Ben, a microbiologist recently transferred from the Midwest, was driving to work just outside Boston when heavy traffic brought him to a standstill. He remained calm in his new car, knowing the Ma Pike is a commuter nightmare. Suddenly, a flash, and his car stopped. Seconds stretched into minutes, and like thousands of others, Ben stepped out. Confusion filled the air. Life had changed.

An EMP bomb is a real threat.

In the days that followed, Ben became a magnet for his family, friends, and neighbors. Together, they formed a collaborative-a matter of survival. Their group included laborers, teachers, state troopers, neurotic caregivers, and more.

In this gripping tale of action and romance, they struggle to find food and water. With the government collapsed and gangs running rampant, the best and worst of humanity surface. From start to finish, you'll be captivated by the diverse characters, now bound together in the fight for survival.