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Dustfall #1
Dustfall - Shadows of a Lost Age
In a ravaged tribe on the edge of humanity, the suspicious death of a chief thrusts a man into a dark realm for which he is unprepared.
A new post-apocalyptic series chronicling one man's challenge and his epic quest to save what remains of humanity.
A new post-apocalyptic series chronicling one man's challenge and his epic quest to save what remains of humanity.
400 pages, Paperback
First published April 4, 2017
About the author
J. Thorn
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I believe reading dark fiction can be healing. My overriding mission is to connect with you through my art, and I hope to inspire you to do the same. I’m a word architect and driven visionary. I’m obsessed with heavy metal, horror films and technology. And I admire strong people who are not afraid to speak their mind.
I grew up in an Irish Catholic, working class family and was the first to go to college. I didn’t have expensive toys, so I used my own imagination for entertainment. And then I abused alcohol for entertainment. I spent the first thirty years of my life convincing myself I wasn’t an addict and the last ten worrying about all the potential threats the substances hid from me.
Anxiety and depression are always hiding in the corner, waiting to jump me when I start to feel happiness.
I had to break through family programming and accept the role of the black sheep. In my 30s I started writing horror and formed a heavy metal band while my family rolled their eyes, sighed and waited for the “phase” to end.
I spent years paralyzing myself with self-loathing and criticism, keeping my creativity smothered and hidden from the rest of the world. I worked a job I hated because that’s what Irish Catholic fathers do. They don’t express themselves, they pay the damn mortgage. I may have left my guilt and faith behind long ago, but the scars remain.
My creativity is my release, my therapy and my place to work through it all. I haven’t had a drink in a long time, but the anxiety and depression are always lurking. Writing novels and songs keeps it at bay. I scream over anxiety with my microphone and I turn my guitar up loud enough to drown out the whispers of self-doubt.
I hope to leave a legacy of art that will continue to entertain and enrich lives long after I’m gone. I want others to see that you don’t have to conform to the mainstream to be fulfilled.
Don’t be afraid of the dark. Embrace it.
Experience:
By the end of 2014, J. Thorn will have published over one million words and sold over 100,000 ebooks, worldwide.
J. Thorn is a Top 100 Most Popular Author in Horror, Science Fiction, and Fantasy (Amazon Author Rank). In March of 2014 Thorn held the #5 position in Horror with his childhood idols Dean Koontz and Stephen King at #4 and #2 respectively. He is an official, active member of the Horror Writers Association and a member of the Great Lakes Association of Horror Writers. J. is a contributor to disinformation.com and a staff writer for HeavyPlanet.net as well as a founding board member of the Author Marketing Institute.
Thorn earned a B.A. in American History from the University of Pittsburgh and a M.A. from Duquesne University. He has spent the last twenty years researching mysticism and the occult in colonial American history.
I believe reading dark fiction can be healing. My overriding mission is to connect with you through my art, and I hope to inspire you to do the same. I’m a word architect and driven visionary. I’m obsessed with heavy metal, horror films and technology. And I admire strong people who are not afraid to speak their mind.
I grew up in an Irish Catholic, working class family and was the first to go to college. I didn’t have expensive toys, so I used my own imagination for entertainment. And then I abused alcohol for entertainment. I spent the first thirty years of my life convincing myself I wasn’t an addict and the last ten worrying about all the potential threats the substances hid from me.
Anxiety and depression are always hiding in the corner, waiting to jump me when I start to feel happiness.
I had to break through family programming and accept the role of the black sheep. In my 30s I started writing horror and formed a heavy metal band while my family rolled their eyes, sighed and waited for the “phase” to end.
I spent years paralyzing myself with self-loathing and criticism, keeping my creativity smothered and hidden from the rest of the world. I worked a job I hated because that’s what Irish Catholic fathers do. They don’t express themselves, they pay the damn mortgage. I may have left my guilt and faith behind long ago, but the scars remain.
My creativity is my release, my therapy and my place to work through it all. I haven’t had a drink in a long time, but the anxiety and depression are always lurking. Writing novels and songs keeps it at bay. I scream over anxiety with my microphone and I turn my guitar up loud enough to drown out the whispers of self-doubt.
I hope to leave a legacy of art that will continue to entertain and enrich lives long after I’m gone. I want others to see that you don’t have to conform to the mainstream to be fulfilled.
