This was a strong sequel in the Lost Lake series, I thought it continued the story well and had that character element that I was looking for. I enjoyed the way Kate Hewitt wrote this and it left me wanting more. I thought the characters worked well overall and was enjoying the journey with them.

Thank you to Storm Publishing and Netgalley for the arc of this exciting read. What a page turner.
I never read book one of this duo however you can easily pick up from book2, as the author does a brilliant job of filling in to give you the background.
Daniel is now back with the family with their son, Sam. They're headed for Buffalo but will they get there and what will be their challenges?
The ending I had to say did have me she'd a few tears no spoilers here but it really pulled at my heart in so many ways, for an author to make you pass through so many emotions and be hugely drawn to the characters is brilliant writing.
I was highly invested in Daniel and Alex's story that I completely binge read this emotional rollercoaster of a book.
I can't praise the author high enough.
Kerry Kennedy Author

This is almost a vision of the future. Nuclear bombs and explosions leave the world in a state of pollution and death. It is very much person set against person trying to survive in an absolutely alien world where food isn’t safe, water may be poisoned and violence is about. The book is about the survival of one family and how they get through the months after they have to feel their home. It does look at how to live with noting, totally off grid and cope with that fear. The book is more about the family relationships, what people regret, how children grow before their time and get their own life within the whole. It isn’t for the feint hearted but is a book filled with love and understanding.

Katie Hewitt, you wrote such a darling story! I fell in love with the main character, and her story just gave me all the feels. I would love to sit and chat for coffee to hear all about how you came up with such an adorable story. Add this to your TBR lists.

Having been lucky enough to get an arc of the first book I was so excited to be picked to read The Midnight Hour and I was right to be excited!
The journey continues and the group head to try and find somewhere safe to settle, it is not plain sailing and they are all affected in different ways, emotionally and physically.
This really is a story of patience, hope and resilience and shows the depth of humanity.
An excellent example of how a good book is when written well.
Highly recommended

This book is absolutely terrifying, even given the uplifting conclusion. A well written story with great locales and historical points of interest and excellent off the page descriptions of the locales Daniel and his family traveled through, I loved the collection of people who became family, which captures your heart and mind. The examples of faults and forgiveness, indomitable spirit and personal drive carry the story. I pray that there are never true life events that come even close to what happened in this story. Every reader will walk away changed, hopefully in a solid way.
I highly recommend this book.
My thanks to Storm a publishing via NetGalley for the download copy of this book for review purposes.

Second book in the Lost Lake Series, I was wondering where this go after the first.
In an attempt not to ruin the first, let's just say the first book had a plot line I was NOT expecting, but resolved enough that I was surprised to see a seocnd.

While a good read and definitely entertaining, it felt like I was reading a different series. It reminds me of The Martian with the amount of storyline based on overcoming physical challenges to survive.

Still a very good book, I wish I had read them back to back and may have felt it was a 4 or 5 star book.


Thank you to NetGalley and Storm Publishing for the chance to read prior to publication in return for my honest review

I loved the first book in this series and had been hoping for a sequel. I'd been checking Netgalley for it as soon as I knew it was coming out and was desperately hoping I'd be approved. All that to say that I had really high hopes for this sequel and I can gladly say that it did not disappoint. I only stopped reading to sleep and go to work.

We rejoin Alex and her family pretty much where we left them at the end of The Last Stars in the Sky. They have escaped the attack on their cabin and are working out what to do next. I don't want to give anything away; the unknowns of this new world are what makes it an exciting read. What I will say is that the family continue to face difficult, life-changing decisions and lurch from one unknown to the next, making the best of what they have where possible. I liked how the family relationships mostly felt pretty realistic. Yes, they have survived and understand that they need to work together but it isn't all rosy and they still have disagreements as you'd expect with any family.

I really enjoyed returning to this family in the world Kate Hewitt has created and as much as I'd happily read another book in this series, I feel that another book isn't needed in the same way that this sequel was. I would also say that you really need to read The Last Stars in the Sky in order to understand and enjoy this book.

I found it difficult to read this book till the end. It is not bad, but the storyline felt like the story of modern pioneers (like English colonies in the old days) surviving through more powerful weapons and more sophisticated violence. All the developments (psychological and social) seemed a bit predictable. Though I usually really like the author's novels, this one was definitely not for me.
I received a digital copy of this novel from NetGalley and I have voluntarily written an honest review.

I was curious to see where this book would head now that Daniel and Sam had returned and the families house was violated. The development of the children through the process was an interesting read, and Alex's journey was very emotional. It is always worthwhile for the reader to wonder how they would cope with the various challenges that this family faced. Beyond the obvious physical needs , this book also focuses on what do people really need to be happy and feel worthwhile. It was good to find out what Daniel went through to bring Sam and Jenny back, and the depravity and sadness he witnessed was predictable and expected. I liked how the book ended on a note of hope. Thanks to NetGalley and Storm Publishing for a copy to read and freely review.

I have mixed feelings about this one. I'd read the first of this series, and liked it, mainly due to the fact that I didn't see the nuclear war and resulting chaos happening -- it came out of the blue. This story is both a continuation of the family saga and some flashbacks, primarily to Daniel and Sam's journey to rejoin the family. Honestly, i was a little bored for most of the book. The mom felt a little shrewish and looking for fault everywhere, and I was having difficulty staying with the story. However, the last several chapters were partially redeeming -- there was some real emotions evident which made some sense and contributed to the story. I just wish more of the tale was like this.

3.5 stars, rounded down to 3 stars.

I received a complimentary copy of the novel from the publisher and NetGalley, and my review is being left freely.

A wonderful follow up on her last book ,very vivid scary at times ,certainly puts one thinking what would happen if the events in her books came to pass .

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Gripping. Emotional. Amazing.

Book #2 in the series that follows Alex and her family and how they survive after nuclear warfare has shaken the US and Canada. When your life is at stake, do you do what’s ‘right’ or do you try everything you can to survive? These characters grappled with those decisions practically every chapter. A number of chapters traveled back in time, when Daniel made the trek to go and find their son Sam at college, rescued him, and brought him back home. Those intense chapters made it very clear that America had turned into a war-torn desolate land.

One of the best books I’ve read this year! I tore through it in two days. Highly recommend getting your hands on a copy of this. It comes out in January 2025. Thanks to Storm Publishing, the author & NetGalley for this ARC. #booksbyashleynicole