Ashfall by Mike Mullin

Rating: 5 out of 5.

What I Loved:

The survival instincts of Alex, our main character were so great, and his ingenuity of getting out of tough situations had me hooked.

How I Felt:

The idea of a Super Volcano ruining life as we know it had me a bit on edge. I felt like I needed to take notes for what-if scenarios.

To Read or Not To Read:

If you like stories of surviving in the aftermath of something. This is a good read for you.

Where To Find This Book:

Goodreads * Bookshop.org * Amazon


Ashfall is the first book in a trilogy following a young boy in the aftermath of a catastrophe. A super volcano has erupted with astounding damage to America. We watch as Alex survives the actual eruption as well as the immediate aftermath. He sets off on a journey across 2 States to find his parents. He meets different characters along the way, some are helpful, while others only mean harm. He struggles to survive with no car or food, and money has become useless. Can he survive the trip to find his family?

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