Don’t be afraid of the dark. Embrace it.
Experience:
By the end of 2014, J. Thorn will have published over one million words and sold over 100,000 ebooks, worldwide.
J. Thorn is a Top 100 Most Popular Author in Horror, Science Fiction, and Fantasy (Amazon Author Rank). In March of 2014 Thorn held the #5 position in Horror with his childhood idols Dean Koontz and Stephen King at #4 and #2 respectively. He is an official, active member of the Horror Writers Association and a member of the Great Lakes Association of Horror Writers. J. is a contributor to disinformation.com and a staff writer for HeavyPlanet.net as well as a founding board member of the Author Marketing Institute.
Thorn earned a B.A. in American History from the University of Pittsburgh and a M.A. from Duquesne University. He has spent the last twenty years researching mysticism and the occult in colonial American history.
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August 27, 2020
It’s amazing how the first few pages, even the first page, can make or break.
You begin reading and there is a niggling sense of confusion. You wonder what it is. It grows and soon produces frustration and annoyance. What does the author really mean? Do they know that such and such a word doesn't mean what they think it means?
At this point I generally decide it’s not worth the effort. I lose faith in the author. My trust in their ability to tell a good tale breaks down. After all, if they can't construct sentences competently where it really matters (the first page) why should I believe they know what they're doing in the rest of the book.
Let me break down exactly what is going wrong here.
The first paragraph:
‘The winds shift’, Judas said, as his son tossed another split log on the pile. The burning embers shifted under the weight, and sparks flared up into the air, briefly illuminating the darkened room.’
First, let's just notice that the verb 'to shift' is used twice in consecutive sentences. That's not a good look.
But, what is going on here. Well it seems like someone is adding a log to 'pile'. But then it seems that the ‘pile’ is really a fire. OK, first confusion. There is no actual mention of fire, but the ‘burning embers’ must be one, not just an inert ‘pile’.
Where are we? In a ‘darkened room’ that much seems unambiguous.
But in the very next paragraph we find that one of the characters is looking at some trees. Does he do this through a window? It doesn’t say.
There is some further conversation and some thoughts, then this:
‘… ‘Stack the logs and keep them behind the eave’… Jonah swung the axe, sweat rolling down his face…’
So it seems we are not in the ‘darkened room’ after all, but in some unspecified outside area. So, we wonder, how have we moved from the room? Has Jonah thrown a split log from outside onto the fire (which is presumably in the dark room since it briefly 'illuminated' it) and is he supposed to be feeding the fire or stacking wood?
In the forth paragraph Judas placed a ‘gnarled hand on his son’s shoulder.’ Judas is almost double the height of Jonah (which seems vastly improbable: what is he, a giant?) anyway, he is obviously standing. Yet further down the page we read that Judas, ‘looked up from the fire’ at Jonah.
So it seems that he is sitting down now? How did he get there?
We are not told during any of this where they are, who they are, whether it is night or day, if they are alone. It would have helped to know some or all of this information up front.
Then you get little quibbles like ‘another swing of the axe crushing a dried log’.
This just seems off to me: an axe would ‘split’ a dried log, not ‘crush’ it. After all ‘crush’ means ‘deform, pulverize, or force inwards by compressing forcefully.’ In other words to ‘crush’ means to affect the whole form whereas an axe would split and keep the two halves otherwise unimpaired.
It is around this point in any book that, given the number of oddities, I would begin to get annoyed.
It shows that the author hasn’t taken editing seriously, hasn’t considered or doesn't know the meaning of certain words, hasn't put the clarity for the reader as the first priority.
It gives me no confidence that the rest of the book will get better.
I bail.
You begin reading and there is a niggling sense of confusion. You wonder what it is. It grows and soon produces frustration and annoyance. What does the author really mean? Do they know that such and such a word doesn't mean what they think it means?
At this point I generally decide it’s not worth the effort. I lose faith in the author. My trust in their ability to tell a good tale breaks down. After all, if they can't construct sentences competently where it really matters (the first page) why should I believe they know what they're doing in the rest of the book.
Let me break down exactly what is going wrong here.
The first paragraph:
‘The winds shift’, Judas said, as his son tossed another split log on the pile. The burning embers shifted under the weight, and sparks flared up into the air, briefly illuminating the darkened room.’
