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Getting Out of Dodge: A Post Apocalyptic EMP Survival Thriller (Desperate Age Series, Book 2) Paperback – April 21, 2023
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With the fate of their twins hanging in the balance, Brooke and Ethan must brave the hostile environment of the great plains, face outlaws and bandits who have taken control of Dodge City, Kansas, and confront their inner demons to reunite with their loved ones.
Along the way, they make unlikely allies, discover secrets about the world they thought they knew, and uncover long-forgotten truths about themselves. Will they have what it takes to Get Out of Dodge and make it home or will their suffering be for naught?
Follow this desperate family as they navigate a grid-down world.
Getting Out of Dodge is book two in the Desperate Age Series.
- Print length268 pages
- LanguageEnglish
- Publication dateApril 21, 2023
- Dimensions5.5 x 0.61 x 8.5 inches
- ISBN-13979-8392126958
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- ASIN : B0C2S6B4N7
- Publisher : Independently published
- Publication date : April 21, 2023
- Language : English
- Print length : 268 pages
- ISBN-13 : 979-8392126958
- Item Weight : 11.7 ounces
- Dimensions : 5.5 x 0.61 x 8.5 inches
- Book 2 of 5 : Desperate Age
- Best Sellers Rank: #620,391 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #581 in Dystopian Fiction (Books)
- #807 in Post-Apocalyptic Science Fiction (Books)
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T. L. Payne is the author of more than 30 bestselling post-apocalyptic and survival thrillers. When not writing, T. L. enjoys hiking, fishing, and other outdoor activities in the Osage Hills of Oklahoma.
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Customers find the book's storyline engaging, with one review noting it keeps readers guessing until the end. Moreover, the book receives positive feedback for its readability and character development, with customers loving the characters.
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Customers enjoy the storyline of the book, finding it exciting with plenty of twists and turns in the plot, and one customer mentions it keeps you guessing right to the end.
"The story line is legit, especially in today’s mixed up world...." Read more
"Another exciting story with some great new characters, especially Jarrod and his sweet little companion. Finlay and his wife, wow just wow...." Read more
"...I do not enjoy that kind of plot. This story is believeable and you will enjoy it, too!..." Read more
"Once again well written and another story where average Americans without military training step up and rise to the challenge to defend themselves..." Read more
Customers find the book easy to read and appreciate it as part of a good series.
"This is a great series and this book is exceptional! I think the inclusion of Dodge City and the bit of history really added to its interest...." Read more
"It was a good read. There are moments when I can't help rolling my eyes but all in all a good continuation of the story." Read more
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"...Can't wait to read the next one in this series. Happy reading!" Read more
Customers love the characters in the book.
"Another exciting story with some great new characters, especially Jarrod and his sweet little companion. Finlay and his wife, wow just wow...." Read more
"...Wonderful, interesting characters. I also like that there are many good people introduced and they live to carry on...." Read more
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- Reviewed in the United States on April 1, 2025Format: KindleVerified PurchaseThe story line is legit, especially in today’s mixed up world. Waiting to see if it’s being invaded by China or the democrats working with Iran.
Too much hate coming out of them.
- Reviewed in the United States on July 26, 2023Format: KindleVerified PurchaseAnother exciting story with some great new characters, especially Jarrod and his sweet little companion. Finlay and his wife, wow just wow. Can't wait to read the next one in this series. Happy reading!
- Reviewed in the United States on May 25, 2023Format: KindleVerified PurchaseThis is a great series and this book is exceptional!
I think the inclusion of Dodge City and the bit of history really added to its interest. Wonderful, interesting characters.
I also like that there are many good people introduced and they live to carry on. I just finished a series where all good people were killed off in a day or two. I do not enjoy that kind of plot.
This story is believeable and you will enjoy it, too!
It is not without tragedy and violence but sometimes the good guys win.
It does need minor editing.
- Reviewed in the United States on June 1, 2023Format: KindleVerified PurchaseOnce again well written and another story where average Americans without military training step up and rise to the challenge to defend themselves and those around them. As a 76 year combat Vet myself I enjoy those stories where military vets lead the charge against tyranny and oppression but I really enjoy stories such as these where it is that average citizen fighting back, demonstrate the real spirit that makes America the country it is! Well done and keep these stories comming!
- Reviewed in the United States on June 25, 2023Format: KindleVerified PurchaseSixteen years ago I lived in Garden City and drove to Dodge once a week for about 2 years. The joke of getting out of Dodge never grew old. I've read a number of EMP books but I liked the way you went about writing the one. The characters and story line was woven well together, making this an enjoyable reading experience. I highly recommend this to EMP readers.
- Reviewed in the United States on May 10, 2023Format: KindleVerified PurchasePremise for the story line is reasonable and character development is well done. Occasionally the plot drifts toward the unlikely, but for the most part, story development is reasonable.
- Reviewed in the United States on November 17, 2024Format: KindleVerified PurchaseI know I would not survive very long in a world like this but I enjoy reading about the strength and ingenuity of people that do survive.
- Reviewed in the United States on June 28, 2023Format: KindleVerified PurchaseThis book was definitely not as good as the first . The main character, really got on my last nerve with her constant weeping and whining about wanting to see her "babies" who we found out were spoiled brats in the care of her inlaws. Her poor husband was constantly in danger from trying to keep her from doing something stupid and trying to fulfill her demands to get her home asap no matter what. She was so annoying that I won't try to read the next book in the series. Sorry!
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- sandiReviewed in Australia on May 26, 2023
5.0 out of 5 stars another good read
Format: KindleVerified PurchaseI’m enjoying this series. The characters are likeable and the story is flowing well. I’m looking forward to the next book.
- williamvxReviewed in Canada on May 18, 2023
5.0 out of 5 stars Great reading
Format: KindleVerified PurchaseIf you like suspense and thrilling action this series of novels will keep you entertained. This is better than Tom Clancy.
- redangelReviewed in Australia on May 24, 2023
4.0 out of 5 stars 👍
Format: KindleVerified PurchaseI enjoyed the book, the main thing with these apocalyptic books is that the next book is quick to come or you forget what the book is about, this series is good
- G. S.Reviewed in Canada on April 26, 2023
5.0 out of 5 stars GETTING OUT OF DODGE BOOK 2
Format: KindleVerified PurchaseSo well written. Exciting at every turn Ethan and Brooke have a long road ahead still. Findlay is definitely an old cowboy, loved reading about him thank you.