Ashes Trilogy

William W. Johnstone

In the rugged American West, a lone figure emerges from the shadows, driven by a past shrouded in violence and loss. As he navigates a treacherous landscape, he finds himself entangled in a conflict that threatens to consume everything he holds dear. This gripping tale explores themes of survival, redemption, and the enduring spirit of those who dare to forge their own destiny against overwhelming odds. With a masterful hand, the author crafts a narrative rich in historical detail and raw emotion, pulling readers into a world where courage is tested and the line between justice and vengeance is blurred.

Ilsa J. Bick

When an electromagnetic pulse devastates the world, seventeen-year-old Alex—a girl running from a terminal diagnosis—finds herself thrust into a nightmarish new reality alongside Tom, a war-weary soldier, and Ellie, a fierce eight-year-old survivor. As civilization crumbles and the dead rise with terrifying new abilities, the unlikely trio must navigate a transformed landscape where the rules of survival have fundamentally changed. With some of the remaining population developing superhuman senses while others succumb to a horrifying transformation, Alex and her companions face impossible choices and mounting dangers at every turn. Ilsa J. Bick crafts a gripping post-apocalyptic thriller that explores what it means to fight for life when the world itself has become unrecognizable, blending intense action with deeply human moments of connection and sacrifice.

William W. Johnstone

In the desolate aftermath of nuclear war, a new world order struggles to emerge from the ashes of the old. Ben Raines, a survivor forged in the crucible of destruction, finds himself at the forefront of a desperate fight for freedom against a tyrannical government bent on total control. But as he rallies the remnants of humanity, a far more terrifying threat looms – an indestructible enemy poised to plunge the shattered world into an eternal hell. This gripping tale explores themes of survival, rebellion, and the enduring human spirit in the face of unimaginable devastation.

William W. Johnstone

In a world ravaged by war and chaos, legendary soldier Ben Raines stands as a beacon of hope, fighting not only for his own survival but for the very soul of a broken nation. Cut off from his SUSA Rebel forces, Raines finds himself the hunted, a prime target for the savage gangs that roam the desolate landscape. His journey takes him across a perilous America, from the ruins of Georgia to the harsh frontiers of West Texas, as he battles relentless enemies and strives to forge a new civilization from the ashes of the old. This gripping tale explores themes of resilience, leadership, and the enduring human spirit in the face of unimaginable adversity.

William W. Johnstone

In the desolate landscape of a post-World War III America, Ben Raines emerges as a beacon of hope, leading a desperate struggle for survival and rebirth. Amidst the ruins of civilization, he and his loyal followers confront not only the brutal Russian invaders but also a treacherous traitor within their own ranks. This gripping tale explores themes of resilience, leadership, and the enduring fight for freedom against overwhelming odds. As they battle to reclaim their homeland, the fate of a shattered nation rests on their courage and determination to rebuild from the ashes of war.

William W. Johnstone

In a world ravaged by germ and nuclear warfare, where plague and pillage have plunged civilization into bloody anarchy, the fate of humanity rests precariously on a fragile balance. This thrilling installment in the Ashes series plunges readers into an even faster-paced narrative, brimming with excitement and relentless action. As survivors navigate the treacherous ruins of a divided planet, they must confront the brutal realities of their new existence and fight for a future that seems increasingly out of reach. Prepare for a gripping journey through a post-apocalyptic landscape where hope is a scarce commodity and survival is the ultimate prize.

William W. Johnstone

In a post-apocalyptic America ravaged by nuclear war, a determined group of freedom fighters led by Ben Raines stands as the last bastion of hope. They face a dual threat: a ruthless Libyan terrorist bent on further destruction and terrifying hordes of flesh-eating mutants unleashed by the chaos. As they battle for survival against these monstrous forces, Raines and his rebels also strive to rebuild civilization from the ashes of the old world. This gripping tale plunges into the heart of a desperate struggle for humanity's future, where courage and resilience are tested against unimaginable horrors.

