Middle America's Worldview

Last night, while alone in my hotel, I was able to finish the book 299: The Preparation, by Glen Tate. I had accidently came across the book series. I have been reading other books regarding the fall of United States, and emphasizes on prepping and after effects. I enjoyed the book "Lights Out", by David Crawford, as well "Patriots", by James Wesley Rawles.

However, Tate's book hit home for me. The fictional character had remarkable similarities to my own personal life. The kid recalled little of his childhood, grew up in a small town very poor. Married an awesome wife, and worked hard to accomplish what his parents could not.

Moving toward marriage, having an older daughter, and a younger son with autism. The story was remarkably unnerving, but relatable to me. I also grew up poor, in a small town and in my own way became successful with a career. Additionally, I married an awesome wife, having an older daughter and a younger son with autistic tendencies, struggling medically.

The character in the book, was snapped out of his dream world, and brought back to his roots as a country boy, remembering how hard it was while a kid. This with the aid of guidance, opened his eyes to what is coming, kicked his butt into bucking up and begins preparing.

Similarly, I see what is coming (as I know my family understands my discussions on this matter) and it scares me to death. However, only discussing it will not help. This book provides a real life scenario on what can be done, a little at a time.

A phenomenal book, providing a deeper rich character than the prior books I have read before. The similarities drew me into the storyline, while also providing me some real world examples of what can be done to begin preparation.

I tip my hat to Glen Tate and look forward to the second book.