Review: EMP Aftermath Boxset 1- 6 by Grace Hamilton ~ The Avid Reader

Friday, September 5, 2025

Review: EMP Aftermath Boxset 1- 6 by Grace Hamilton

EMP Aftermath Boxset 1- 6

EMP Aftermath #1-6

by Grace Hamilton

Published: September 10, 2023

Genre: Dystopian, Science Fiction, Post-Apocalyptic

Blurb:

Society falls. Anarchy rises. Courage endures…

Laurel survived the collapse of civilization. In the aftermath of a devastating EMP disaster, she fought to turn Minneha Hospital into a place of refuge. Now, the hospital has become a beacon of hope—but a beacon can attract predators, too.

Predators like Arlo, the brutal leader of a ruthless gang. Desperate to save his dying son, Arlo takes over the hospital and gives Laurel an impossible ultimatum: save his terminally ill boy… Or watch everyone she cares for die.

Meanwhile, Laurel’s husband Bear continues his trek across Minnesota, alone save for his loyal dog, Jessamine. The last time he teamed up with a fellow survivor, he was betrayed and almost killed. Now he keeps to himself, as the remnants of society turn to violence and bloodshed in a savage fight for survival.

Bear can take care of himself—but it’s cold, and it’s getting colder. And if he wants to reach Laurel before winter hits, he’ll have to do the unthinkable.

He’ll have to trust someone…

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My Review:

EMP Aftermath is a captivating tale of a doctor's resilience in the face of a power outage. Laurel, the protagonist, stays on the job even as others abandon their posts, determined to care for her patients, including her mother, who is hospitalized with cancer.

This intense and mesmerizing story had me hooked from the start, as the author's exceptional world-building and vivid descriptions brought the narrative to life. The author's talent for storytelling is evident, and I found myself eagerly turning the pages, eager to see what would happen next.

The EMP Aftermath series has the potential to make a thrilling transition to the screen, whether as a movie or a TV show. The captivating premise and the author's ability to craft a compelling and immersive world make it a prime candidate for adaptation.

The characters in this dystopian tale are captivating, even the villains, who play a vital role.

I highly recommend checking out EMP Aftermath for an engaging adventure in this thrilling, post-apocalyptic world. It's a must-read for fans of the genre!