First, let's just notice that the verb 'to shift' is used twice in consecutive sentences. That's not a good look.
But, what is going on here. Well it seems like someone is adding a log to 'pile'. But then it seems that the ‘pile’ is really a fire. OK, first confusion. There is no actual mention of fire, but the ‘burning embers’ must be one, not just an inert ‘pile’.
Where are we? In a ‘darkened room’ that much seems unambiguous.
But in the very next paragraph we find that one of the characters is looking at some trees. Does he do this through a window? It doesn’t say.
There is some further conversation and some thoughts, then this:
‘… ‘Stack the logs and keep them behind the eave’… Jonah swung the axe, sweat rolling down his face…’
So it seems we are not in the ‘darkened room’ after all, but in some unspecified outside area. So, we wonder, how have we moved from the room? Has Jonah thrown a split log from outside onto the fire (which is presumably in the dark room since it briefly 'illuminated' it) and is he supposed to be feeding the fire or stacking wood?
In the forth paragraph Judas placed a ‘gnarled hand on his son’s shoulder.’ Judas is almost double the height of Jonah (which seems vastly improbable: what is he, a giant?) anyway, he is obviously standing. Yet further down the page we read that Judas, ‘looked up from the fire’ at Jonah.
So it seems that he is sitting down now? How did he get there?
We are not told during any of this where they are, who they are, whether it is night or day, if they are alone. It would have helped to know some or all of this information up front.
Then you get little quibbles like ‘another swing of the axe crushing a dried log’.
This just seems off to me: an axe would ‘split’ a dried log, not ‘crush’ it. After all ‘crush’ means ‘deform, pulverize, or force inwards by compressing forcefully.’ In other words to ‘crush’ means to affect the whole form whereas an axe would split and keep the two halves otherwise unimpaired.
It is around this point in any book that, given the number of oddities, I would begin to get annoyed.
It shows that the author hasn’t taken editing seriously, hasn’t considered or doesn't know the meaning of certain words, hasn't put the clarity for the reader as the first priority.
It gives me no confidence that the rest of the book will get better.
I bail.
October 3, 2016
Workplace clicks re-imagined
Beyond the occasional spelling and grammatical errors that could be eliminated by a good editor, I found it easy to overlook them and dive into the plotline and conflicts. I really enjoyed how the author turned what we are presently experiencing into ancient folklore that occurs before "The Event". The true joy for me was reading how the authors describe the things that we take for granted in our modern society from a perspective of ignorance, lost knowledge, innocence, and a nomadic survival lifestyle.
I must confess that the end of the book seemed a little sudden and left me with many more questions than answers. But the characters are believable and the conflict they experience along their journey addresses universal challenges.
Beyond the occasional spelling and grammatical errors that could be eliminated by a good editor, I found it easy to overlook them and dive into the plotline and conflicts. I really enjoyed how the author turned what we are presently experiencing into ancient folklore that occurs before "The Event". The true joy for me was reading how the authors describe the things that we take for granted in our modern society from a perspective of ignorance, lost knowledge, innocence, and a nomadic survival lifestyle.
I must confess that the end of the book seemed a little sudden and left me with many more questions than answers. But the characters are believable and the conflict they experience along their journey addresses universal challenges.
September 27, 2022
It was alright, an indigenous/survivalist future timeline. Though somewhat inconsistent and not very believable, as somehow people still had fire but had lost the ability to use a stove to warm a home.
Also it was like the civilization was in a continuous decline for centuries. Which usually isn't the case.
But yeah, for an indigenous timeline it is perhaps borderline believable.
Basically follows a lone band on their southward migration part of the way.
Also it was like the civilization was in a continuous decline for centuries. Which usually isn't the case.
But yeah, for an indigenous timeline it is perhaps borderline believable.
Basically follows a lone band on their southward migration part of the way.
October 20, 2017
Interesting dystopian story so many years in the future that no one remembers exactly what caused life as we know it to end. The main characters are well developed while there is little to say about the world except that most metal objects, including cars, are turning to rust. I read a lot of apocalypse/dystopian books and while this one is good, it is not filled with action. Also, there were few surprises for me.
