Another good survival story
344595
Not quite as good as Hatchet, as the struggle to survive is contrived to begin with. Military experts want him to go thru a similar experience while being observed so they can figure out how he was able to survive. They need to know what about him helped him the first time. What he teaches them could help others who might be in similar situations. When things go wrong Brian has new problems to solve. He is responsible for another person who has been struck by lightening and is in a coma. There is less focus on how painful and consuming hunger can be. More focus on making critical decisions. How to get the injured man back to civilization, building a raft, learning how to navigate on the river. There are periods where Brian is exhausted because he is trying to get to the trading post as fast as possible. He falls asleep, dreams and hallucinates for portions of this excursion. Still a good story. We will look for the next one in this series.
3564837
This is a good story of survival in a post plague world that is focused on the relationships of the people.  It is a pleasant read with a satisfying ending.
3003394
I really enjoyed this one.  I'm used to reading fantasy but decided to take a break and read something different.  I think this one would appeal to the preppers out there.  It's a story of what could happen when all the technology we're dependent on fails us while combining elements of natural disasters and world conflict.  Having survived through several hurricanes with no electricity for 2 weeks at a time and ice storms as well here in the South I was definitely able to relate to the struggles of the characters in this book when your way of life is turned upside down.

The ending wasn't what I was expecting.  I thought it was going in a different direction and was leading up to a sequel but I still enjoyed.
3454657
This is an amazing story of survival in what had to be horrendous conditions.  Well written and hard to put down.
3675602
Good book to read at the beach. If you are a fan of the survival type books, I think you will enjoy this.
Jernigan does turn out to be almost a super hero, but heck, that's fun sometimes.
This is not a "how to survive book" it is a "story" that I think you will enjoy.
2228192
Survival love story that kept me reading to see what superhuman feat would be possible next.  A bit unbelievable, but very satisfying, as the suspected twist became evident to end the story happily.
3346112
I have purchased all of this author's books on survival .  This was another great read and puts you right in the story.  Get it.
2796813
Interesting way to teach us more about preparedness and survival.  Currently reading Survivors which is another hit.  Good author, great information, from someone with lots of experience.  Looking forward to the next one.
442352
I love survival stories with people lost in the woods and this book doesn't disappoint on that level. I was right there in the Amazon with the caimans. the heat and humidity. But the story is multi-layered with physical survival, action, relationship, fantasy, and redemption. The main character is not particularly likable in the beginning, being a wealthy, neurotic, and reclusive author, but facing this life-threatening challenge brings out aspects of his self that had lain hidden. I am usually very good at predicting how a book will end, but this one surprised me. This is not just a book to read, then move on, but one to savor and ponder upon completion.
466075
The saga of Morgan and Tanner continues in Book 4 of The Survivalist series, Madness Rules.  As I have come to expect the story moves along quite well with a couple of unexpected twists.  Arthur's books are well written and the quality of publication and editing are a step above many offerings in this genre.

The book is a quick read.  For me, that happens when I pick it up and don't want to put it down because I want to find out what happens next.  I recommend series and also his non fiction books.
3199464
I enjoyed all the books published so far. I'm now waithing for book 8 to be published. I love the characters and the story line. It's an adventure I can get lost in. It's also a primer for prepper equipment and tactics from different perspectives. At least, that's what I get out of this series. I recommend them to any prepper who wants to be entertained for a while. Each chapter is like another little story but related to the others. The writing flows nicely in my opinion.
4466825
Very good story, a little too possible for my comfort.  This is a very well written story that remains in the plausible far more than most stories. The author does a good job describing events that could happen as accurately as possible, no overly dramatic impossible actions by superstar heroes.  The heroes in this story have flaws like the rest of us, uncertainties, and regrets.  I am very much looking forward to the next story.  This one will have you looking at you life a little differently.  Preppers won't look so crazy.  That's all I can write for now, I need to start building my home faraday cage and stocking up on supplies.  Buy the book, you won't be disappointed.  Just finished #3,  The story is keeping my attention.  Can't wait for #4 so I can see if the USA survives.  Note:  My book, my money, my opinion.  I think this series is a bit better than Extinction Cycle.
4571112
This book follows up well to the first book and still allows the characters to encounter some original challenges along the way while leaving you excited for the upcoming conclusion.  This book does not seem like simply a book to follow up just to make sales but a part of a larger story.  Still continues along the same idea of supplying the reader with some useful survival ideas.
1847196
The only thing that really disappointed me about this book was the shortness of it, but I suppose if the characters had been left without help for much longer they wouldn't have survived. Despite its brevity, between the characters' actions and the U.S. Coast Guard Approved Cold Water Survival Tips at the end, anyone who reads this book will be better prepared for his next water voyage.

Travis and his family go on a whale watching tour in the north Pacific when their boat is capsized by a rogue wave. He gets separated from the other passengers, but is able to team up with the captain's daughter, Marina, and with her knowledge and survival kit, and the encouragement of a seal, they are able to find shore and set up camp until they can be rescued. In addition to research specific to the story, author Terry Johnson clearly has vast experience both with water travel and extreme cold. Despite her expertise being in nature, or perhaps because of it, she has written an interesting story that not only entertains but also educates without being boring. My eldest daughter enjoyed reading this with me.
2985575
Interesting and fairly easy to read.  A lot of information about survival equipment and knowledge peppered throughout the story.  Not the greatest editing I've seen, but still easy to follow the story.  I'll be reading more of his work.
1766583
I've read a fair amount of survival stories.  This one was good, not great.  This one had a little more of anthropological angle than some, which was interesting.  Overall, this is a worthwhile read but perhaps not up to the level of other survival books like Unbroken.
4490173
A good to read a great challenge for better or worse rated a 5 only the strong self survive.as usual.