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The Borrowed World #11
The Endarkened: Book Eleven in The Borrowed World Series
The eleventh installment in the bestselling Borrowed World series.
Originally launched in 2015, the first book in this series spawned a fictional universe that inspired two spin-off series, over two dozen books, and over one million copies sold.
After nearly a year and a half without power, Jim Powell’s community has begun to stabilize. The Reset Roadhouse—Jim’s apocalyptic bar, restaurant, and trading post—gave his people something to do and helped expand his network of friends and contacts. The establishment has become a hub of the community and is allowing Jim to better monitor what goes on in the town. Then the promise of electricity changes everything.
When Walter Lightspeed took the office of President of the United States, he swore to deliver power to the people. He appears to be living up to his promise, but what will that mean for small-town America? Can people surrender their weapons and resume their old lives? All those questions are pushed to the side as people are consumed with the dream that things might soon be normal again.
But will they?
Originally launched in 2015, the first book in this series spawned a fictional universe that inspired two spin-off series, over two dozen books, and over one million copies sold.
After nearly a year and a half without power, Jim Powell’s community has begun to stabilize. The Reset Roadhouse—Jim’s apocalyptic bar, restaurant, and trading post—gave his people something to do and helped expand his network of friends and contacts. The establishment has become a hub of the community and is allowing Jim to better monitor what goes on in the town. Then the promise of electricity changes everything.
When Walter Lightspeed took the office of President of the United States, he swore to deliver power to the people. He appears to be living up to his promise, but what will that mean for small-town America? Can people surrender their weapons and resume their old lives? All those questions are pushed to the side as people are consumed with the dream that things might soon be normal again.
But will they?
386 pages, Kindle Edition
Published February 22, 2024
About the author
Franklin Horton
54 books326 followersFranklin Horton lives and writes in the mountains of southwestern Virginia. He attended Virginia Intermont College and Virginia Commonwealth University. In his spare time he pursues outdoor adventures with his wife and two children. His interests include camping, kayaking, backpacking, mountain biking, and shooting.
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February 28, 2024
SURVIVERS BAND TOGETHER, POWER IS RESTORED, & HOPE IS NOW POSSIBLE OR IS IT?
The Endarkened: Book Eleven in The Borrowed World Series by Franklin Horton tells the story of family, friends, neighbors, and acquaintances in a small valley, town, community, and county that are finally coming together to survive the lost of the power grid and the collapse of the supply chain and government. This is a very good book and series if you are interested in post-apocalyptic stories that are action-packed, full of suspense, and even hope. I have enjoyed this book and series, and hopefully, there will be more to come in the near future.
The Endarkened: Book Eleven in The Borrowed World Series by Franklin Horton tells the story of family, friends, neighbors, and acquaintances in a small valley, town, community, and county that are finally coming together to survive the lost of the power grid and the collapse of the supply chain and government. This is a very good book and series if you are interested in post-apocalyptic stories that are action-packed, full of suspense, and even hope. I have enjoyed this book and series, and hopefully, there will be more to come in the near future.
May 9, 2024
Franklin has done it again. This is another adventure of Jim Powell et al. From the beginning of the Borrowed World series, Jim has shown the readers how to survive the unexpected and the demoralizing human nature along the way. Pay attention as the series goes on there are many things described about how to make your way during a time without power. We are currently experiencing unknown times in this country and around the world. We have no adult in the room to correct that direction. A a "Prepper" isn't a bad word, person or theology. It is not associated with the end of times in every case. It simply means being prepared for what ever happens. Weather, power outages, vehicle break downs. If you haven't noticed, people are not as they used to be. You find yourself broken down on the side of the road at night, it's not a comfortable feeling. Yes you can call someone on your cellphone, sure. But add a power outage with a bad storm and you will quickly find yourself wondering... What would Jim do? Just take the time to stock your vehicle with a few items to make yourself a tad more comfortable.
If you read the Borrowed World series, don't forget to read the Locker Nine and The Mad Mick series as well. One can not read the Mad Mick without some tears and laughter or both at the same time.
Great job, Franklin. I look forward to the next Mick adventure and the new addition to Locker Nine.
If you read the Borrowed World series, don't forget to read the Locker Nine and The Mad Mick series as well. One can not read the Mad Mick without some tears and laughter or both at the same time.
Great job, Franklin. I look forward to the next Mick adventure and the new addition to Locker Nine.
April 16, 2024
I'm not sure how Franklin Horton keeps writing fresh stories. They are funny, sad, heroic and scary. Horton has written 3 overlapping series and one standalone series about the same EMP and a standalone book about the EMP (The Borrowed World series, The Locker Nine series, The Mad Mick series and Random Acts). Of course this is the 11th book about Jim Powell, who was in Richmond when the EMP went off and he travels home to southwestern Virginia by foot, watching the world come apart. Then in the following books he helps his family and friends survive in the valley where they live. He makes many choices and not always with peaceful means. I love these books and if you haven't read them you need too.