If you want a look at what out future would probably be like in the case of a non-zombie apocalypse, this is the book for you. I got this book from Amazon Unlimited.
If you want a look at what out future would probably be like in the case of a non-zombie apocalypse, this is the book for you. I got this book from Amazon Unlimited.
December 23, 2023
Character driven dystopia story of tribal/clan life in a future world without technology. The story tells of survival against nature and marauding tribes. There is internal conflict in the leader as well as external conflict from a deceiving interloper.
The pacing of the story is a bit plodding. I did enjoy it but it moved slowly. I will likely continue the series as I am interested in what happens to primary characters as well as the Elk clan.
Kevin Pierce is a wonderful narrator and makes the listening go well.
The pacing of the story is a bit plodding. I did enjoy it but it moved slowly. I will likely continue the series as I am interested in what happens to primary characters as well as the Elk clan.
Kevin Pierce is a wonderful narrator and makes the listening go well.
September 26, 2019
I have the omnibus edition of this series but wanted to say that book one is a brilliant start, where characters are formed and the plot well-defined.
It was a mixture of 'what was' before the Event, and how the generations later have had to adapt. It's about clans and power and divided opinions, and heroes and villains - no difference as far as humans go. Well-written with a wonderful sense of place, albeit and harsh one in many ways.
Highly recommended.
It was a mixture of 'what was' before the Event, and how the generations later have had to adapt. It's about clans and power and divided opinions, and heroes and villains - no difference as far as humans go. Well-written with a wonderful sense of place, albeit and harsh one in many ways.
Highly recommended.
July 24, 2025
I've been trying to branch out of my fantasy and Sci-Fi kick to things like zombies and post apocalyptic stuff and I was able to get this as an omnibus on Audible. I really enjoy the narrator Kevin Pierce and the flare he brings to it. I feel like it's pretty paint by numbers as far as world building and character development but it's done really well and I was invested in the little tribe right away. I'm glad it's an omnibus because I plan on powering through the entire thing.
October 12, 2017
I want to like this series but the lack of time to get into the characters and "tune in next week" kinda ending ruins it. Seems to be a money grab. Slap an acceptable story together and chop it up so people pay more to get the whole story. Seems like the kinda thing video game company's do with season passes these days. Moving on.
April 14, 2022
This first story in J. Thorn and Glynn James's post-apocalyptic saga of a tribe torn between long followed traditions and a young chief's willingness to do things differently is very well written. The characters are interesting, the challenges the tribe faces are believable and the questions the story raises are thought-provoking.
I look forward to discovering the rest of tale.
I look forward to discovering the rest of tale.
January 10, 2020
I am washing the dishes and have been listening to “after an apocalyptic event” books. Some book get turned of after a chapter or two. This one pulled me in. I love the mystery of not knowing what the event is. It’s in that journal for sure... got to keep listening keep reading :)
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
April 30, 2021
Great start to the series
I knew I'd like this book even before i started it, as it was recommended by a friend who also loves most things post-apocalyptic. I love the way it's of the future but reads like a book from the past. Give it a try, you won't be disappointed.
I knew I'd like this book even before i started it, as it was recommended by a friend who also loves most things post-apocalyptic. I love the way it's of the future but reads like a book from the past. Give it a try, you won't be disappointed.
October 27, 2021
This book is not flashy. It doesn't knock your socks off. It's just a good, solid story. "Shadows of a Lost Age" is a promising start to the"Dustfall" series. If the next four books are as good as this, I'm in for a fun ride. (Note: The version I read was from the full five book compendium.)
June 27, 2017
Loved it
Great characters and a well told story. Plenty of danger and excitement in this book. It looks to a future where man has returned to tribal living.
Great characters and a well told story. Plenty of danger and excitement in this book. It looks to a future where man has returned to tribal living.
July 25, 2017
Dustfall, Book One
This is about warriors who lead with strength and bruteforce. The good old boys club is alive and well despite those smart inciteful girls and women involved.
This is about warriors who lead with strength and bruteforce. The good old boys club is alive and well despite those smart inciteful girls and women involved.
March 18, 2019
Interesting
April 16, 2021
This was very different from the books I normally read/listen to. I enjoyed it, but was unsure in the beginning. Kevin Pearce as the narrator was a major plus!
October 28, 2022
I enjoyed the read. Different for my taste but I didn't mind it.
