Pulse Effex Series by L.R. Burkard, Linore Rose Burkard

Andrea, Lexie and Sarah are ordinary teens until the day the world shut down.In this chilling Christian YA tale, the girls and their families must develop faith and grit to survive.But can they find the strength when society collapses and technology fails?PULSE takes readers into a heart-pounding future for America, while affirming the power of faith in the darkest of times.

Now that an EMP has sent the United States into a seeming Dark Age, society has fallen apart at the seams. Andrea, Lexie and Sarah must survive despite the loss of technology, electricity, and worse, the threats of marauders and lawless opportunists. The appearance of FEMA camps might be reassuring except that the military seem determined to force civilians to enter them... moreNow that an EMP has sent the United States into a seeming Dark Age, society has fallen apart at the seams. Andrea, Lexie and Sarah must survive despite the loss of technology, electricity, and worse, the threats of marauders and lawless opportunists. The appearance of FEMA camps might be reassuring except that the military seem determined to force civilians to enter them. Is the US government also a threat? Those who've survived the first months since the PULSE are either nearing the end of their resources, their wits, or their endurance. Only the few with enough RESILIENCE in heart or mind can continue to live without succumbing to the lure of the government camps or other dangers. Andrea and her family have the Martins and a growing community of survivors to help them get by. Lexie longs for the day when she and Blake can get married and have a family. That is, if they live long enough. Sarah and Richard hope to reach Aunt Susan's in Indiana; but what must they become to get there alive? And what will they find when they do? Can the US recover from the loss of technology before everyone and everything is destroyed? less

In this third installment of the PULSE EFFEX SERIES, foreign soldiers and fellow Americans gone rogue are just the beginning of what Andrea, Lexie and Sarah must face. Beneath the threat of nuclear strikes and guerrilla armies, the girls long for a free country in which to live--and love.Survival means resistance must give way to defiance. But can ordinary teens and their families withstand powerful forces and keep hope alive?EDITORIAL REVIEW: Ms... moreIn this third installment of the PULSE EFFEX SERIES, foreign soldiers and fellow Americans gone rogue are just the beginning of what Andrea, Lexie and Sarah must face. Beneath the threat of nuclear strikes and guerrilla armies, the girls long for a free country in which to live--and love.Survival means resistance must give way to defiance. But can ordinary teens and their families withstand powerful forces and keep hope alive?EDITORIAL REVIEW: Ms. Burkard is to be commended for her amazing storytelling - and for portraying how God strengthens his people and gives hope in the darkest hour. In Defiance, the riveting story continues with even greater urgency as the characters face ever-increasing challenges in their struggle to survive the aftermath of the EMP. Whether or not one agrees with the characters' choices and actions, this story will get readers squarely into the action. The series is a clarion call to be both spiritually and physically ready for whatever may come! ANGELA L. WALSH, Publisher and Editor Christian Library JournalA POST-APOCALYPTIC TALE FOR YOUNG PEOPLE AND ADULTS SUSAN K. STEWART, Author, Vine VoiceTHIS SERIES DELIVERS! L. Burkard has proven that it's not profanity and sex that makes an intriguing read. With her Pulse Effex Series, she delivers action, adventure, and suspense that will captivate readers of all ages!" MARK GOODWIN, Podcaster and Author of The Days of Noah SeriesThis is my first post-apocalyptic dystopian series and it will not be my last--especially if they are written by Ms. Burkard! Each story, each character grips you and holds you so tight, you can't stop thinking about them long after the book is finished. It's been a long time since I've been so engrossed in a story and so deeply involved with its characters. I can't wait for more from this author. MARYLU TYNDALL, Award-winning author of When Angels CryCRACKLES WITH TENSION! Every book in The Pulse Effex Series hooks you from the very first scene and keeps you turning pages. Gritty, intense, and riveting, this is a reading experience that won't be easily forgotten. TERESA SLACK, Author of Joy RedefinedWHAT A CLIMACTIC ENDING! If that bit with Sarah & Richard doesn't get your heart pounding, you need to check your Pulse! NICOLE SAGER, Author of Inspirational FantasyBAR OF EXCELLENCE RAISED TO NEW HEIGHTS! L.R. Burkard is back with the next tale in her dystopian series, and the bar of excellence is raised to new heights with this top quality literary offering! DEENA PETERSON, Blogger, Book ReviewerBURKARD DOES NOT DISAPPOINT! Excellent writing, pure and simple! Warning: Do not begin this series if you have urgent things to attend to, because you WILL have difficulty putting it down! R.KAYE, Amazon ReviewerI LOVE YOUR PULSE SERIES! I've recommended it to my congregation! (And I don't recommend many books!) Thank you! PASTOR DAVID PERHAM, Former MarineGREAT SERIES! When I bought the first book, Pulse, I just happened to see it at the book store. Started reading and could not put it down. Couldn't wait for the second book, Resilience, and read it almost non-stop. And now the third in the series was awesome! DARYL STANDRICH, Amazon ReviewerIRRESISTIBLE PAGE TURNER! L.R. Burkard is a gifted writer and storyteller! Defiance, the third and final book of the apocalyptic Pulse series, is as fast-paced and exciting as the first two books. A great read! You must get this series. DIANE ARCHIBALD, Amazon ReviewerPERFECT FINALE TO A GREAT SERIES! I've waited for months for the final book in this series and I wasn't disappointed. SANDI CHRISTIAN, Amaz less