-government controlled labs. Labs in the CDC have levels. Level 1 would be flu virus, salmonella, something less of a problem. At Level 4, you would have basically a space suit, and shower protocols, and a buddy system. At this level, there are failsafes to ensure samples cannot mix. Even if they did, the unit would have likely locked down due to the loss of power before they could mix. Can’t say the same for the civilian labs. There have been thousands of cases of leaks, they rarely get reported.
@@keithburnette7762 Yikes! That would be a very scary aspect of a societal collapse.
Uh oh here we go. Just finished William Forschtens One second after series. I started that after I finished your pandemic series! His series was about an EMP attack as well. Very cool
Yes, I've read that series. So good!
@@ogre0322 did you listen to the whole series??
I read all 3 books. My favorite was the first though.
I read that series twice it's and great read
@@ChristineKerseyBooks One Second After is one of the best books I’ve ever read.
Further you get away from day-0, the harder it is for ever post-a book.
So far enjoying listening to this book. It’s a shame that 90% of people just go through everyday thinking that this could never happen. Unfortunately it’s very much a reality we live in, hopefully we never have to find out but it’s better to be prepared than not. God Bless everyone have a great day
Yeah, and the possibility of it happening is getting more and more likely, every day.
@@msgottaneedtoknow ehhh not really. It would take aprox. 475,000 nukes to effect tje entire U.S. grid so... pretty damned unlikely, BUT its a great genre and I do love these types of stories.
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@@YoMamasCasa a whole lot of engineers and experts disagree with you.
As a born again Christian, who loves audio books, it is VERY refreshing to listen to books of this caliber. That, while being very realistic to the scenario, also aren’t too sexually/brutally charged. The lack of curse words,!and the upholding of modesty with this type of subject is indeed impressive. Where as with other authors, it is… well … lacking . Great job ! Can’t wait for more books like this one!
Today agree!
When people ask, “What would Jesus do?“
I remind them that Jesus was the one who picked up a whip and drove the Money Changers out of the Temple.
I live in South Florida, and I have seen what happens to people after a disaster.
And Yes, I carry!
True 🙏
@@jerrygriffin6411 Jesus also called the Scribes and Pharisees really horrible names. Yes, He's a God of love, but righteous anger also has its place, and He utilized it perfectly. It took me a long time to understand that.
Your comment persuaded me to listen to this book. Thank you from Salisbury Plain, England.
Ya know I just realized something: Your Pandemic series came out just before the actual pandemic hit.... This EMP series is making my prepper senses twitch lol
Right? It was surreal when a real pandemic happened right after I published my series. I hope and pray we never have an EMP!
Just started this book, but it seems to excellent so far. One thing I noticed, there seems to be more weapons among this group of middle aged office workers than the average gang banger. For those who think that all the violence starting so quickly is unrealistic---think again. Our cities are filled with mentally unbalanced people and a whole lot of spoiled, immature people who would have no problem hurting others if they think they can get away with it. What I appreciated was that the story deals with an idea that most disaster stories don't: during a regular day, your family would be widely separated. Husband and wife at their offices, kids in different schools. Not a problem with cars, but on foot? It reminds us that before the advent of cars, there was a dammed good reason for work, home, school and groceries to all be next door to each other. Good story.
Not really .
This is Utah , in 2023 20.1% of total population had a Concealed Firearm Permit . Plus the Utah laws are such an additional large percentage will legally have firearms routinely close at hand for " just in case " .
So for a subset that ranges from late 20's to 50's , gainfully employed , successful enough to have disposable income to spend on several firearms without straining to put food on the table ( in non zombie , non EMP times ) . Plus after the "event" everyone had plenty of milling around , wondering what's happening time to retrieve their Car Guns before setting out on foot .
So , that part is within an order of magnitude of reality .
talk for yourself. Not all live in the US
@@DrLoverLover True . But this Book is explicitly set in Utah , USA .
Wow, I just happened to come across this video, I am so glad I did! I am thankful there isn't profanity and gore and I am so excited there are more books as I am already half through this one!
