This book takes place after a super-volcano erupts at Yellowstone Park area. (This is a real volcanic site that could erupt) The disturbance covers many states and Iowa is the location of the story. Alex stayed behind when his family went to visit his uncle on a farm near Galena, Illinois. That is the weekend when the volcano erupts.
The story is of his survival and journey to find his family without any transportation, food, or necessary supplies. Oh, and there is about 2 to 3 feet of ash from the volcano on the ground. On the way, he meets helpful people, bad guys, and just plain terrified people. Luckily, he is a black belt in karate and he can use it. (Makes me want to learn karate, this being 2012 and all.) Since this is a YA book, Alex meets a strong female character who will come along the rest of the journey. The ending looks like it could easily have a sequel.
This is a perfect total disaster book to start 2012. The author really did his homework on emergency preparedness or the lack of it. I really don't want to drink from the toilet if the water supply is cut off. I don't even know how to use my grill if the electicity is gone. Something to think about.
Of course you would read another post apocalypse book! :)
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