The Nuclear Winters series is a gripping four-book saga that delves into the harrowing aftermath of a global nuclear conflict triggered by an orbital electromagnetic pulse (EMP). The series unfolds amidst the devastation as humanity grapples with the brutal reality of nuclear winter and the struggle for survival in a world forever changed.
Book 1: Nuclear Winter
(TEOTWAWKI – The end of the world as we know it)
In the debut installment, readers are thrust into the darkest hour of humanity as a catastrophic global nuclear conflict unfolds. Led by US Army Colonel Thomas Bradley, a group of survivors seeks refuge within the Yucca Mountain Nuclear Waste Repository, navigating the challenges of post-apocalyptic existence while fending off relentless attacks from militant factions. As they confront the resurgence of nuclear winter and an unforeseen adversary in radioactive fallout, their future hangs in uncertainty.
Book 2: Nuclear Winter
Set against the backdrop of a shattered world, this installment immerses readers in the struggles of a small mining community taking shelter within the Yucca Mountain facility. Led by Colonel Bradley and his wife, the diverse group of survivors adapts to life underground, governed by martial law and facing constant threats from militant factions. Their unwavering hope for a better future drives them through two tumultuous years as they master the art of survival beneath the Earth’s surface.
Book 3: Nuclear Summer
As the survivors face a new phase in their battle for survival, the once-pervasive nuclear winter gives way to a fresh peril—storms driven by the wandering jet stream. Dividing into two groups, the survivors confront evolving threats while grappling with internal strife and the ever-present danger of nature’s forces. Amidst tragedy and uncertainty, their resilience and determination are put to the ultimate test.
Book 4: By the Sword
In the thrilling conclusion, six years have passed since the devastating EMP attack, and the survivors emerge from the nuclear winter to rebuild society. However, they remain locked in a relentless war against jihadist extremists seeking to establish an Islamic caliphate. Embracing the necessity of strength and force, the survivors forge alliances and embark on daring missions to protect their way of life. Sacrifice, courage, and determination define their struggle as they confront their most formidable enemy yet, knowing that the fate of humanity hangs in the balance.
The series weaves a tale of survival, resilience, and the indomitable human spirit against the backdrop of a world forever transformed by catastrophe. It explores themes of sacrifice, unity, and the moral complexities of rebuilding society amidst the ruins of civilization.
One pulse… and civilization crumbles. A catastrophic EMP attack plunges the world into darkness, igniting a global nuclear war that wipes out 90% of humanity. With law and order collapsing, survivors must fight not only for food and shelter—but for their lives. Colonel Thomas Bradley, a brilliant electronic warfare expert, leads a desperate group of survivors deep into the Yucca Mountain Nuclear Waste Repository. Inside the massive underground facility, they battle against dwindling resources, radioactive fallout, and relentless attacks from militant factions determined to take what little remains. But as the world outside succumbs to nuclear winter, new threats emerge. Violent storms carry lethal radiation, and a hidden enemy plots humanity’s final downfall. Can Bradley and his people hold their ground—or will their sanctuary become their tomb?
📌 Perfect for fans of One Second After, 77 Days in September, and Going Home.
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Two years after the EMP attack, nuclear winter still grips the world. The survivors in Yucca Mountain thought the worst was over—but the war is just beginning. As the radiation levels slowly drop, new enemies rise. From the ashes of civilization, a ruthless jihadist faction has emerged. Seeking to establish an Islamic caliphate in the heart of America, they launch a deadly campaign to seize control of the survivors’ last refuge. For Colonel Thomas Bradley and his people, survival is no longer enough—they must fight back. But when a young woman named Samantha discovers a horrifying truth about the enemy, the battle turns personal. Can the survivors defend their home, or will they be overrun by the forces determined to claim the wasteland as their own?📌 A gripping sequel to Nuclear Winter—perfect for fans of survival thrillers and military fiction.
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The nuclear winter has ended… but survival is far from certain.As the jet stream shifts and deadly storms sweep across the wasteland, the survivors of Yucca Mountain split into two factions: one group sets out to rebuild civilization, while another prepares for war.
Colonel Thomas Bradley leads an expedition into Las Vegas, searching for vital supplies in a city consumed by lawlessness and radiation. Meanwhile, a battle at the Hoover Dam will decide the fate of the survivors—but an incoming El Niño superstorm threatens to finish what the nuclear war started. As betrayals mount and enemies close in, who will survive the final summer of the apocalypse?
📌 For fans of Going Home, 77 Days in September, and Without Rule of Law.
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Six years after the EMP attack, war is the new reality. The nuclear winter is over, but peace is still a distant dream. The survivors at Yucca Mountain have rebuilt, but now face their most dangerous enemy yet: a jihadist army determined to claim the Western U.S. as their new caliphate.Colonel Thomas Bradley and his people must choose: stand and fight, or flee into the mountains. But when the enemy targets the Hoover Dam—the last major power source in the region—Bradley leads a final strike mission that will determine the fate of the survivors… and the future of what’s left of America.
📌 The pulse-pounding finale to the Nuclear Winter series.
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