December 12, 2023
Unexpected
This caught me by surprise and I absolutely loved it. Very well written and gripping. Post apocalyptical and brilliant. It hit everything for me. These Authors have a new fan.
This caught me by surprise and I absolutely loved it. Very well written and gripping. Post apocalyptical and brilliant. It hit everything for me. These Authors have a new fan.
October 6, 2016
Gerth (Bear King), & Lieutenant Shykar, kept a very close eye on Gaston’s caravan.
Wytheville. Jonah (Chief Elk leader, Judas’ son, husband) called a meeting to order to welcome all the other 6 respective clan groups: Reed, Northern Forest, Eliz, Valley, & Harpeth & Bluestone.
The Elk clan members are: Corrun (elder), Rav, Myer, Rufus, Elder Noki, Cortesse (elder Noki’s sidekick, aka Mr. Ironballs), Decan, Gunney, Declan, Solomon, Seren, & Roke.
Sasha is Jonah’s wife.
Leta & Bjorn were welcomed to the group with certain stipulations.
The Cygoa clan, had attacked them. Both sides lost valuable warriors.
Children were killed also.
His father Judas (leader) & the Tyun clan had fought the Cygoa clan for many yrs.
Jonah took a few of his warriors & they were in hot pursuit of the Cygoa clan.
They would seek revenge.
Gaston (ex-clan member, new different clan leader) was going to send Gerth to kill Jonah.
The White Buffalos clan was about to battle it out with the Elk clan warriors: Jonah (leader), Gunney, Solomon, Keana (Jonah’s daughter), Roke brother, Seren (f), Sasha (Jonah’s mate, Gaston (leader), Gideon, Gerth (Gerty), Leta, Nera, Rav, & Ghafir.
Winter was upon them. How will they survive?
After a long journey the group finally arrived at the White Citadel.
5 clans of Wytheville:
Why did Corrun (Nikkt clan leader, Eliz) request Jonah to come see him?
Next stop would be Wytheville (town).
The Cygos clan was now going to attack Gaston’s group who had split from the Elks clan
I did not receive any type of compensation for reading & reviewing this book. While I receive free books from publishers & authors, I am under no obligation to write a positive review. Only an honest one.
A very awesome book cover, great font & writing style. A very well written Dark sci-fi book. It was very easy for me to read/follow from start/finish & never a dull moment. There were no grammar/typo errors, nor any repetitive or out of line sequence sentences. Lots of exciting scenarios, with several twists/turns & a large set of unique characters to keep track of. This could also make another great fantasy movie, animated cartoon, or better yet a mini TV series. Not my normal read but I but I kind of liked it. That said I will still rate it at 5 stars.
Thank you for the free Element 12 Ltd.; Amazon Digital Services LLC; book
Tony Parsons MSW (Washburn)
Wytheville. Jonah (Chief Elk leader, Judas’ son, husband) called a meeting to order to welcome all the other 6 respective clan groups: Reed, Northern Forest, Eliz, Valley, & Harpeth & Bluestone.
The Elk clan members are: Corrun (elder), Rav, Myer, Rufus, Elder Noki, Cortesse (elder Noki’s sidekick, aka Mr. Ironballs), Decan, Gunney, Declan, Solomon, Seren, & Roke.
Sasha is Jonah’s wife.
Leta & Bjorn were welcomed to the group with certain stipulations.
The Cygoa clan, had attacked them. Both sides lost valuable warriors.
Children were killed also.
His father Judas (leader) & the Tyun clan had fought the Cygoa clan for many yrs.
Jonah took a few of his warriors & they were in hot pursuit of the Cygoa clan.
They would seek revenge.
Gaston (ex-clan member, new different clan leader) was going to send Gerth to kill Jonah.
The White Buffalos clan was about to battle it out with the Elk clan warriors: Jonah (leader), Gunney, Solomon, Keana (Jonah’s daughter), Roke brother, Seren (f), Sasha (Jonah’s mate, Gaston (leader), Gideon, Gerth (Gerty), Leta, Nera, Rav, & Ghafir.
Winter was upon them. How will they survive?
After a long journey the group finally arrived at the White Citadel.
5 clans of Wytheville:
Why did Corrun (Nikkt clan leader, Eliz) request Jonah to come see him?
