Walking in the Rain Series by William Allen

Sixteen year old Luke was trapped in Chicago when the lights went out and civilization began to unravel. Determined to get home to his family, Luke begins a thousand mile odyssey that will show him the depths of human depravity while also giving him a chance at redemption. In an abandoned house in Missouri, Luke makes a discovery that changes the way he acts and feels as the suffering of another forces him to fight yet again... moreSixteen year old Luke was trapped in Chicago when the lights went out and civilization began to unravel. Determined to get home to his family, Luke begins a thousand mile odyssey that will show him the depths of human depravity while also giving him a chance at redemption. In an abandoned house in Missouri, Luke makes a discovery that changes the way he acts and feels as the suffering of another forces him to fight yet again. Luke is already haunted by what he has seen, and he fears what is yet to come as he takes on a partner in his travels. This is not a romance tale, or a zombie story, or a book about the end of the world. The world will still be here after civilization falls. This is a story about a boy who becomes a man in the most trying of times, and this story is filled with the violence of those lawless times. Look for Home Fires Burning, Book Two of the Walking in the Rain saga, just released exclusively here on Amazon. less

After a memorable meeting on the road, survivors Luke and Amy head for a possible sanctuary as their new friends extend an invitation. Able to rest easy for the first time in months, Luke soon discovers he will have to fight once again for his life and to protect this safe haven. Learn more about Luke's past, his fateful flight from Chicago, and just how far he is willing to go to protect his friends and the one he loves.

Amy and Luke have survived four months in a savage land completely disrupted by the massive power outage, but this last leg of their journey will demand all of their courage as the pair navigate a desperate landscape. Now, new factions begin to take action and sudden violence signals a change in someone’s policies. As they begins this last sprint across a war torn countryside, Luke will need to reach deep for his last ounce of determination if he intends to ever make it home alive... moreAmy and Luke have survived four months in a savage land completely disrupted by the massive power outage, but this last leg of their journey will demand all of their courage as the pair navigate a desperate landscape. Now, new factions begin to take action and sudden violence signals a change in someone’s policies. As they begins this last sprint across a war torn countryside, Luke will need to reach deep for his last ounce of determination if he intends to ever make it home alive. Learn more about Luke's past and find out some stunning truths about the government's plans for a future America. What is the endgame and who will live to see it unfold? And finally, will Luke and Amy's love endure, or will their travels together end with a bullet? Disclaimer: despite the relative youth of the two main characters, this is NOT a series aimed at the Young Adult crowd. This story, like the others in the series, address mature themes. This is the third book in a series that contains examples of gun violence, casual profanity, some mature sexual content and references to drug use and underage drinking. less

Luke and Amy arrive at the Messner ranch to discover not everything has gone according to plan. Reunited with his family, and bringing new friends into the fold, Luke works hard to forget the horrors of their journey and make a fresh start with Amy. But others have plans as well, and Luke discovers there is no real safety in this new world. When the lights go out, the rats come out to play... moreLuke and Amy arrive at the Messner ranch to discover not everything has gone according to plan. Reunited with his family, and bringing new friends into the fold, Luke works hard to forget the horrors of their journey and make a fresh start with Amy. But others have plans as well, and Luke discovers there is no real safety in this new world. When the lights go out, the rats come out to play. Join Luke and Amy In their latest adventure, and then for a limited time, e-mail the author at walkingintherain6@gmail.com for a free advanced reading copy of "Going for the Horse Doc". This 15,000 short story is sure to please readers and follows the events in Dark Sky Thunder. The free promotion is only available for 30 days following the release of Dark Sky Thunder, so get your copy now. less