July 29, 2024
Excellent series
I read many books about EMPs and other apocalyptic events. I usually lose interest before getting to the last book. Not this time! I could not stop reading about these characters. Introduction of new people and events brought it all together. No grammar or misspelled words to work around. His characters were not subject to being called a different name. Well written by someone familiar with the area. There was a miss when Lloyd was back in the valley and the music camp was never mentioned again. Confusing. However the series overall was so good I got over it quickly. Enjoyable read!
I read many books about EMPs and other apocalyptic events. I usually lose interest before getting to the last book. Not this time! I could not stop reading about these characters. Introduction of new people and events brought it all together. No grammar or misspelled words to work around. His characters were not subject to being called a different name. Well written by someone familiar with the area. There was a miss when Lloyd was back in the valley and the music camp was never mentioned again. Confusing. However the series overall was so good I got over it quickly. Enjoyable read!
February 25, 2024
Another fantastic book! 100%
Every single one of Franklin Horton's books is 100% fluid and inspiring, captivating and Enthralling. Well written every time! I get engrossed, unable to put it down until my eyes dry out.. Then sadly, I do.
The cross overs are my favorite, it takes a special kind of genius brain, to keep all that's going on, tied together. It's simple amazing if you think about it.
Every single one of Franklin Horton's books is 100% fluid and inspiring, captivating and Enthralling. Well written every time! I get engrossed, unable to put it down until my eyes dry out.. Then sadly, I do.
The cross overs are my favorite, it takes a special kind of genius brain, to keep all that's going on, tied together. It's simple amazing if you think about it.
May 26, 2024
One Great Series
Wow. This series get you thinking. This could happen any day. All of the characters were great. The story line was so spot on to probably be what would happen if an event like this did transpire here in the United States. I laughed, I cried, I got mad at some of the situations. I would definitely recommend this series to any reader. Thank you so much for sharing your vision with all.
Wow. This series get you thinking. This could happen any day. All of the characters were great. The story line was so spot on to probably be what would happen if an event like this did transpire here in the United States. I laughed, I cried, I got mad at some of the situations. I would definitely recommend this series to any reader. Thank you so much for sharing your vision with all.
May 27, 2024
best of the apocalyptic series
This feels like the end to this series, not sure but if it is then he ended it well. This has been a favorite series and is one of the best series. Of its type, not just saying this because i live in the shenandoah valley and the locations are familiar to me. I’ve enjoyed the characters and the story as it is well written as are the other storylines of this universe. Frank Horton knows how to spin a yarn
This feels like the end to this series, not sure but if it is then he ended it well. This has been a favorite series and is one of the best series. Of its type, not just saying this because i live in the shenandoah valley and the locations are familiar to me. I’ve enjoyed the characters and the story as it is well written as are the other storylines of this universe. Frank Horton knows how to spin a yarn
February 28, 2024
Good series
This series is a good primer for what could happen to our world. Franklin Horton educates us readers, from book 1 on, how we can and should prepare for a possible loss of the power grid. People turn savage real quick. We all need a Jim in our life to help us navigate a SHTF world. TY
This series is a good primer for what could happen to our world. Franklin Horton educates us readers, from book 1 on, how we can and should prepare for a possible loss of the power grid. People turn savage real quick. We all need a Jim in our life to help us navigate a SHTF world. TY
April 6, 2024
Hope and Community
In the end, it was having friends and family that loved and cared for you and that you loved and cared for that gave hope to those who had experienced the loss of power twice. Sadness is always around but love and hope are like a fresh breeze and sunshine that push it away.
In the end, it was having friends and family that loved and cared for you and that you loved and cared for that gave hope to those who had experienced the loss of power twice. Sadness is always around but love and hope are like a fresh breeze and sunshine that push it away.
July 1, 2024
Wow
Oh my wow! That was so much better than I thought it would be and I had really high hopes. I loved every single page of this book. I am hoping this isn't the actual end of the series but if it is, I will be re reading it often. Excellent storytelling throughout! A absolute definite recommend!
Oh my wow! That was so much better than I thought it would be and I had really high hopes. I loved every single page of this book. I am hoping this isn't the actual end of the series but if it is, I will be re reading it often. Excellent storytelling throughout! A absolute definite recommend!
July 16, 2024
one of the best series I have read I. a good while
I read a lot, and a lot of different genres. This was one of the best. I loved the story and the characters. I also didn’t notice any editing errors such as misspelled words, wrong words or grammar mistakes. Great job all around. I cried often!
