The Wars Not Won
Ruined Planet #1
by Kate L. Mary
Published: February 20, 2026
Publisher: Twisted Press, LLC
Genre: Science Fiction, Dystopian, Alien Invasion, Apocalyptic, Thriller, LGBTQ
Blurb:
A
volatile evening of family drama is interrupted by a surprise
earthquake, knocking out power to the entire city. Explosions ensue,
followed by the appearance of something no one can explain, plunging
the group into a high-stakes game of survival.
With fires
breaking out across the city and chaos in the streets, Marissa and
her loved ones must decide the best way to survive the night. Sit
tight and wait for help or try to escape on foot. Both are dangerous,
but not nearly as deadly as the things stalking the city...
An
emotional apocalyptic thriller for fans of Cloverfield,
Super 8, and Bird
Box.
My Review:
Marissa and her spouse, India, host a dinner for her mother, Sylvia; her aunt, Kenzie; and her sister, Krystin, when suddenly an earthquake strikes. The lights go out, internet access is lost, and blasts erupt all around, igniting fires and leaving a scene of utter turmoil.
Unsure of how to proceed, Marissa and her family contemplate whether to remain indoors or venture out into the streets. After weighing their options, they opt to face the uncertainty outside, where pandemonium escalates, and peril awaits them the moment they exit their apartment.
I thoroughly enjoyed the first book in the Ruined Planet series, The Wars Not Won by Kate L. Mary. The gripping uncertainty held me captive as they left the safety of their home to confront whatever lay ahead.
The Wars Not Won brought to mind War of the Worlds (2005), featuring Tom Cruise, Dakota Fanning, and Justin Chatwin. I adore this film and could watch it repeatedly. I would love to see The Wars Not Won transformed into a television series.
The descriptions were so vividly crafted that I had no trouble envisioning the scenes in my mind as if I were watching a show. It felt incredibly real, as though I were a part of the story.
If you enjoy sci-fi films or series similar to this, you will undoubtedly fall in love with The Wars Not Won from the very start, just as I did. So make sure to pick up your copy of The Wars Not Won today to embark on a fresh adventure in the world of the Ruined Planet!
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