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Synopsis
A new post-apocalyptic survival thriller for fans of Kyla Stone, Bobby Akart, Jack Hunt, and Ryan Schow. The world is days from chaos. The truth could kill her first. When Dr. Tessa Courtland is called in on a top-secret government project, she knows it’s something big. But the truth is far more terrifying than she ever could’ve imagined.A massive asteroid is on course to skim past Earth, close enough to throw the world off balance and change life forever.And the government plans to keep it a secret, no matter the cost.Tessa wants to protect her family, but her conscience won’t let her stand by while millions remain in danger. When she pushes back, she becomes the next target. And she’s not the only one. Erin, once loyal to the coverup, is now expendable—and running for her life.As the asteroid hurtles closer and society edges toward collapse, their only chance of survival lies in the unthinkable: hoping the world-ending disaster will destroy the forces out to silence them.Can they survive long enough to save the people they love? Or will their choices destroy them all?From the bestselling author of Havoc in Wyoming comes a new post-apocalyptic survival adventure. Find out how far people will go to survive in a series perfect for fans of Kyla Stone, Bobby Akart, Jack Hunt, and Ryan Schow.Get it now!"Millie Copper strikes at the heart of the apocalypse with a unique blend of thrilling post-apocalyptic action and a wholesome, character-driven story." – Tara Ellis, bestselling author of First Impact and Flashpoint
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Is Countdown: A Post-Apocalyptic Survival Thriller appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 14 and up.
This post-apocalyptic thriller features government conspiracy, moderate action violence (chases, potential injury/death), and characters struggling with moral dilemmas. Some characters are targeted for elimination by government agents. Appropriate for mature teens and adults who enjoy survival thrillers.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include death, mass death, and government conspiracy (see the full list above).
Publisher ages reflect reading level; our rating reflects content maturity — they can differ.
Who'll love this
Teens who love high-stakes survival stories with strong female leads fighting government coverups will race through this fast-paced thriller.