Thank you for listening!
Don’t worry about the ads, people have to understand they’re getting a free product. Somebody has to pay for it and that’s the ads. All they have to do is think about it.
So far I’ve binged 12 chapters and I love it. It gets me to thinking that after the pandemic books have a year or 2 of rebuilding, they could have them any EMP or nuclear blast. (Just thinking)
Your books are great and I can’t wait for the next but I guess I have to.
Love your narration. Keep writing and keep narrating. 😊
Thank you so very much!
I absolutely HATE when characters see how depraved people are, only to continue to go the soft route. If you see looting and assaults during a society collapsing event, anyone who creeps up on you with one of the few working cars while you are hauling a lot of supplies, chances are he wants your stuff and/or women/girls and is one of those "I can do what I want now!" types.
Yeah and then the guys shoots his son. And Alex let's him go because to shoot him would be cold blooded murder ... bullshit ...that would be calculated revenge. .. or judgement for his crime...or save future people from being his victim .... should have at least shot him in leg
@chad hale less desperation and more greed. A lot of that type already have what they need, they just want more, and the law no longer stops them in any form.
I know right. Drives me nuts
Hey HUN Need some help
Uh uh nnooo thhannks. And Ther Ya Go Hes got Ya. You either haul ass
Or put one between his eyes. Since ol ladies started getting beating at the grocery stores here in Pud Moines we passed open carry. Punk asses have seemed to fade away. I go no WHERE without
Betty an the Boopettes. Yep even in IOWA. We don't play games with phuqtards here here. Reminds me of Texas whwre i grew up.
It's salt lake city... The Mormon capital. People acting morally is expected. So yeah, it's not surprising.
Exactly remorse is for the dead
It’s a talented Author that makes you want to stock up on food and go buy a gun while wearing sensible shoes. Lol. Thank you for sharing your audiobooks.
😂 I love that! Thank you for listening!
Well if you like this book and feel that way you should check out her other book Pandemic. That one will really get you going. I still get anxiety just thinking about it.
Isn't that the truth !!!
I CANNOT tell you how FAR UP MY STREET this is!!!! You are a FANTASTIC writer!!!! I've been completely gripped for hours! Bloody marvellous work! Xxx
Thank you so much!
This is awesome! Nuclear war and emp doom are my favorite! Probably the scariest due to it’s looming reality.
Exactly! Let's hope an EMP never happens. 🤞
Very true. Electromagnetic Pulse is a known fact. We could actually have a global WWIII event involving Nuclear ICBMs detonated in the upper atmosphere and the end result would be little if any immediate physical destruction…However the entire “civilized” world would be literally “Bombed” back to a pioneer existence. Oh, millions would perish and after effects would include aircraft everywhere falling out of the sky. Rebuilding would take decades and chaos would be rampant
Rme
Putin.
I’m so excited to hear a book narrated by the author
Christine I found your Pandemic books by accident, love you writing style and narration choices!!
Fantastic. Perfect mix of “no!!!” and “I knew they’d make it through this one”. Apparently I should have paced myself. Knocked this out in two days on my work commute and now I’m stuck waiting. Lol.
😂 I'm glad you enjoyed it! Thank you for listening.
Came straight from the Pandemic Series to this one. Thoroughly excited.
Stories like these make me want to reevaluate my SHTF supplies. General consensus is that most people won't die from violence, it will be from dehydration due to diarrhea from unpurified water.
I have listened to the pandemic series twice this year. You are an amazing writer. Can’t wait to listen to the next book!!!!!
Thank you!
Is this her normal narrator? I want to listen, but sounds so robotic- does it get better. I really like this book topic, so???
@@robinpattee8657 rude, it's not that bad
@@dl2415 Yes, it really is.
Sounds good to me, may have been an audio thing.
Like this book but my only thing is he keep worrying about his wife when he need to be worried about where his three children are and if they're safe
Very well done. Kinda like a primer on whats inevitable. But God is always with every one of us. And nobody REALLY dies...word.