William W. Johnstone

In a world ravaged by nuclear and biological holocaust, Ben Raines leads a desperate fight for survival against the subhuman cannibals who now infest the urban wasteland. As he and his Rebels strive to rebuild civilization amidst the ruins, they must also confront the resurgence of prejudice and hatred embodied by the KKK. This gripping tale plunges readers into the heart of a brutal post-apocalyptic America, where the struggle for humanity's future is waged against both monstrous foes and the darkness within.

William W. Johnstone

In the aftermath of a world turned to ruin, Ben Raines and his ragged band press forward through the smoking rubble of what was once New York City. As danger closes in from every direction, their survival is tested by a relentless new threat—one that demands courage, hard choices, and unwavering faith in the face of overwhelming loss. Blending frontier grit with apocalyptic urgency, this installment of the Ashes series explores endurance, leadership under pressure, and the thin line between hope and despair. With William W. Johnstone’s fast-moving, high-stakes storytelling, readers are drawn into a brutal landscape where every step forward carries the weight of what’s been burned away.

William W. Johnstone

Ben Raines and his rebel forces press deeper into the smoking ruins of Dallas, where the war against the Night People demands ruthless choices and scorched-earth resolve. Barely escaping death, Ben is pulled into a larger conflict when a notorious death squad is dispatched by Matt Callahan—an old friend turned outlaw warlord. As Ben heads north, the pursuit tightens into a brutal, personal showdown that tests loyalty, survival instincts, and the cost of vengeance. In William W. Johnstone’s hard-edged, post-apocalyptic style, this installment blends frontier grit with survivalist action and a relentless focus on what it means to fight back when civilization is already ash.

William W. Johnstone

In a shattered America where civilization has been reduced to ruins and ruthless survival, Ben Raines and his band of rebels press on with a single purpose: to restore hope, order, and a future worth fighting for. As they move through a dangerous landscape along the Mississippi River, they must secure supplies, protect their people, and outmaneuver enemies who thrive on chaos. Blending high-stakes action with gritty frontier problem-solving, this installment explores what it takes to lead when every decision could mean life or death. Themes of resilience, loyalty, and rebuilding from the ground up drive the story in William W. Johnstone’s fast-paced, battle-forward style.

William W. Johnstone

In a post-apocalyptic America ravaged by nuclear war, chaos reigns as gangs and looters seize control of the devastated landscape. Amidst the despair, a dangerous religious cult rises, preying on the vulnerable and spreading its fanatical influence. Ben Raines, a reluctant leader, must rally the scattered survivors and fight not only for their immediate safety but for the very soul of a broken nation. As he battles external enemies and internal strife, Raines holds onto a fragile hope for a democratic future, even as the odds of rebuilding America seem impossibly slim.

William W. Johnstone

In a world ravaged by conflict, Ben Raines, a seasoned survivalist and leader of a rebel band, embarks on a perilous journey to hunt down the remnants of ruthless warlords and gangs. Their pursuit leads them to the unforgiving wilderness of Alaska, where the fight for survival intensifies. As they navigate treacherous landscapes and confront their enemies, the core themes of resilience, leadership, and the enduring struggle for freedom in a post-apocalyptic America take center stage. William W. Johnstone masterfully crafts a gripping narrative of courage against overwhelming odds, pushing his characters to their limits in the face of societal collapse.

William W. Johnstone

In a world ravaged by nuclear war, Ben Raines and his band of survivors stand as the last bastion against total annihilation. As they fight to rebuild civilization, they face relentless threats from desperate scavengers and ruthless warlords. This installment in the gripping post-apocalyptic series plunges readers into a desperate struggle for survival, where every decision carries the weight of humanity's future.

William W. Johnstone

In a world ravaged by apocalypse, where the remnants of humanity struggle for survival against brutal scavengers and ruthless cannibals, a glimmer of hope emerges. Ben Raines and the SUSA Rebels stand as the last bastion against the encroaching darkness, fighting to protect the fragile future of a broken continent. Their battle is not just for survival, but for the very soul of a post-apocalyptic Europe, threatened by the rise of a new, terrifying regime. This gripping saga plunges readers into a desperate struggle for freedom and humanity against overwhelming odds.

