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The Bushwackers
Prepper Mountain
School's getting out for the summer, and Zach has finally worked up the courage to ask Katelyn to walk home with him—only to find the Feds parked in his driveway again. His unemployed accountant father is an outspoken critic of the recent default on the crushing national debt, which brings on most of their problems with the law. But his mother is the real complication when it comes to bringing potential girlfriends over to the house. She’s a fanatical prepper. Though Zach can’t see the imminent danger, his parents whisk his family away to the Great Smoky Mountains in case the entire country crumbles into martial law. When the drones circle like buzzards and the bombs start falling, someone has to be the resistance....
253 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 9, 2019
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About the author
Chris Bostic
30 books135 followersYoung Adult fiction author of action/adventure novels for the young, and the young at heart -- and now branching out into adult themed works including two new psychological thriller series and a couple of moonshine books too.
New Release! Book Two of the Bootleggers Series is out. Check out Rum Runner, the follow up to Distiller's Run.
http://www.amazon.com/Distillers-Run-...
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0C2...
The Bourbon Heist Series, another series set in central Kentucky distillery country. A blending of Thriller and Action/Adventure with a hint of Romantic Suspense.
Night Cap - http://www.amazon.com/Night-Bourbon-H...
Double Shot - http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B086...
Sour Mash - https://www.amazon.com/Sour-Mash-Bour...
The Bourbon Country Series, set in abandoned and working distilleries in central Kentucky. A blending of Romantic Suspense and Psychological Thriller.
http://www.amazon.com/Whiskey-Thief-B...
http://www.amazon.com/Kentucky-Hug-Bo...
http://www.amazon.com/Barrel-Strength...
Also from 2019, my biggest, most popular release was a three book series comprised of Prepper Mountain, Shadow Warriors, and Jailbreak. The novels are essentially wilderness Red Dawn-style adventures set in the Great Smoky Mountains.
http://www.amazon.com/Prepper-Mountai...
http://www.amazon.com/Shadow-Warriors...
http://www.amazon.com/Jailbreak-Bushw...
Prior to my newest series, my standalone novel, Creeper Falls was published. It's another classic teen action/adventure that's even more heavy on suspense: http://www.amazon.com/Creeper-Falls-C...
Before Creeper, I released Complex Three, the third in a YA, SciFi, dystopian thriller series. It all started with Savage Hills, an edge-of-your-seat story about teens trapped behind enemy lines. Even if they could, they're not sure really want to make it back to so-called friendly territory. Check it out here:
http://www.amazon.com/Savage-Hills-Ho...
Prior to that series, my latest book was Murder Cove. While not a huge departure from my usual outdoorsy wilderness survival adventures, this one has a bit of an indoors Die Hard feel too--and a nice dose of humor.
On Kindle and paperback.
http://www.amazon.com/Murder-Cove-Chr...
One of my more recent releases, Game Changer, is a float trip gone wrong. It's perhaps a bit like Deliverance...for teens.
http://www.amazon.com/Game-Changer-Ch...
Then there's the trilogy, which was finished in 2015. Hard to believe it's come to an end, starting with...
Fugitives from Northwoods -- a dystopian, action/adventure novel:
http://www.amazon.com/Fugitives-North...
Then there's Book 2 in the series, Rebellion in Northwoods. Find it here:
http://www.amazon.com/Rebellion-North...
http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/rebel...
And, finally, Return to Northwoods. The conclusion to my three year labor of love. Out now in ebook and paperback.
http://www.amazon.com/Return-Northwoo...
Look me up on Facebook and send a friend request to "Author Chris Bostic." Also I'm on Instagram @author_chris_bostic and Twitter @cbostic_author
New Release! Book Two of the Bootleggers Series is out. Check out Rum Runner, the follow up to Distiller's Run.
http://www.amazon.com/Distillers-Run-...
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0C2...
The Bourbon Heist Series, another series set in central Kentucky distillery country. A blending of Thriller and Action/Adventure with a hint of Romantic Suspense.
Night Cap - http://www.amazon.com/Night-Bourbon-H...
Double Shot - http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B086...
Sour Mash - https://www.amazon.com/Sour-Mash-Bour...
The Bourbon Country Series, set in abandoned and working distilleries in central Kentucky. A blending of Romantic Suspense and Psychological Thriller.
http://www.amazon.com/Whiskey-Thief-B...
http://www.amazon.com/Kentucky-Hug-Bo...
http://www.amazon.com/Barrel-Strength...
Also from 2019, my biggest, most popular release was a three book series comprised of Prepper Mountain, Shadow Warriors, and Jailbreak. The novels are essentially wilderness Red Dawn-style adventures set in the Great Smoky Mountains.
http://www.amazon.com/Prepper-Mountai...
http://www.amazon.com/Shadow-Warriors...
http://www.amazon.com/Jailbreak-Bushw...