When siphoning needed fuel & the can fills before the donor tank is empty, put your thumb on the can end of the hose to stop the flow & keep the hose pointed down. That way you can drain the can into your tank & refill it without having to siphon again. If it’s a SHTF scenario, may as well take whatever’s there because you don’t know when or if you’ll get another chance.
YAYYYYY!!!! The new book already!!! But I'm in the middle of The Sicilian, what shall I do??? Well, that one will just have to wait 'cause I can't resist this one after listening to the first few chapters yesterday, I'm already totally hooked!!! 😁😁
I love that! I hope you enjoy it 😊
I am with you, I am in the middle of A Time for Mercy. I put that on the virtual shelf, I will finish it after this one.
Just do what I do. Read three or four books at once. One for few hours then switch. I'm reading five right now. This one is really good so far.
Woohoo been waiting patiently for this. Thanks dear starting now 😊
Hope you like it!
You are a fabulous writer! I want to really reiterate that, the writing, characters, & story line are top notch; probably in my top 3 favorite books/series. I love audiobooks, they keep me sane! However, it is MY opinion, you should have someone else narrate them. I listened to another of your books w/ a different narrator & it was incredible.
I thought she did a fine job.
@@brendakorneder4228 as I said in my opinion & precisely why I wanted to make sure she knows how much I respect her as a writer. Not everyone can do everything. I would never try to write a book because I know it is not my talent.
I don't know why, I too prefer a male narrator.
I am enjoying this story.
It's lovely to be read to.
Many thanks for all your hard work.
The guys sound like very feminine men even though they are quite tuff.
Since I read one of your other series, and absolutely loved it, I have been waiting for this to come out on TH-cam! I kept checking back every so often, and just realized right now that you uploaded it two whole months ago. I must have checked back on your page within maybe a week before you uploaded them lol. But I am just so glad they're out now. Your writing is truly amazing. You have such a gift. The way you feel like you really know the characters. Like they're real people. Your story lines are great. They get you thinking. You go through a whole wide range of emotions. You are one of my favorite authors ever. Okay, enough of me rambling lol. I've got to start listening to this!
Thank you so much for your kind and thoughtful comments! I'm glad you checked back and found that this series is now available. Enjoy!
Gah! Me listening to Ch 9, wondering why Alex didn’t just _ride_ the bike to Cassie’s and sit Cassie on the handlebars like back in the day?! Lol😄🙈🚲 Oh well, they made it!! Enjoying this so so much already!! Great job, Christine! Thank you!!!!!
😂 I didn't think of that. Thank you for listening!
Did anyone think about the kids and the need for supplies that they need. She's a grown woman she can take care of herself
Most women can not look after themselves - that is why they need male police, male firefighters, male farmers, male oil drillers, male truck drivers, male electrical engineers, male sanitation workers, male pilots, male computer technicians etc to make their world comfortable and safe.
I like how she put in the info about the carrington event, it’s a pretty scary thing to think about happening in todays world
I only discovered your audio books about a week ago and I’m already on the last series for now. You really capture my attention
Thank you so much!
Very good! I like the fact that you presented a real life scenario and the characters were depicted as ordinary people put into an extra ordinary situation. Looking forward to more in the series! Thank you!
Thank you so much!
Christine, thank you SO much for sharing your books with us. It’s so generous of you. I love the detail that you go into.
Thank you so much!
This my second time listening to this book. I love this story. I was on pins and needles just waiting just to hear more. Thank you Christine for such a wonderful story. You are so amazing.
Can’t wait to see what’s next in this series!
For me nothing is as good as an actual book but these audio books are great - enjoying this set of audio books heaps thank you
I love your books, and I'm thankful you offer them here with narration. Audiobooks are appreciated by many.
You’re welcome! Thank you for listening!
EEK! I am no longer sleepy trying to get through my work day. Thank you!
You are so welcome!
So good!! Love that the author narrates this. 💜
I’m so glad you’re enjoying it! Thank you for listening!
