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The Long Walk Home
Which would be worse? Suffering an EMP, Electromagnetic Pulse? Or finding out that you've fallen back into time, five hundred years. Beckett Gray thinks the world has ended because all indications lead him to believe that an EMP has struck, and he is woefully unprepared. His car and cellphone have died near the Appalachian Trail, in the Cumberland Gap National Park. Then he and several other hikers find out what has really happened! Will they survive this savage time? Can they find their home again? Or will they have to make a new home in an unforgiving time? They find out quickly that they are not welcome in this time and it is trying to kill them.
234 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 13, 2019
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May 11, 2025
IMAGINE IF YOU WERE DRAGGED INTO A PORTAL THAT SENT YOU BACK INTO THE PAST 500 YEARS
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IMAGINE IF YOU WERE DRAGGED INTO A PORTAL THAT SENT YOU BACK INTO THE PAST 500 YEARS WITH JUST THE CLOTHING ON YOUR BACK
Beckett Gray finds himself sitting on the highway with his car dead as a doornail with his cell phone just as dead. His first thought is that the U.S. had been attacked with an EMP and left him on foot with a week or more travel to walk home.
He stumbles onto a few people who are hiking along the Appalachian Trail and Cumberland Gap National Park who are unaware that they, too, have been transported into the past. It takes a while before they realize that it wasn't an EMP that caused their shift in time. It was a time portal in which they had stumbled into.
Beckett takes the lead and the responsibility to keep this little band of travelers safe. As much as it is impossible to protect everyone from the hardships of the trail keeping and keeping them away from all the native wildlife of that time and region, they lose a few members. But, they find themselves stumbling on a native Cherokee of 500 or so in the past who is tasked with helping them out of he's tribes territory or killing them so they don't spread disease among their tribe.
Dustu is a harden warrior tasked with removing what their tribe leaders believe to be an extreme danger to their lives and their surrounding tribal grounds. After a short time leading these foreigners, he finds them to be not much different than that of the members of his tribe and quickly becomes friends.
This is a very intriguing and action-packed story that will keep you on your toes throughout this book to find out what happens next. Its characters are everyday day people who you too will find yourself relating to. As in any sizable group of people, you'll find yourself liking some and disliking others.
I have enjoyed the books I have read so far from S.A. Ison, and this is one. If a great time travel, peace of fiction is something that interests you, you'll love this one.
Quotes:
"Being poor wasn't a thing to be ashamed of, it was something to become victorious over."
"His mother always said to listen to that small voice within, it was God's breath on your shoulder."
☆☆☆☆☆
IMAGINE IF YOU WERE DRAGGED INTO A PORTAL THAT SENT YOU BACK INTO THE PAST 500 YEARS WITH JUST THE CLOTHING ON YOUR BACK
Beckett Gray finds himself sitting on the highway with his car dead as a doornail with his cell phone just as dead. His first thought is that the U.S. had been attacked with an EMP and left him on foot with a week or more travel to walk home.
He stumbles onto a few people who are hiking along the Appalachian Trail and Cumberland Gap National Park who are unaware that they, too, have been transported into the past. It takes a while before they realize that it wasn't an EMP that caused their shift in time. It was a time portal in which they had stumbled into.
Beckett takes the lead and the responsibility to keep this little band of travelers safe. As much as it is impossible to protect everyone from the hardships of the trail keeping and keeping them away from all the native wildlife of that time and region, they lose a few members. But, they find themselves stumbling on a native Cherokee of 500 or so in the past who is tasked with helping them out of he's tribes territory or killing them so they don't spread disease among their tribe.
Dustu is a harden warrior tasked with removing what their tribe leaders believe to be an extreme danger to their lives and their surrounding tribal grounds. After a short time leading these foreigners, he finds them to be not much different than that of the members of his tribe and quickly becomes friends.
This is a very intriguing and action-packed story that will keep you on your toes throughout this book to find out what happens next. Its characters are everyday day people who you too will find yourself relating to. As in any sizable group of people, you'll find yourself liking some and disliking others.
I have enjoyed the books I have read so far from S.A. Ison, and this is one. If a great time travel, peace of fiction is something that interests you, you'll love this one.
Quotes:
"Being poor wasn't a thing to be ashamed of, it was something to become victorious over."
"His mother always said to listen to that small voice within, it was God's breath on your shoulder."
August 27, 2025
Yep. I would last about 1 day in the Native American land of 500 years ago.
So a bunch of peeps get EMP'd but actually end up 500 years in the past, in Indian Territory.
I like that the author gets straight into the story with no fart-arsing about. No ultra detailed descriptions of the characters or scenery. No padding the book out to keep the publishers happy. Some unlikely coincidences but, hey, it's fiction after all. I learned a lot too: like what a Life Straw is (I might get one for my camping trips) and what a beautiful knife the Henry Pikatti is (I want one, but gee they're expensive). I also learned a bit about the old rattlesnake. We are very "snake aware" here in Australia.
