One Second After by William R. Forstchen

A Novel of the Aftermath

Set in a small North Carolina town, the story unfolds in the aftermath of a devastating electromagnetic pulse (EMP) attack that cripples the United States' infrastructure, plunging the nation into chaos. The narrative follows a retired Army colonel and his community as they grapple with the sudden collapse of modern technology, facing challenges such as food shortages, lawlessness, and the struggle to maintain order. As society unravels, the characters must confront moral dilemmas and make difficult decisions to ensure their survival in a world that has been thrust back into a pre-industrial age.

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