@@ChristineKerseyBooks thank you for making this series available for us! Theyre great & is definitely something that could happen. I'm starting book 3 now. 😁❤️
Damn it Christine I don't know if I can listen to another one of your books they get me so emotionally invested. You're such a great writer and storyteller. I feel like I am in the story. My heart starts to pound harder and I get anxiety.
After Pandemic and Dare to Resist I just don't know if my poor little heart can take another one. I'm only 10 minutes into it and I'm hooked.
You are definitely my favorite author. Much love keep them coming.
Also I want to say I was never much of an audiobook listener never cared for storytelling in book format, but because of your book of Pandemic it got me hooked to listen to audio books. I now have listened to about 20 different audio books all because of your storytelling.
Thank you for that joy you have brought into my life
😂 😂 I'm so glad I got you hooked! Thank you for listening 😊
Good book. It's the most super sweet post-apocalyptic book ever written.
😂😂 I don’t know if that’s a good thing or a bad thing.
It’s good!
Ikr? You might also enjoy Mark Goodwin's "7 cows, ugly and guant" series.
Excellent story! Thanks for making it available free
Love love love can’t wait for more, you’ve done an amazing job and I love listening to you tell us the stories you’ve created
Thank you so much!!
What I find a bit unrealistic, a problem with almost every post apocalyptic story tho, is that every time almost instantly after _"the event"_ happens everyone goes Mad Max...
I mean, it's true that man is only 3 warm meals and a hot shower away from its baser instincts but I doubt that within the first few days, maybe even a week, sh*t would hit the fan. Humans are way to complaicent for that, even criminals.
Maybe. We don’t know until it happens
Just a tip, on a minor wound like the boy got in his leg when shot, pour some honey on it (real, raw, unfiltered honey). Has antibiotic properties
Sugar would work too , that’s what we used in Vietnam back in the day .
@@HuyTran-uu7csThank you
Wow, this was an excellent book! I read a lot of apocalyptic horror/survival books and most lack the level of detail and common sense this one had. Can’t wait to dig into book two.
Thank you so much!
Wonderful story teller. For sure.
She makes it relevant to our time line.
Been looking for this took me back to the one second after series. Thank you
Good listen so far. I do think Alex was wrong for not taking care of the man that shot his boy though. People like that do not deserve second chances.
It was tempting, but so early in the apocalypse I wanted him to show some restraint. Especially since the man was unarmed at that point.
Yes. I’m recording book 2 now. I just finished writing the fourth book. There will be at least 6 in this series.
@@ChristineKerseyBooks from the man pointed the gun shoot him
Spoiler alert! Must you give away the story?
@@laz0rama fun fact, don't read the comments and there will be no spoiler. You're welcome 👍
You're a fantastic narrator, Christine! I've thoroughly enjoyed listening!
Thank you so much!
You are so amazing....thank you. I was waiting in anticipation for this book.I am so glad that my wait is over.
You're very welcome! Thank you for listening!
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Christine, I like this book and may go on the listen to all of the series. I too am a writer and can see where you are coming from. If I may offer some insights First I have lived and fought in Iraq, a quite post apocalyptical place if there is one and I am am an electrical engineer. Issues from the book: Not all of the phones would be dead/fried, none of course would work as the electrical grid and the cell towers would be fried. Not all of the people would be nuts at first, there is what is called the normalcy bias, you assume that everything is fine until you get your nose rubbed in the poop, then the new normal will kick in, so initially people will refuse to see reason. Some people like the homeless are already nuts, so no change there. The lack of cops who are totally dependent on automobiles and radios, they would be out of commission initially. Now what happens after day two, the weird stuff begins to happen. I guess I will have to read
Now if only we found a way to strap EMPs to Zombies!!! But in all seriousness THIS is absolutely on point! I absolutely love the realistic ideas of "maybe it's a small power outage and will turn back on in a few hrs" meanwhile others are in pure panic mode! This is definitely a trumpet to prepare for the possibility of SHTF!!
Thank You Thank You Thank You!! Been waiting for a new book Soooo Excited to listen. Love your work!!! Please keep them coming :) :)
Thank you so much!
Can't wait for part 2. Love your books.
Thank you!