I read a lot, and a lot of different genres. This was one of the best. I loved the story and the characters. I also didn’t notice any editing errors such as misspelled words, wrong words or grammar mistakes. Great job all around. I cried often!
August 4, 2024
A billionaire has taken over as the US president and given out special repeaters so that people can have power again - however even with power restored society is still a mess.
This has been an interesting series to listen to and certainly has had me thinking - 3 stars out of 5 but 4 stars for the whole series.
This has been an interesting series to listen to and certainly has had me thinking - 3 stars out of 5 but 4 stars for the whole series.
September 4, 2024
All 11 of the Borrowed World series captured and held my attention. I enjoyed the "blemished hero" main character. The entire cast of characters were as believable as one could get ( not having lived through an apocalypse. I also appreciated not having consistent use of foul language. I was disappointed when the series came to an end.
February 24, 2024
A great post-apocalyptic series with humor and humanity woven into the story
This is a book that covers the possibility of how mankind would devolve if the worst were to happen. Lots of opportunities to reflect and learn.
This is a book that covers the possibility of how mankind would devolve if the worst were to happen. Lots of opportunities to reflect and learn.
February 28, 2024
Another great installment of the Borrow World series. It will be interesting to see how this series and the Mad Mick Series will tie in further now that the timelines match up. I love the characters and their solutions to lives problems in a black-out world.
March 7, 2024
Excellent as usual
Jim and the valley crew definitely keep you on the edge of your seat. This one has so many ups and downs that I couldn't put it down. The plot and characters are getting better and better with each book.
Jim and the valley crew definitely keep you on the edge of your seat. This one has so many ups and downs that I couldn't put it down. The plot and characters are getting better and better with each book.
March 21, 2024
A very intriguing story of survival.
The author has written a great story of life when there’s no elected officials, no law enforcement or electricity and what happens when power is restored and lost again. A story full of action and many surprises.
The author has written a great story of life when there’s no elected officials, no law enforcement or electricity and what happens when power is restored and lost again. A story full of action and many surprises.
April 25, 2024
This Tale Can’t Stop Now
Another great book from Franklin Horton. While it tries to be the end if the tale, that story is far from over. Just like the Mad Mick books, there is a lot more to be written on these tales. Please keep the stories going!
Another great book from Franklin Horton. While it tries to be the end if the tale, that story is far from over. Just like the Mad Mick books, there is a lot more to be written on these tales. Please keep the stories going!
May 6, 2024
I love this series. This is the 11th book and while not as exciting and suspenseful as some of the others it certainly had its action and emotional moments. A solid addition to the Borrowed World saga.
June 24, 2024
Bloody Great
The entire 11 book series is awesome. It was tough to get through the violence, but it opens your eyes to the violent nature of so many people that want what you have and will stop at nothing to get it!
The entire 11 book series is awesome. It was tough to get through the violence, but it opens your eyes to the violent nature of so many people that want what you have and will stop at nothing to get it!
February 29, 2024
The Endarkened
Hope comes to the town in Jim’s valley in the vessel of restored power. But evil stirs in the dark. Will light remain or be overshadowed?
Hope comes to the town in Jim’s valley in the vessel of restored power. But evil stirs in the dark. Will light remain or be overshadowed?
February 29, 2024
It was great to catch up with Jim and his clan and to see how his Reset Roadhouse is doing. If this book is the final one of the series it is a satisfying ending, too.
March 4, 2024
Hope comes to the town in Jim’s valley in the vessel of restored power. But evil stirs in the dark. Will light remain or be overshadowed?
March 15, 2024
One of the best books in the series. Should be the last book...time for a new series by a talented author.
March 22, 2024
wow!!
Truly enjoyed going back to Jim and the crew. Loved the tie in with mad mick without the mick. Thanks for another night staying up to finish
Truly enjoyed going back to Jim and the crew. Loved the tie in with mad mick without the mick. Thanks for another night staying up to finish
March 28, 2024
Loved his writing
Read all eleven books. I wish there were more. So sad when it ended. Trying to find another series to read.
Read all eleven books. I wish there were more. So sad when it ended. Trying to find another series to read.
April 4, 2024
Great characters
Gonna miss the myriad personalities in this series!
Franklin Horton is a great story teller!
I want to take a short break and then come back and start THE NEXT BOOK!
Gonna miss the myriad personalities in this series!
Franklin Horton is a great story teller!
I want to take a short break and then come back and start THE NEXT BOOK!
June 30, 2024
More please!
I love this series... the people and the stories!!! Every time a new one comes out, I reread the entire series!!
I love this series... the people and the stories!!! Every time a new one comes out, I reread the entire series!!
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