I liked the characters and the plot, but most of all, I liked the easy-to-read style of writing. Nothing that taxes the gray matter too much. Just what I wanted.
So a bunch of peeps get EMP'd but actually end up 500 years in the past, in Indian Territory.
I like that the author gets straight into the story with no fart-arsing about. No ultra detailed descriptions of the characters or scenery. No padding the book out to keep the publishers happy. Some unlikely coincidences but, hey, it's fiction after all. I learned a lot too: like what a Life Straw is (I might get one for my camping trips) and what a beautiful knife the Henry Pikatti is (I want one, but gee they're expensive). I also learned a bit about the old rattlesnake. We are very "snake aware" here in Australia.
I liked the characters and the plot, but most of all, I liked the easy-to-read style of writing. Nothing that taxes the gray matter too much. Just what I wanted.
September 2, 2024
Another really good one.
This one threw an exciting, adventurous curve ball! I hope you all will take the time to read this book, and will continue to explore this writer’s talents in other books. I know that I will!
This one threw an exciting, adventurous curve ball! I hope you all will take the time to read this book, and will continue to explore this writer’s talents in other books. I know that I will!
January 21, 2020
I was very pleasantly surprised by this book. Not an EMP book as it seemed to be at the start but more of a time travel book in the vein of "Brigadoon." This was also a nice length, standalone book, well written with good solid characters. This was a very enjoyable read.
March 20, 2024
Light reading for hiking
This story of survival is bittersweet. Hikers find themselves 500 years in the past. They band together to face Indians, mountain lions, the threats of nature, and a long walk home.
Just imagine.
This story of survival is bittersweet. Hikers find themselves 500 years in the past. They band together to face Indians, mountain lions, the threats of nature, and a long walk home.
Just imagine.
November 6, 2022
Very good!
July 18, 2025
a really good story
It was a nice touch to add the viewpoint of the people they meet on the past.
A little over sentimental at times but pretty good.
It was a nice touch to add the viewpoint of the people they meet on the past.
A little over sentimental at times but pretty good.
July 9, 2025
A very different time travel book.
What a great surprise in the time travel genre. The characters and plot line were easy to follow with tons of action and a lot of surprises. A really great read.
What a great surprise in the time travel genre. The characters and plot line were easy to follow with tons of action and a lot of surprises. A really great read.
July 30, 2020
I enjoyed this story. I sometimes found it confusing as the thoughts of the characters were often sloppily transitioned. Many typos, too many to excuse. But, the story was good. Wish it had been a bit more in depth and had a slightly different ending. As in characters had a meal together or something at the end. But, I enjoyed the characters and the author's creative story. The characters seemed real and I could relate to them and their struggles and even joys. Three stars for sloppiness in grammar and choppy changing back and forth between characters. The story did not end in a cliffhanger, and the ending was nice and realistic. Glad I read this adventure tale.
March 3, 2020
Very Engaging Story!
This author masterfully includes details of prepping, survival, friendship, and real life dangers into a fast-paced story. The characters realistically bond through adversity. A lot was packed into a relatively short book. I'd normally give it a 4, because it's not a long book, and there are so many REALLY good, 5 stars out there. However, The Long Walk Home gets a 5 for creativity, adventure, uniqueness, and making me keep thinking about it!
This author masterfully includes details of prepping, survival, friendship, and real life dangers into a fast-paced story. The characters realistically bond through adversity. A lot was packed into a relatively short book. I'd normally give it a 4, because it's not a long book, and there are so many REALLY good, 5 stars out there. However, The Long Walk Home gets a 5 for creativity, adventure, uniqueness, and making me keep thinking about it!
October 29, 2024
Great read! Loved it
Time travel is always fascinating. I began reading this book and found it difficult to put down. The scenarios and story were captivating and satisfying. My only concern is that as a society, we are so diverse in our relationships that it is somewhat disconcerting to me that it must be included in every story.
Time travel is always fascinating. I began reading this book and found it difficult to put down. The scenarios and story were captivating and satisfying. My only concern is that as a society, we are so diverse in our relationships that it is somewhat disconcerting to me that it must be included in every story.
December 1, 2021
Exciting and different
This story started like any other post apocalyptic story, however, the plot takes an unexpected twist almost right away. I couldn't put this book down until I finished it. Very satisfying read
This story started like any other post apocalyptic story, however, the plot takes an unexpected twist almost right away. I couldn't put this book down until I finished it. Very satisfying read
April 14, 2025
A fantastic read!
Apprehensive at first as concerned it would be a downer unwelcome in these very anxious times at hand. Was totally immersed in involvement of the characters brought to life by the author. Bravo!
