Gunpowder & Embers
- 496 pages
- 18 hours of reading
In a world devastated thirty years ago by giant electrovoric ants and pterodons emerging from a rift in space-time, humanity struggles to survive without electricity. While some have adapted creatively, most live at subsistence levels. Chuck Gibson, a rancher content with his simple life, finds his destiny altered after encountering a mysterious dying stranger. This chance meeting propels him on a journey across America, joined by a warrior monk, a dragon tamer, a runaway cultist, and a mystic drunken lecher, all in search of a way to reclaim humanity's past and future. The narrative unfolds in a post-dystopian landscape filled with action, betrayal, and fantastical elements like dragons. Critics have praised the work for its fast-paced storytelling and engaging characters, highlighting the blend of adventure and emotional depth. The exploration of human resilience amid chaos and the quest for technological remnants raises questions about civilization's fate. Readers can expect a thrilling ride through a world where survival is paramount, and the struggle for yesterday's technology could ignite tomorrow's global conflict.