During the coldest winter on record, an EMP destroys the nation’s power grid.No electricity. No cars or phones. No heat. The country is plunged into instant chaos.But for twenty-six-year-old Hannah Sheridan, it’s the best day of her life. For the last five years, she’s been the captive of a sadistic psychopath–until the EMP releases the lock of her prison.Battered but not broken, she emerges … but not broken, she emerges from her underground cell into a hostile winter landscape with nothing but the clothes on her back and her own determination to survive.
Reclusive ex-soldier Liam Cunningham is headed nowhere fast. He’d believed he was prepared for any disaster, until the EMP took everything he’d ever cared about in a matter of seconds.
Two hundred frozen, perilous miles stand between them and their destination in rural Michigan. But the killing cold isn’t the only threat, for Hannah’s captor isn’t about to let her go…
When the country goes dark, regular people find themselves facing the end of the world as they know it. With society collapsing before their eyes, they’ll have to risk everything to protect their home and the people they love.
Edge of Collapse is a gripping EMP apocalyptic thriller in the vein of One Second After. Featuring flawed, complex characters and explosive, heart-in-your-throat action, this EMP disaster/survival series perfect for fans of Ryan Schow, Grace Hamilton, Harley Tate, Jack Hunt, and Boyd Craven.
What reviewers are saying about Edge of Collapse:
“I started reading an EMP Apoc book and came out with so much more than I ever could have imagined! I’m pretty sure I read the majority of this book with my mouth hanging open in shock. Five stars!” -Amazon reviewer
“Intense and spellbinding, and you won’t want to put it down except to catch your breath!” -Amazon reviewer
“This one kept me on the edge of my seat, up past my bedtime with nonstop tension. I love post-apocalyptic fiction, and Kyla Stone is one of the best in this genre.” -Amazon reviewer
“I woke up at midnight to read this book when it released. Kyla you have once again outdone yourself with this series which is like non other I’ve read!” -Amazon reviewer
“Wow! What a story! A nail-biting apocalyptic end of the world scenario. Five stars!” -Amazon reviewer
“I absolutely loved the twist to the normal EMP story! What an action-packed and emotional story. I can’t wait to see what happens next.”-Amazon reviewer
“I am an avid post-apocalyptic reader, but this book combines that genre with a suspense/thriller component and is a step above the usual PA fiction. Five stars!” -Amazon reviewer
“A thrilling read from start to finish!” -Amazon reviewer
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533 Amazon reviews 88% 5 and 4 stars
1,200 Goodreads reviews Avg 4.3
So people liked this book.
It is an EMP post-apocalyptic thriller.
What I liked:
-It takes place in a snowy cold and remote location in upper Michigan.
-I liked the characters.
-I loved the action when the hero, ex-soldier Liam Coleman, enters the story.
-There are some interesting details, one I will never forget dealing with the heroine’s, Avery Sheridan, hand.
-CiCi was also a great character.
-Loved the action in the small town that the bad guys descend on.
-I liked the dog.
What I didn’t like:
-From 5% to about 25% it was boring. The whole story changed and picked up when the hero arrived.
-The ending SUCKED! I was expecting much more, some resolution to some story lies, I flipped to the next page-It’s over. I am very surprised more people didn’t ding it for that.
-She had no military experience, but in the acknowledgments, she says that she got some advice from someone, but it wasn’t solid. It was wrong in many areas, but small stuff, and it may be I am just too ticky tacky. Like he double-tapped everything. That is a discussion in itself, but if you have limited ammo, you do not shoot two shots when one could do the job.
-I felt some of the decisions made were not logical. I feel when they left CiCi, knowing a serial killer was out there was a death sentence for her, I felt when the bad guy rode up in the middle of a bunch of “Mad Max types” and waved his badge, that was crazy. And a couple of other things, but just an opinion, they may have done it.
I recommend the book:
With all of my complaining, I still like the book.
Loved this series, In many ways a standard PA town survival series but the characters are so good and the personal stories unparalleled in the genre.
Still waiting for the last book but I burned through the last 2 books in 3 days each.
This is a new author for me. First book I’ve read and will read the second book. Well written and a page turner.
In this story we are following a character who has many challenges to overcome. Hanna is an amazing character. She is strong despite her situation. The author does an amazing job keeping you glued to the book. She has plenty of twists and turns and thrilling action that you don’t want to stop listening.
The narrator does an excellent job bringing each character to life. You feel like you are the one trudging through the snow. Great audiobook. Must listen.
This is one of the best books I have read in a long while. It has it all. The best is the writing and Kyla Stone is showing us her best. Great plot and wonderful characters make this a for sure winner.
Do yourself a favor and read this one.
ONE UNPREDICTABLE WHIRLWIND!!!
Mercurial! Kyla blew me away with this refreshingly impressive spin, presenting this harrowing storyline and horrific plot, kicking ass and taking names, bursting this bad boy wide open. Satisfaction is an understatement, it doesn’t get any better than this. Anarchy, escapades and havoc run amuck, riding roughshod and fusing this baby together smoothly. Unveiling a foray of drama, intrigue, turmoil, abduction, torture, terrifying situations and mounting suspense, along with a boatload of danger, while dodging calamity, you have one mind-blowing adventure. Exhibiting thrilling scenario’s, ramping up the exuberance and adrenaline with such intensity and precision, blowing this gem into a tailspin with a life altering, mind-blowing culmination. Struggling through the trials and tribulations, along with shocking twists, stunning corners and tricky lines, testing our characters in ways they could have never anticipated. The characters are authentic and original with qualities and traits that transforms into amazing personalities. The scenes are strikingly sharp with abundant details and descriptions, as to give you a full understanding and realism that flows smoothly. Remarkable job Kyla, thanks for sharing this little guy with us.