When the rule of law fails, dishonest politicians get even dirtier. Shane and Julianna can't compete with the debased dictators of Jackson County unless they are willing to bend a few rules of their own.

Shane Black escaped the city by the skin of his teeth. But his well-stocked mountain retreat is now the target of a local despot who gained power through bribes, payoffs, and shady politics. Mayor Hayes had few scruples before the collapse. Now that he's the only law around, he's down-right ornery.

Road trips are always a bad idea in the apocalypse. But sometimes, it's the only option.

Shane's group spent a massive amount of resources battling it out with the corrupt local government. Without fuel to keep security patrols running, everything they fought for will be lost. Shane must head up a caravan in search of the vital commodity to keep the town alive. The trip promises peril at every turn, but if they don't go, everyone is dead anyway.

The new world is fertile ground for old feelings.

Julianna and Shane are forced to work together closely. Will her heart soften toward him or will she hang on to her grudge? Being so near to her, yet feeling pushed so far away proves to be a thorn of constant sorrow for Shane. Despite his heartache, he mustn't allow it to distract him from the mission at hand.

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As with all books by Mark Goodwin, this book contains no profanity and no embarrassing sex scenes. However, if you're offended by conservative principles and references to Scripture, this book might not be for you.