3rd edition, August 26th, 2013 A normal day at work turns into a man’s worst nightmare when the country is plunged into dark and dangerous times within a matter of minutes when an EMP is detonated over U.S. soil. He needs unconventional skills and resources to mount a daring and deceptive plan to retrieve his daughter who is away at college. He’s hundreds of miles away and it seems like thousands. It’s a trip he planned for, but a trip resulting in some unexpected and deadly events as chaos grips the country. There are more enemies than friends along the way and the journey becomes a fight for their lives. Their hope to make it home safely and move to a safe haven ends quickly. A rogue militia group has a different idea in mind. Both family and friends find themselves battling for freedom. Without technology, society begins to collapse. Without the basics to survive, people change. Without rule of law, it’s every person for them selves. They have Dark Days and Rough Roads ahead of them. Post apocalyptic and dystopian fans will love this book. Doomsday preppers and survivalists will value the ideas and knowledge loaded inside. Everything else aside, this book is pure entertainment. Gadgets and tactics aside, this is a book of pure fiction, with many references to actual places. I wrote this book after searching for a new water filter system for my home. I came across a survivalist web site, read a short story, and tackled my own. The story prospered and I tackled the daunting task of writig my first book. Self published, yes, with errors I'm sure, it is an entertainment piece meant to stimulate your thoughts, offer ideas, maybe help you prepare for a week or more of living without access to anything other than what you already have on hand. During my research I have looked at hundreds of maps, aerial photo's, researched locations and more so I could accurately state some fun little facts, such as "this town" manufactures "this item," and more. Enjoy the book, and enjoy the series.   Thank you! Matthew was born and raised in Southeast Michigan where he currently resides. He served in the U.S Army in both active duty and reserve capacities. Matthew is a former police officer and public safety officer with instructor ratings in chemical deterrent, self defense and use of force continuum. A wide range of activities fill his spare time to include firearms, sports, camping, watching auto racing, computers and reading. More about the books and author may be found at www.darkdaysbooks.com