Prior to my newest series, my standalone novel, Creeper Falls was published. It's another classic teen action/adventure that's even more heavy on suspense: http://www.amazon.com/Creeper-Falls-C...
Before Creeper, I released Complex Three, the third in a YA, SciFi, dystopian thriller series. It all started with Savage Hills, an edge-of-your-seat story about teens trapped behind enemy lines. Even if they could, they're not sure really want to make it back to so-called friendly territory. Check it out here:
http://www.amazon.com/Savage-Hills-Ho...
Prior to that series, my latest book was Murder Cove. While not a huge departure from my usual outdoorsy wilderness survival adventures, this one has a bit of an indoors Die Hard feel too--and a nice dose of humor.
On Kindle and paperback.
http://www.amazon.com/Murder-Cove-Chr...
One of my more recent releases, Game Changer, is a float trip gone wrong. It's perhaps a bit like Deliverance...for teens.
http://www.amazon.com/Game-Changer-Ch...
Then there's the trilogy, which was finished in 2015. Hard to believe it's come to an end, starting with...
Fugitives from Northwoods -- a dystopian, action/adventure novel:
http://www.amazon.com/Fugitives-North...
Then there's Book 2 in the series, Rebellion in Northwoods. Find it here:
http://www.amazon.com/Rebellion-North...
http://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/rebel...
And, finally, Return to Northwoods. The conclusion to my three year labor of love. Out now in ebook and paperback.
http://www.amazon.com/Return-Northwoo...
Look me up on Facebook and send a friend request to "Author Chris Bostic." Also I'm on Instagram @author_chris_bostic and Twitter @cbostic_author
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July 25, 2019
I was interested in this book, because in the current ocean of EMP based literature in this genre, this was about the break down of democracy and society. I might have missed that this was young adult fiction, but the raging hormones of Zach, the first person character was overwhelming. It was constant when he missed his girlfriend and then went nuclear when they met again. It nearly submerged the plot about threat of the breakdown of society and potential loss of freedom and life. I liked that the Mom was the primary engine for prepping and acting, but then it was clear she was not all that good at it. The plan to bug out was hastily thrown together and executed poorly (the image I had of their overly stuffed vehicle was the truck from the Beverly Hillbillies). The parents did nothing to educate or prepare their kids so that they could pack and behave appropriately. This kids argued and complained constantly. Absolutely none of these people had a quiet voice when trying to evade the bad guys. I guess prepping a long time does not mean prepping well (please watch some Creek Stewart or something, lady). The bad government guys, trying to be mean and scary, were content to just ransack the house unannounced and take the Dad's computer and then park a black vehicle to watch them...ominously. Maybe they just need time to learn how to be properly oppressive. I felt like the author's writing style was pretty good and there were not a lot of editing errors, but the characters really let the story down. I'm kind of interested in what follows, but I don't think I can take more of Zach.
July 22, 2019
Hopefully not too Accurate
Very well written with no noticeable editing problems. In any emergency, communication is the key to a successful conclusion. I could almost taste the frustration Zach would have . As far as the term "Prepper" I try to avoid that in my own affairs. It seems to evoke a picture of a wild-eyed, gun waving paranoid character. I prefer the phrase " taking prudent precautions". In all honesty I hope events never reach the point where we tell others "I told you so" This is just a Story right? RIGHT? Great story by the way
Bill Hodges
Very well written with no noticeable editing problems. In any emergency, communication is the key to a successful conclusion. I could almost taste the frustration Zach would have . As far as the term "Prepper" I try to avoid that in my own affairs. It seems to evoke a picture of a wild-eyed, gun waving paranoid character. I prefer the phrase " taking prudent precautions". In all honesty I hope events never reach the point where we tell others "I told you so" This is just a Story right? RIGHT? Great story by the way
Bill Hodges
August 25, 2019
well has potential
If one can get past the book's take on a teenager's outlook on the end of society as we know it. (And get through the adolescent love 'umm' affair. ) Then you get to the meaty part of the story that just really starts as this book ends. I am looking forward to finding out what comes next in Zach's new way of life as a gorilla fighter. So this book is entertaining and worth the time it took to read. Enjoy.
If one can get past the book's take on a teenager's outlook on the end of society as we know it. (And get through the adolescent love 'umm' affair. ) Then you get to the meaty part of the story that just really starts as this book ends. I am looking forward to finding out what comes next in Zach's new way of life as a gorilla fighter. So this book is entertaining and worth the time it took to read. Enjoy.