Next stop would be Wytheville (town).
The Cygos clan was now going to attack Gaston’s group who had split from the Elks clan
I did not receive any type of compensation for reading & reviewing this book. While I receive free books from publishers & authors, I am under no obligation to write a positive review. Only an honest one.
A very awesome book cover, great font & writing style. A very well written Dark sci-fi book. It was very easy for me to read/follow from start/finish & never a dull moment. There were no grammar/typo errors, nor any repetitive or out of line sequence sentences. Lots of exciting scenarios, with several twists/turns & a large set of unique characters to keep track of. This could also make another great fantasy movie, animated cartoon, or better yet a mini TV series. Not my normal read but I but I kind of liked it. That said I will still rate it at 5 stars.
Thank you for the free Element 12 Ltd.; Amazon Digital Services LLC; book
Tony Parsons MSW (Washburn)
August 15, 2016
Dustfall, Book One - Shadows of a Lost Age (Dustfall #1) by J. Thorn and Glynn James, belongs to that genre of post-apocalyptic novels where a nuclear exchange has decimated the planet. Humanity is reduced to a hand-to-mouth hunter-gatherer existence and it seems that the eventual extinction of the human race is a real possibility. People are living in any ruined structure they can find, and the only technology they have are swords and bows and arrows. Albert Einstein’s prediction has come true. “I know not with what weapons World War III will be fought, but World War IV will be fought with sticks and stones.”
We follow the fortunes of the Elk Clan, a small tribe of 150 people that has been migrating from north to south as long as anyone can remember to escape the winter and hopefully survive another year. This migration is not without its perils, not everyone who starts the journey is alive to complete it. It takes an iron-willed and iron-fisted leader to keep the clan together through all the trials they face.
Soon after our story starts, there is a dramatic change of leadership just before the annual migration is to begin. This throws the clan into turmoil and tries an untested new leader that was not expecting to fill that role quite so soon.
Dustfall touches on timeless issues that humanity is faced with, tradition versus modernity, the clash of generations, taking a risk for a possible better life, or just playing it safe and just being satisfied with what you’ve always had.
The authors have drawn a full cast of characters to pull us into the story. There is the new clan leader, Jonah, his wife and daughter, and the members of the clan. There is the expert teenage girl archer, Seren, who plays a critical role in crisis after crisis. The lone traveler, Gaston, who may be a good guy or a bad guy, playing political games behind the scene. There are other characters who play their parts, Seren’s brother Roke, the leaders of other clans, warriors of various loyalties, and a pack of wolves stacking the clan at the edge of the migration.
The book initially starts out slowly, but soon picks up speed and races to the final cliff-hanger ending. The series is off to a great start, and you will want to read the next book to discover how the plots intertwine and what happens next.
We follow the fortunes of the Elk Clan, a small tribe of 150 people that has been migrating from north to south as long as anyone can remember to escape the winter and hopefully survive another year. This migration is not without its perils, not everyone who starts the journey is alive to complete it. It takes an iron-willed and iron-fisted leader to keep the clan together through all the trials they face.
Soon after our story starts, there is a dramatic change of leadership just before the annual migration is to begin. This throws the clan into turmoil and tries an untested new leader that was not expecting to fill that role quite so soon.
Dustfall touches on timeless issues that humanity is faced with, tradition versus modernity, the clash of generations, taking a risk for a possible better life, or just playing it safe and just being satisfied with what you’ve always had.
The authors have drawn a full cast of characters to pull us into the story. There is the new clan leader, Jonah, his wife and daughter, and the members of the clan. There is the expert teenage girl archer, Seren, who plays a critical role in crisis after crisis. The lone traveler, Gaston, who may be a good guy or a bad guy, playing political games behind the scene. There are other characters who play their parts, Seren’s brother Roke, the leaders of other clans, warriors of various loyalties, and a pack of wolves stacking the clan at the edge of the migration.
The book initially starts out slowly, but soon picks up speed and races to the final cliff-hanger ending. The series is off to a great start, and you will want to read the next book to discover how the plots intertwine and what happens next.