These E.M.P. stories always forget one thing. An EMP Strong enough to kill the power in buildings, cars, phones, and most other things. It doesn't just make them stop. It works is an electromagnetic wave goes out and friees all of those electronics that means it overloads them. That means the wires get hot and melt. That means the city would be on fire.
NOT necessarily. IN certain instances, sure. But small electronics, no.
With love, appreciation and thanks
Wow! Thank you so much! I really appreciate your support!
Fantastic book! Thanks for the narration!
Great book so far! I wish they were on Audible so I could listen without ads. I limit myself to one subscription service at a time so subscribing to TH-cam isn’t an option for me. I’m sure the ads will throw off the average listener. I don’t remember your other books having ads after every chapter. I know you need to get that bag though it’s not your fault as much as the system we live in. I wish life was more like this book. I’d rather fight for survival than fight to keep up with the joneses ahah. I’d use a credit to listen on audible (if not part of audible monthly), and depending on the price just pay for it. Sorry not trying to complain as much as give constructive criticism. You gotta do what you gotta do.
I understand. I actually just started a Patreon, and there's a $5 tier that has all of my books ad-free. Well, except the Parallel World series. I'll put that up once I finish redoing the first book (I went too fast in the narration the first time). I haven't advertised the Patreon yet, but if you want to check it out, here's the link. I was waiting to tell people about it until the 1st, as Patreon charges people on the 1st of the month and I'd rather people get a whole month's worth of access for their money.
www.patreon.com/christinekerseybooks
Thank you for listening!
I prefer reading too. All my books are available on Amazon as ebooks and in paperback.
It actually is still an option.
I’m actually not sure. The ads pay based on views, so I don’t know how much I get if someone listens to an entire audiobook.
@@ChristineKerseyBooksThe advertisement just gives a person a chance to go to the bathroom or grab a snack. Even stretch a little bit. If there sitting ina chair listening
Loving this. So well written.
Is this Type of event not in our near future? The problems In this great book would be Childs play , to the eventual reality; Most are unable to see the inevitable realities. Those whom can ...They prepare....and blend in...Huge thumbs up from Utah County..
Awesome. So much better than listening to the ones that have AI doing the reading. Love it.
Wow
I'm a fan. Written really well and Easy to visualize.
And courageous enough to do your own narration.
Great job.
Thank you so much!
Please keep up the good work! Excellent read with moral and ethical values.
I like the story, but the characters needs to understand if it’s an apocalyptic situation and you’re seeing people get shot and murdered in front of you on your way to your destination especially trying to get a hold to your kids. You have to have that type of mindset that you’ll do anything to make it to your family and loved ones, so please, for the next story give these people some balls, this moral compass about worrying about how somebody’s gonna look at you for taking a life in the process of saving a life
I know I was thinking the same thing. They stopped and helped way too many people before getting back to their kids
Indeed, I almost quit several times over this reason.
The beginning of this book reminds me of an old Joe Rogan bit.. 😅 about how all the smart people die because no one mates with them and the rest of us idiots only notice when the lights go out ✨😭
Intelligence isn’t inherited in such a straightforward way, but a surprising number of people seem to think it is. With a few exceptions, two people of average intelligence who have four kids are statistically likely to have one who’s a bit thick, one who’s smart and two who are average. And two dumb people are also likely to have one kid in four who is smart. I actually had an aunt and uncle who met in special school. Both were just assessed as generally low intelligence. They had three daughters: the eldest, scholastically average but a shrewd smart, practical thinker. The second also scholastically average, but one of those almost militantly ignorant types. The youngest was very smart in every way.
Not accurate!
Fantastic job! Very excited for the next book and hopefully a few more in the series😊 so grateful I ran across your channel
Thank you! There will be many books in this series. The first 4 are written, but there will be more.
Excellent writing and narration. Thank you for sharing another wonderful audiobook.
Thank you so much!
I absolutely loved listening to your Pandemic series! I am on Chapter 12 of this series and I really like it the only problem is I've already seen 12 ads so an ad for every chapter? I listen while I'm doing things and that many stops and starts makes it to choppy for me. I hope everyone else enjoys it, maybe I'll try again someday.
