After The Escape
Survivors of the New Dawn #2
by Grace Hamilton
Published: January 14, 2026
Genre: Dystopian, Science Fiction, Post-Apocalyptic, Thriller, Disaster Fiction
Blurb:
After
the world went dark, every road became a battlefield.
Before
the global EMP shattered the grid and sent civilization spiraling
into ruin, a single bullet could end a life. Now, it guarantees a
slow, agonizing death. Rob is bleeding out in a world without
doctors, medicine—or mercy. And time is running out.
Claire
has one mission: find help—fast. But in a lawless wasteland
crawling with killers, slavers, and scavengers, every step is a
gamble. Worse still, the Carringtons are hunting them, and they won’t
stop until Rob’s body is in the dirt.
When a brutal
militia razes the last refuge the Taylors called home, they're forced
to flee into the unknown, chasing desperate whispers of a hidden
sanctuary deep in the wilds of Washington State.
Along the
way, they encounter fellow survivors—each marked by trauma, each
with their own secrets. Trust is rare. Mistakes are fatal. And as
enemies close in from every direction, the Taylors must confront a
brutal truth: to survive in this world, it’s not just about how far
you’re willing to go…
It’s about what you’re
willing to become.
My Review:
Buckle up, readers, because the thrilling saga of the Survivors of the New Dawn continues in Grace Hamilton's latest installment, After The Escape! This captivating story picks up right where the first book, After the Fallout, left off, plunging us back into the lives of the resilient characters we've grown to love.
Claire, the protagonist, has finally reconnected with her beloved sister, Lydia, her father, Rob, and her son, Bobby. However, their reunion is bittersweet, as Rob has been gravely wounded and is in dire need of medical attention to stave off a life-threatening infection. Claire must act quickly to find a hospital that can save her father's life before it's too late.
But the group's troubles don't end there. They are now being hunted by Sophia's abusive father, who is hell-bent on reclaiming his daughter at any cost. Sophia, however, has no desire to return to her father's toxic clutches, having fled his cruelty and mistreatment of her and her family for years.
Adding to the already tense situation, Lydia has become entangled with one of the country's most powerful and ruthless families, who now demand her return – dead or alive. The stakes have never been higher as the Survivors of the New Dawn fight to protect their loved ones and secure their freedom.
After The Escape promises to be an exhilarating and page-turning continuation of this post-apocalyptic saga. Once you start reading, you'll be hard-pressed to put it down, as the characters' harrowing journey and the twists and turns of the plot will keep you on the edge of your seat. So, get ready to embark on another thrilling adventure with the Survivors of the New Dawn!
As I delved deeper into the captivating world of Claire, Alejandro, Lydia, Rob, Bobby, and Sophia, I found myself completely immersed in their stories. It felt as if I had become a part of their lives, a silent observer witnessing their triumphs and struggles firsthand. The more I read, the more I found myself captivated by their journeys, their resilience, and the intricate tapestry of their interconnected lives.
The Survivors of the New Dawn series has truly captured my heart, and I simply can't get enough of these engaging narratives. Each character has become a dear friend, their stories resonating with me on a profound level. I eagerly anticipate the opportunity to continue exploring their world, to see what new challenges and adventures await them.
I highly recommend that you embark on this thrilling journey alongside the Survivors of the New Dawn. Pick up a copy of After The Escape today and prepare to be swept away by the compelling tales of these remarkable individuals. Their stories will captivate you, leaving you craving more of their extraordinary experiences. Join me in delving into the depths of this captivating series and witness the remarkable resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.