September 27, 2019
Young adult book
Sort of took me by surprise that the story is told from the point of view of a 16 year old boy. He’s kept in the dark about the plans and so is the reader. Somehow I was able to finish it. Most of the story involves traveling from town to camp then through the woods then another camp then back to town then back to camp. Every detail of every minute is described in detail. Ho hum.
Sort of took me by surprise that the story is told from the point of view of a 16 year old boy. He’s kept in the dark about the plans and so is the reader. Somehow I was able to finish it. Most of the story involves traveling from town to camp then through the woods then another camp then back to town then back to camp. Every detail of every minute is described in detail. Ho hum.
November 6, 2020
It Might Happen
How sure are we ever that our lives won't suddenly throw us a curve ball? How prepared are we for any sort of change that will make us forgo all we have just to survive? As a family, lives became more important to these characters in their struggle to find the best place to defend their morals, their beliefs and principles! A new war has begun and now they become united in resistance.
How sure are we ever that our lives won't suddenly throw us a curve ball? How prepared are we for any sort of change that will make us forgo all we have just to survive? As a family, lives became more important to these characters in their struggle to find the best place to defend their morals, their beliefs and principles! A new war has begun and now they become united in resistance.
June 4, 2019
A new favorite author
Great story! This is great with good jokes, real personality and enjoyable from start to finish, throughout! Not just a reader but a really good story and the author does a great job letting the reader get to know the characters. It is fast paced but also difficult to put down! I just bought the 2nd book! So, enjoy while I start reading the second book!
Great story! This is great with good jokes, real personality and enjoyable from start to finish, throughout! Not just a reader but a really good story and the author does a great job letting the reader get to know the characters. It is fast paced but also difficult to put down! I just bought the 2nd book! So, enjoy while I start reading the second book!
August 1, 2019
New point of view
This book is an invigorating twist on the child hero books. I'm especially intrigued with the story told as a coming of age tale, with events happening to the hero. Watching him begin to mature and accept the role history has called him to is poignant and moving. All told in the no frills, simplistic style of the prepper\dystopian ganre
This book is an invigorating twist on the child hero books. I'm especially intrigued with the story told as a coming of age tale, with events happening to the hero. Watching him begin to mature and accept the role history has called him to is poignant and moving. All told in the no frills, simplistic style of the prepper\dystopian ganre
May 10, 2020
Page turner, awesome story!
This book rocked! I’m not the fastest of readers and generally take my time with a book, but this book was so action packed and entertaining that I finished it in a single weekend. I rarely review anything either but this book really deserves attention. Excellent story, great characters, very well written, thanks!
This book rocked! I’m not the fastest of readers and generally take my time with a book, but this book was so action packed and entertaining that I finished it in a single weekend. I rarely review anything either but this book really deserves attention. Excellent story, great characters, very well written, thanks!
September 30, 2024
not interesting
To from the point of view of a whiny highschooler.
Parents are in love, but don’t really get along. Each of the kids has a different dysfunction.
I only made it 30% through before I gave up on what was pretty boring book.
Do not recommend .
On a positive note spelling, punctuation and formatting are good.
To from the point of view of a whiny highschooler.
Parents are in love, but don’t really get along. Each of the kids has a different dysfunction.
I only made it 30% through before I gave up on what was pretty boring book.
Do not recommend .
On a positive note spelling, punctuation and formatting are good.
May 7, 2019
Average
I’m not currently having a lot of luck with my purchases from Amazon. The books sound good, but once I start reading it quickly becomes apparent that the stories are really average, hence the few stars. This story was no exception.
I’m not currently having a lot of luck with my purchases from Amazon. The books sound good, but once I start reading it quickly becomes apparent that the stories are really average, hence the few stars. This story was no exception.
August 21, 2019
Great start for this series
I would recommend this one to others to read. I like that its a family trying to survive, that's lots more ideal than a lot of other survivor books. I enjoyed this first one and look forward to going forward with this group. Caves are a great idea!
I would recommend this one to others to read. I like that its a family trying to survive, that's lots more ideal than a lot of other survivor books. I enjoyed this first one and look forward to going forward with this group. Caves are a great idea!
August 26, 2019
Good story
A thoroughly enjoyable read. It makes the readers realize that sometimes parents do know best. Looking forward to reading the next installment. I have the feeling that it may be even better than this one.
A thoroughly enjoyable read. It makes the readers realize that sometimes parents do know best. Looking forward to reading the next installment. I have the feeling that it may be even better than this one.
October 19, 2019
Not too Shabby!!
Actually, this book is quite good. It rolls along at a rather fast pace and it's one exciting scene after another from start to finish. I hope the sequel comes out soon. I enjoyed this story and characters immensely and I think most anyone would.
