Ashes and Ember
Two lost souls. One ruined world. A fragile chance at hope.
When an EMP shatters Britain’s power grid, the world Johnny knew collapses overnight. Middle-aged, solitary, and scarred by tragedy, he expects only to endure the aftermath in silence.
Then he finds Sarah. Young, stubborn, and alone, she needs protection in a world that has suddenly turned hostile. Against his instincts, Johnny takes her with him. What begins as reluctant duty slowly becomes something more—a fragile bond that gives him a reason to keep moving.
But survival is a brutal teacher. As lawlessness spreads and the landscape grows harsher by the day, Johnny and Sarah must rely on each other in ways neither expected. To keep her safe, Johnny will have to confront not only the dangers around them, but the shadows of his own past.
Gritty and grounded, yet quietly hopeful, The Silent Earth is a post-apocalyptic story about loss, resilience, and the unexpected places where connection takes root.
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Ryan Casey
Ryan Casey is the author of over a dozen novels and a highly successful serial. He is best known for his gritty post-apocalyptic fiction, throwing normal people into devastating situations and exploring how they react and adapt. He also writes psychological thrillers and mysteries under his R.A. Casey pen name. Across all genres, Casey's work is renowned for its nail-biting suspense, rapid pacing, unforgettably complex characters, and knockout twists.
Casey lives in the United Kingdom. He has a BA degree in English with Creative Writing from the University of Birmingham, and has been writing stories for as long as he can remember. In his spare time, he can be spotted walking his West Highland White Terrier, has a passion for cinema and television, and probably spends a little bit too much time in the pub.
The Silent Earth
The Silent Earth consists of three books. The current recommended reading order for the series is provided below.