Apprehensive at first as concerned it would be a downer unwelcome in these very anxious times at hand. Was totally immersed in involvement of the characters brought to life by the author. Bravo!
June 25, 2025
The concept of this book was interesting but the writing was gratuitously heavy on the swearing and a bit sloppy. The story was overly simplistic and lacked the character development and narrative tension that could have made this a standout book.
July 26, 2019
Riveting story
Mr I on is quickly becoming one of my favorite authors, and I'm saying that after only having read 2 of his books at this stage.
Mr I on is quickly becoming one of my favorite authors, and I'm saying that after only having read 2 of his books at this stage.
October 23, 2020
S.A. Ison clearly enjoys telling time travel stories! So far I've read three of his books and all were time travel related.
This story is about a group of people thrown back into time while hiking on the Appalachian trail. There's some conflict, some 'bad' people, some drama and also some romance! Overall-it's a good story. I enjoy the writing, it's easy to read and the characters are likeable. Interestingly, it does feel like a lot of time is spent on the looks of certain characters-but then other characters I feel like I had no idea what they were supposed to look like.
I do feel like the author overuses a few words (especially after reading multiple books...how many times can the male character 'waggle' their eyebrows??), but that doesn't necessarily take away my enjoyment of the book.
I would recommend this book and will continue to read through this author's books!
This story is about a group of people thrown back into time while hiking on the Appalachian trail. There's some conflict, some 'bad' people, some drama and also some romance! Overall-it's a good story. I enjoy the writing, it's easy to read and the characters are likeable. Interestingly, it does feel like a lot of time is spent on the looks of certain characters-but then other characters I feel like I had no idea what they were supposed to look like.
I do feel like the author overuses a few words (especially after reading multiple books...how many times can the male character 'waggle' their eyebrows??), but that doesn't necessarily take away my enjoyment of the book.
I would recommend this book and will continue to read through this author's books!
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
December 29, 2020
Another Very Entertaining Book
SA ISON is a very prolific writer! I have read three books now by this Author and they are all totally different! Subject matter all involving time travel but that is the only common thread. That said, I’m quickly heading back to the Kindle Unlimited site to download another ASAP.
A group of hikers find themselves 500 years in the past after their trail disappears and the IPhones stop working. What an imagination to write this story and watch as they try to bond in survival and also meet an Indian whose tribe deals with intruders like this every 7 years! Absolutely vivid and dramatic with a lot of ‘what if’ moments that might explain the disappearances of people in the State Parks.
SA ISON is a very prolific writer! I have read three books now by this Author and they are all totally different! Subject matter all involving time travel but that is the only common thread. That said, I’m quickly heading back to the Kindle Unlimited site to download another ASAP.
A group of hikers find themselves 500 years in the past after their trail disappears and the IPhones stop working. What an imagination to write this story and watch as they try to bond in survival and also meet an Indian whose tribe deals with intruders like this every 7 years! Absolutely vivid and dramatic with a lot of ‘what if’ moments that might explain the disappearances of people in the State Parks.
August 11, 2020
Exciting time travel adventure
This is one of the more believable TT stories I've read. The trials with nature seemed real, the descriptions dropped me into the story. Being a little familiar with the Appalachian Trail, though having never hiked, it really came alive. I loved Dustu and Beckett.
This is one of the more believable TT stories I've read. The trials with nature seemed real, the descriptions dropped me into the story. Being a little familiar with the Appalachian Trail, though having never hiked, it really came alive. I loved Dustu and Beckett.
September 4, 2020
By Martine Ritz,,
I felt every nerve wracking second along side of them!!
What an amazing journey....
Hoping for a sequel real soon!
I felt every nerve wracking second along side of them!!
What an amazing journey....
Hoping for a sequel real soon!
July 27, 2020
Great book
Very good read I stayed up till midnight to finish it. Simply couldn’t put it down. Would love more books like this well written and no spelling errors.
Very good read I stayed up till midnight to finish it. Simply couldn’t put it down. Would love more books like this well written and no spelling errors.
January 17, 2020
Another great book.
Well written tale. Exciting, adventures and stirring all kinds of emotions.
The characters are well defined and the scenery and advocate completely realistic. Looking for the next tale by S A Ison.
Well written tale. Exciting, adventures and stirring all kinds of emotions.
The characters are well defined and the scenery and advocate completely realistic. Looking for the next tale by S A Ison.
April 17, 2021
A good read
While the book is a little short it was a consistent story line which stayed strong throughout. I found myself wishing it was a series so I could read more. Definitely worth the read!
While the book is a little short it was a consistent story line which stayed strong throughout. I found myself wishing it was a series so I could read more. Definitely worth the read!
January 20, 2022
I kept reading this disaster because I had kind of enjoyed Lost in Time from S.A. Isson. For this book whoever was in charge of editing it should resign their position in shame.