Actually, this book is quite good. It rolls along at a rather fast pace and it's one exciting scene after another from start to finish. I hope the sequel comes out soon. I enjoyed this story and characters immensely and I think most anyone would.
January 17, 2020
Too fantastic
I liked the plot line. However the kid is always in charge. It’s totally unrealistic and therefore became boring. Basically you’ve got a high school sophomore living with his dream girl (of one week) making the rules that his parents are happy to follow.
I liked the plot line. However the kid is always in charge. It’s totally unrealistic and therefore became boring. Basically you’ve got a high school sophomore living with his dream girl (of one week) making the rules that his parents are happy to follow.
October 31, 2020
Realistic revolution against our government
I thoroughly enjoyed reading about a rebellion against a government controlled society. It is frighteningly realistic. Could be tomorrow 's headlines.
I thoroughly enjoyed reading about a rebellion against a government controlled society. It is frighteningly realistic. Could be tomorrow 's headlines.
April 12, 2019
4 stars
Pretty quick reading with good prep information. Lots of action and an interesting plot. Lots of well written dialogue. Good book.
Pretty quick reading with good prep information. Lots of action and an interesting plot. Lots of well written dialogue. Good book.
June 20, 2019
Prepper Mountain review
Prepper Mountain is the first fast paced post apocalyptic survival book in The Bushwhackers series written by author Chris Bostic.
Prepper Mountain is the first fast paced post apocalyptic survival book in The Bushwhackers series written by author Chris Bostic.
July 23, 2019
Great reading! Enjoy!
This book is a great read. While it starts of a bit slowly, it picks up the pace quickly.
You can follow the characters as the realize what is happening with the world, while they grow up quickly, and you can empathize with their plight (especially if you have siblings). On to book 2 now!
Enjoy!
This book is a great read. While it starts of a bit slowly, it picks up the pace quickly.
You can follow the characters as the realize what is happening with the world, while they grow up quickly, and you can empathize with their plight (especially if you have siblings). On to book 2 now!
Enjoy!
July 30, 2019
Very griping story with excellent character development. This is a series where you'll want to read all of the books!
August 21, 2019
Good book
Would recommend this for reading. Interesting place and people. Looking forward to the next book in this series. Thank you
Would recommend this for reading. Interesting place and people. Looking forward to the next book in this series. Thank you
August 21, 2019
Good book
Read all of the books in order to really enjoy. Storyline continues to grow and develop. Characters are realistic and get better and better.
Read all of the books in order to really enjoy. Storyline continues to grow and develop. Characters are realistic and get better and better.
August 27, 2019
Great Adventure
Read this book in two days could not put it down great read. Can't wait for part two. Great adventure.
Read this book in two days could not put it down great read. Can't wait for part two. Great adventure.
September 3, 2019
Interesting!
Very good book. Not a lot of twist and turns. Different plot for this type of book. Hold your attention.
Very good book. Not a lot of twist and turns. Different plot for this type of book. Hold your attention.
September 10, 2019
Exciting
Lots of action and scary at times. Good people fighting against tyranny and loss of freedom.. Hope this never happens but it might!
Lots of action and scary at times. Good people fighting against tyranny and loss of freedom.. Hope this never happens but it might!
September 17, 2019
Good Read
I enjoy reading different aspects of how our world could fall apart and the people that plan and strive to survive.
Thank you!
I enjoy reading different aspects of how our world could fall apart and the people that plan and strive to survive.
Thank you!
October 27, 2019
Gets bogged down
Story is to involved with a young man's fancies, it's bogged down on his day dreaming. Leading a revolt should include all.
Story is to involved with a young man's fancies, it's bogged down on his day dreaming. Leading a revolt should include all.
February 4, 2020
Well written and a good story
Easy read, good story with interesting characters. Looking forward to the next one. Interesting perspective to the author's narration. Would reccomend
Easy read, good story with interesting characters. Looking forward to the next one. Interesting perspective to the author's narration. Would reccomend
May 11, 2020
Great read!
This book was great! I really enjoyed the point of view it is written from. Looking forward to the next in the serie. .
This book was great! I really enjoyed the point of view it is written from. Looking forward to the next in the serie. .
May 17, 2020
Good story
This is a good story about the end of the world as we know it. It is a young adult tale. There seems to be a lot of details.
This is a good story about the end of the world as we know it. It is a young adult tale. There seems to be a lot of details.
August 21, 2020
Outstanding
If you like seeing a different view of SHTF, this book is definitely a good read. I'm looking forward to reading more from this author.
If you like seeing a different view of SHTF, this book is definitely a good read. I'm looking forward to reading more from this author.
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