I addressed this in this video: th-cam.com/video/UGRsvYpMW5g/w-d-xo.html
If you’d like to listen to all of my audiobooks ad-free, you can do so by subscribing to my Patreon. You can learn more here: www.patreon.com/christinekerseybooks
Really love your books. Great research on the EMP first few weeks and how fast society falls apart. I like the fact the rape and carnage are mentioned but not too graphic. Can't wait to listen to the science fiction stories.
I have these books. Really enjoyed them. Will listen to the audio again. Thanks for posting.
Thank you so much!
@@ChristineKerseyBooks You're Welcome
Seldom does one come across a well written and inspirational/positive audio novel and narrated so well by the author as well. Most narrators have to either edit their audio with an app (like audacity) or work with another narrator to differentiate between the male and female characters. Despite using your own natural voice, you where able to convey clearly who was who (Alex,Jason, Melissa, etc.) through simple voice inflections without disrupting the thought process of the listener. I wish I was as talented as you =) Thus, liked,subbed and ready to listen to more. Thank You!
Thank you so much!
The opening lines are so relatable. I would totally think the same. Great story!
Thank you!
This was Awesome! Thanks... I look forward to more! 😃
Very realistic situation in this book; I dreamed this happened about 8 years ago and ever since I have worried this could be a reality for all of us some day. Idk. But great book and great narration.
It's amazing how you can make the listener feel stressful on some events
😂😂
Great story. Fine writing.
Thank you so much!
Half way through and so grateful you post these awesome books to enjoy! ❤
So excited for this. Thank you
You are so welcome!
This is such a good book. I love post apocalyptic and apocalyptic series emp and nuke ones though freak me out bc that can really happen. Thank you for making my work day better.
💝 Thank you!,,,,,,,,,,,, excellent new series,
Thank you so much!
👍 Glad the shoe debacle came up. I have always insisted that my wife carry a pair of sturdy, comfortable shoes and spare socks in the get-home bag I prepared for her, because one never knows what may happen, or when.
Sure enjoyed the first book. Looking forward to the second. Thanks so much for posting.
Thank you!
Christine, I really enjoyed the book. Being from Salt Lake (Logan now), and also a prepper, I found it very relate-able. I could visually imagine the areas the groups were traversing through. Looking forward to book 2
😂 yes, it's always fun to know a place a book is talking about. Thanks for listening!
After getting used to your narration, which took a couple of chapters, I found this story intriguing. Thanks.
I'm trying to get used to it. Pandemic narration was great but this sounds more Al than actual Al. Hard to follow when everyone sounds the same😢
From experience, I can tell you, 4:51:04 that you never want to run and older diesel engine with a fuel distributor completely out of fuel. You will have to recalibrate the firing sequence of the engine. 8 cylinders means 16 tubes, prep accordingly friend.
Problem with this is that no one would know what had happened. There would be huge levels of confusion and people working to crossed purposes. You might think an EMP fit the bill but you would not know. As we saw during Covid most people rely on others to tell that what to believe, what to do and where to go.
I've listened to a few audio books on youtube but lost interest part way thru, but this one had me hooked❤, love the story so far and so close to what could become reality not too far in the future the way things are going, really looking forward to book 2 😀 x
I"m glad you enjoyed it! Thank you for listening!
For me too. This story kept me so engaged I had a hard time focusing on the work I was doing while listening
This is great, good job !!!!!
Thank you so much!
Ow yessss a book!
KIDS ARE SMARTER THAN DAD 30 MINUTES IN. STILL GREAT SO FAR
Uh oh. I finished this book way to quickly! When is the next one coming? LoL I love your writing and you did a great job narrating as well. The Pandemic series was awesome. Thank you very much! I use these to get through my day at work.
Thank you! I'll start recording book 2 today, but it's longer than book 1 so it will take several weeks. Thank you for listening!
I started the pandemic book. Christine you are a better reader of your work. Don’t hire out anymore.