Originally reviewed 6/14/09
Description:
What is the foundation of our civilization? asks Stirling (Conquistador) in this rousing tale of the aftermath of an uncanny event, "the Change," that renders electronics and explosives (including firearms) inoperative. As American society disintegrates, without either a government able to maintain order or an economy capable of sustaining a large population, most of the world dies off from a combination of famine, plague, brigandage and just plain bad luck. The survivors are those who adapt most quickly, either by making it to the country and growing their own crops—or by taking those crops from others by force. Chief among the latter is a former professor of medieval history with visions of empire, who sends bicycling hordes of street thugs into the countryside. Those opposing him include an ex-Marine bush pilot, who teams up with a Texas horse wrangler and a teenage Tolkien fanatic to create something very much like the Riders of Rohan.
My Thoughts:
My boyfriend really got into this series and recommended this to me, and I'm so glad I picked it up. It does start slow, but that's mainly because you are learning about the characters and learning about "the Change" and how it is effecting everyone. The story mainly centers on two different people, and how each of them work to protect and feed themselves, their friends, and their family. Really interesting and I'm looking foward to reading more!
Rating: B+
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