House of Gold written by Bud Macfarlane Jr. is awesome! I am a huge fan of Michael O'Brien's works and he and Bud are good friends. And one can see why these two are friends because they both know how to write a good apocalyptic thriller worth reading during the times in which we are living. House of Gold was published in 1999, keeping this in mind, Bud was writing essentially about Y2K. Being that we are past this event in history, some of the impact of this book is not as thrilling had it been read before Y2K. However, I have always enjoyed reading stories of survival when characters are forced back to the basics and through determination and providence are able to come out ahead despite the odds. Even though Y2K didn't happen, the effects of such an event could be caused by several other occurrences. Keeping this perspective while reading, I was able to embark upon a gripping tale of adventure. The only downside to this book is you might neglect your other duties and suffer from lack of sleep. I COULDN'T PUT IT DOWN!
Another incredible thing about the author is that he has founded an organization called Saint Jude Media and you can receive his books for free. A minimal donation is suggested but not necessary. House of Gold is the third book Macfarlane has written, and I believe his greatest work. His other two books need to be read in proper order, even though House of Gold shares similar characters, it can be read separate. However, I would recommend saving the best for last.
Write to Saint Jude Media
Box 26120
Fairview Park, OH 44126
A $1 to $12 donation is suggested per copy requested. His other books are Pierced by a Sword and Conceived without Sin.
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