Aftermath: A Story of Survival (The Jimmy Walker Series) - Post-Apocalyptic Thriller Novel for Adults | Perfect for Book Clubs & Dystopian Fiction Fans

I came into the story around the middle of the first book but went back to the beginning and dug right in.As a former Sheriff Deputy and combat trained soldier, with training as a Medic and HazMat Technician, I felt I had a good grasp on what to expect from a book of this type. I was right and wrong.The author has done a SPECTACULAR job of thoroughly researching the topic and nuances to be expected when crafting a book that encompasses many different aspects of survival, combat, homesteading and overall personal growth in this book.One could certainly expect that the thought processes required, and a knowledge of the inner workings of a military mind, would be required to flesh out a book of this type, and if the author, Leann, wasn't a military trained woman, you'd never know it while digesting the words. That said, I'll say this: IF Leann hasn't been in the military and if she didn't have a very experienced person to coach her on the inner workings of a bunch of Small Unit Tactics, she's done a HELL OF A LOT of reading from many military manuals to glean the information to let the reader actually have a good feel for being present and participating in this (hopefully) fictitious story.After following along weekly until the very end, I was happy to discuss the book with Leann and she graciously sent me a personally signed copy of this first book.I count it as being my FAVORITE book and, in addition to reading the weekly entries, I have read "Aftermath, A Story of Survival" TWICE, now. It is THAT good!Thank you, Leann, for your efforts in bringing this most entertaining novel out for all to read!! I think I mentioned to you in our chats that you just might have a talent for writing! LOL.All kidding aside, Leann, you have done a GREAT job and I continue to enjoy every single weekly contribution towards your next book that carryies on this story. I count you as a Very GOOD Friend, Ma'am!!God Bless you and yours AND your Furbabies.