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  • The Borrowed World

  • A Novel of Post-Apocalyptic Collapse, Volume 1
  • By: Franklin Horton
  • Narrated by: Kevin Pierce
  • Length: 7 hrs and 54 mins
  • 4.3 out of 5 stars (45 ratings)

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By: Franklin Horton
Narrated by: Kevin Pierce
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In a night of devastating terror, ISIS operatives have unleashed a coordinated attack on America's infrastructure. Life as we know it in America grinds to a halt as the electrical grid collapses, communication networks are damaged, critical bridges and dams are destroyed, and major fuel refineries go up in massive fiery clouds. When the government responds by immediately halting fuel sales to the public, Jim Powell finds himself in a terrifying predicament - trapped five hundred miles from home with a group of coworkers.

With thousands of trapped travelers and scarce law enforcement, the miles between Jim and his family become a brutal gauntlet where the rules of civilized society no longer apply. As Jim puts his years of preparation and planning to the test, he is forced to ask himself if he has what it takes to make it home. Does he have the strength - the brutality - required to meet this new world toe-to-toe?

©2015 Franklin Horton (P)2015 Franklin Horton

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Realistic and thought provoking

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Yes, for sure a realistic encounter of major terrorist attack or apocalyptic event, interesting based on real people going about their business: When ...hits the fan; most enjoyable and thought provoking made me realise I am not prepared even for a short period. Delivered with great characters, narration kept me absorbed so much so went on to book 2 and 3 and enjoyed them all immensely. So for a more realistic end of Days Type Story this is a must. 4 stars.

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Great read

Good book to make you think and a great story. Good characters and thought put into the disaster

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great book

Another great book from a great author, I definitely recommend a listen if you like post apocalyptic or action books.

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Awesome read

Captivated from the first chapter. Kevin Pearce makes it all that much more pleasurable to listen to.

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Well done

If you like prepper fiction, this is one of the best I've found.
For this genre this book has very few if any plot holes. Characters are well developed. Scenarios are plausible and a bit frightening.
Gear used is realistic. The author isn't too preachy. Narration is well done.

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