William W. Johnstone

In a shattered, post-apocalyptic world, Ben Raines and his rebel army collide with a ruthless Nazi force pushing relentlessly through South America toward America. Amid the chaos, mountain man Preacher stumbles into a fragile settlement just as the Pardee brothers and other predators close in, drawing him into a widening conspiracy that targets innocent pilgrims and demands impossible courage. As Smoke Jensen fights to protect gold-rich lands in the High Sierras and Brad Parker races to expose a plot that powerful institutions refuse to acknowledge, survival becomes inseparable from vengeance. Blending frontier grit, action-driven suspense, and sprawling villainy, this installment showcases William W. Johnstone’s fast, high-stakes survivalist style—where every alliance is temporary and every choice carries deadly consequences.

William W. Johnstone

In the aftermath of a devastating nuclear and biological holocaust, Ben Raines and his Rebel team struggle to keep a fragile peace alive while rebuilding a crime-free haven known as the Tri-State. As anarchists and malcontents press in from the outside, the group must defend its hard-won order and confront the moral costs of survival in a world where law has been reduced to force. Blending frontier grit with post-apocalyptic suspense, the story explores themes of community, leadership, and the thin line between justice and brutality. With William W. Johnstone’s fast-paced, action-driven style, this installment delivers a high-stakes fight for stability amid the chaos in the ashes.

William W. Johnstone

In the aftermath of a Great War that has left America in ruin, Ben Raines leads a rebel force through the smoking remains of once-great cities—places now corrupted by Night People and their brutal, cannibalistic rule. When a mission goes dangerously wrong, Ben is pulled into a deadly confrontation with an old friend turned warlord, forcing both men to choose between loyalty, survival, and the cost of victory. As the rebels adopt a scorched-earth strategy to drive the mutants out of hiding, the story intensifies into a relentless fight for control of the wasteland. Blending post-apocalyptic grit with hard-edged action and moral ambiguity, this installment explores themes of vengeance, leadership, and what it means to rebuild—or destroy—in a world where civilization has already burned.

William W. Johnstone

In a world ravaged by nuclear and biological holocaust, former Hellhound Ben Raines navigates the shattered remnants of the United States. As he journeys through the chaos, documenting the devastating aftermath of the bombs, he encounters a landscape of both despair and resilience. The narrative explores themes of survival, rebuilding, and the struggle to restore order in a post-apocalyptic wasteland. With action and elements of science fiction, this gripping tale follows one man's fight to make a difference in a broken nation.

William W. Johnstone

In a world ravaged by nuclear war, survival is a daily battle against the elements and desperate survivors. Ben Raines and his loyal band of fighters find themselves in a desperate struggle for humanity's future, facing relentless enemies and the harsh realities of a broken civilization. As they navigate treacherous landscapes and confront brutal adversaries, they must hold onto hope and fight for a chance to rebuild what was lost. This gripping post-apocalyptic saga explores themes of resilience, leadership, and the enduring human spirit in the face of utter devastation.

William W. Johnstone

In a world ravaged by conflict, the determined patriot army led by Ben Raines faces its greatest challenge yet. They must confront the overwhelming might of the USA, navigating a treacherous landscape of chaos and terrorism. This gripping narrative plunges readers into the heart of a desperate struggle for survival and freedom, where every decision carries the weight of the future. Experience a high-stakes battle against impossible odds, exploring themes of resilience, defiance, and the enduring human spirit in the face of overwhelming tyranny.

William W. Johnstone

In a world ravaged by nuclear war, Ben Raines and his determined band of rebels embark on a perilous journey to the heart of a devastated New York City. Their mission: to confront the Night People, a savage, cannibalistic mutant faction that has claimed the city as its own. Facing unimaginable horrors, Raines and his fighters must battle their way through the skeletal remains of skyscrapers, confronting the darkness that has consumed humanity. This gripping tale explores themes of survival, courage, and the enduring fight for civilization against overwhelming odds.

Carian Cole

A deeply emotional contemporary romance about two people drawn together by an undeniable connection—and the history, fears, and circumstances that threaten to keep them apart. As buried feelings rise to the surface, they must confront questions of trust, vulnerability, and whether love can overcome the ties that bind them. With passionate chemistry and heartfelt emotional stakes, the story explores healing, devotion, and the courage it takes to choose a future together.