August 11, 2016
Dustfall is a post-apocalyptic book about a clan of people living several hundred years after something known as the event. The clan leader suddenly dies leaving his inexperienced son in charge, just as they are about to make their yearly trek south for winter. With winter coming several weeks early, and the apperance of a mysterious lone traveler, Jonah must follow the truth of the journal passed down through his tribe since the event. As they travel the ancient road through centuries old crumbling infrastructure, they face many dangers, including a new truth which threatens to tear the clan apart. This was a fun fast read, and it kept my interest through the whole story. The book ends after several major events, which will continue in the next book, or books. I'm looking forward to reading the next book.
February 21, 2018
A JT/GJ SYFY Action Adventure (SOALA) (DB -1)
JT/GJ have penned a SYFY action adventure titled, "Shadows of a Lost Age), which open with a young woman on a hunt for food with a bow and arrow. Her biggest concerns are finding places to hide with water and food. She is part of a clan with a Wise One who knows of the past and what occurred. The information has been passed down for generations. The clans gather once a year for the trek to the old place. This is an excellent read for the genre.....DEHS
JT/GJ have penned a SYFY action adventure titled, "Shadows of a Lost Age), which open with a young woman on a hunt for food with a bow and arrow. Her biggest concerns are finding places to hide with water and food. She is part of a clan with a Wise One who knows of the past and what occurred. The information has been passed down for generations. The clans gather once a year for the trek to the old place. This is an excellent read for the genre.....DEHS
August 13, 2016
Great read !
This book was recommended by Bobby Adair and it was really great. I wasn't certain at the beginning but once you get in to the main flow of the book it was really interesting. I can't wait to see what happens to Jonah and the Elk clan and what is going to happen with Gaston , Seren, and Roke. It almost feels like 2 stories flowing into a cohesive blend . Can't wait for the next book!
This book was recommended by Bobby Adair and it was really great. I wasn't certain at the beginning but once you get in to the main flow of the book it was really interesting. I can't wait to see what happens to Jonah and the Elk clan and what is going to happen with Gaston , Seren, and Roke. It almost feels like 2 stories flowing into a cohesive blend . Can't wait for the next book!
May 31, 2019
I'll read any book set years after "the event"!
I wish "sometime after the event" would be the next big genre...so I swooned and grabbed this one. Won't be grabbing the second. Very little world building, I'm still trying to figure out what they ate and how, since they had no gardens. The 'hero' needs a swift kick in the keister. He just kinda drifts thru the story. Doesn't even ask to read the book? Sheesh. I did like the wolves ☺
I wish "sometime after the event" would be the next big genre...so I swooned and grabbed this one. Won't be grabbing the second. Very little world building, I'm still trying to figure out what they ate and how, since they had no gardens. The 'hero' needs a swift kick in the keister. He just kinda drifts thru the story. Doesn't even ask to read the book? Sheesh. I did like the wolves ☺
August 15, 2016
Excellent Book
This book takes two chapters to haul you in. Then the next 60 or so are a grand ride.
I Highly Recommend this one.
I received a copy in exchange for an honest review.
This book takes two chapters to haul you in. Then the next 60 or so are a grand ride.
I Highly Recommend this one.
I received a copy in exchange for an honest review.
October 30, 2016
A good start to a much anticipated series
A great story building up characters and scenes for what promises to be a classic post apocalyptic series. Just bought book 2 so I'm going to crack on with it as book 1 has a brilliant ending!
A great story building up characters and scenes for what promises to be a classic post apocalyptic series. Just bought book 2 so I'm going to crack on with it as book 1 has a brilliant ending!
December 29, 2016
Couldn't stop reading
Definitely an action packed, well written and edited first book in this series. Very unique story line. Characters are well developed. I'm anxious to read book 2. I would recommend this to anyone.
Definitely an action packed, well written and edited first book in this series. Very unique story line. Characters are well developed. I'm anxious to read book 2. I would recommend this to anyone.
August 6, 2016
Great read
Ate up the book in two days. Would have liked a longer book! That's a compliment and criticism. Strong buy.
Ate up the book in two days. Would have liked a longer book! That's a compliment and criticism. Strong buy.
August 12, 2016
Just couldn't get into it and ended up stopping at about 20%
August 25, 2016
Long after the apocalypse.
This is a very good read. There are some minor things that poked at me but these were easy to get over. Looking forward to book two.
This is a very good read. There are some minor things that poked at me but these were easy to get over. Looking forward to book two.
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