Just a minor example of the issues with this book, the protagonist thinks they have gone through an EMP event because his phone and car died at the same time and he ran around asking people to check their phones. Some said they forgot to charge theirs, one after checking his just thought he might be too far out in the woods. If an EMP had hit the phones would not turn on at all, no one would think they were too far in the woods for their battery to work. His car died and later when he finds the car it starts again. But how, how did the car get there, if it did not move it should have been there for hundreds of years et...
Also if I had a dollar for every time a character uses Christ as an invective I could retire.
I will add this, Lost in Time was written after this book and its not too bad. It is no Robert Charles Wilson book but its not this pile of crap either. So maybe the author became a better writer and they just needed to get this bad book out to become better at their craft. So if you are considering this, skip it but maybe read Lost in Time instead.
The very very end was sweet but also predictable.
Just a minor example of the issues with this book, the protagonist thinks they have gone through an EMP event because his phone and car died at the same time and he ran around asking people to check their phones. Some said they forgot to charge theirs, one after checking his just thought he might be too far out in the woods. If an EMP had hit the phones would not turn on at all, no one would think they were too far in the woods for their battery to work. His car died and later when he finds the car it starts again. But how, how did the car get there, if it did not move it should have been there for hundreds of years et...
Also if I had a dollar for every time a character uses Christ as an invective I could retire.
I will add this, Lost in Time was written after this book and its not too bad. It is no Robert Charles Wilson book but its not this pile of crap either. So maybe the author became a better writer and they just needed to get this bad book out to become better at their craft. So if you are considering this, skip it but maybe read Lost in Time instead.
The very very end was sweet but also predictable.
May 2, 2022
Loved it
An interesting story. Highly unbelievable but very engrossing. An excellent work of fiction. The characters were interesting and entertaining. Well written.
An interesting story. Highly unbelievable but very engrossing. An excellent work of fiction. The characters were interesting and entertaining. Well written.
August 13, 2022
Excellent!!!
I enjoyed this book very much! The adventure and dealing with death and beautiful waterfalls and floral displays were second to none.
I hate snacks and were huge ones in the forest and wetlands.
Hearing the knowledge and feelings of each generation were magical.
I would definitely recommend this book.
I enjoyed this book very much! The adventure and dealing with death and beautiful waterfalls and floral displays were second to none.
I hate snacks and were huge ones in the forest and wetlands.
Hearing the knowledge and feelings of each generation were magical.
I would definitely recommend this book.
August 8, 2022
An easy read
Interesting story, not a “can’t put it down” kind of book, but definitely held my interest. Nice character development, and kept me guessing till the end what the conclusion would be.
Interesting story, not a “can’t put it down” kind of book, but definitely held my interest. Nice character development, and kept me guessing till the end what the conclusion would be.
March 18, 2021
Get Lost
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. Finally something new with an exciting plot and loveable characters. After I write this, I will be downloading the next in the series!!!
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. Finally something new with an exciting plot and loveable characters. After I write this, I will be downloading the next in the series!!!
July 27, 2022
long walk home
Not what I expected, but I enjoyed it very much. Read it straight through. The people are believable and very real. The situation is unique.
Not what I expected, but I enjoyed it very much. Read it straight through. The people are believable and very real. The situation is unique.
July 18, 2020
Pass
I hate to review a book and not have completed the whole thing but geez. I may have made it to chapter 2. His first thought when his car dies and his phone doesn’t work is ‘omg it’s an emp’ and immediately begins to have meltdown. As if that’s unbelievable enough, he gets the first 8 people he comes across to buy his malarkey. Then the section where I though I was reading a commercial for the Kelly kettle and the nail in the coffin was the main character thought to himself he would ‘hold up’ at home. Really?!? I just couldn’t read anymore, it was too painful.
I hate to review a book and not have completed the whole thing but geez. I may have made it to chapter 2. His first thought when his car dies and his phone doesn’t work is ‘omg it’s an emp’ and immediately begins to have meltdown. As if that’s unbelievable enough, he gets the first 8 people he comes across to buy his malarkey. Then the section where I though I was reading a commercial for the Kelly kettle and the nail in the coffin was the main character thought to himself he would ‘hold up’ at home. Really?!? I just couldn’t read anymore, it was too painful.
August 2, 2019
Very interesting concept.
In the Appalachian mountains a group of people come together who believe they've experienced an EMP. Turns out they are in a time bubble that appears every 7 years and they are 500 years in the past. They have to trust each other as well as a Native American of the time to get them back home. None of the usual let's kill everybody because we can nonsense, but real empathy and cooperation.
In the Appalachian mountains a group of people come together who believe they've experienced an EMP. Turns out they are in a time bubble that appears every 7 years and they are 500 years in the past. They have to trust each other as well as a Native American of the time to get them back home. None of the usual let's kill everybody because we can nonsense, but real empathy and cooperation.
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