A high-speed shootout and a series of unexplained murders greet 35-year-old Dr. Einstein Brad Pope upon his arrival in Asheville, NC. The psychologist soon realizes he's ensnared in a dangerous web of deep-woods survivalists, calling themselves the United Survivalist Army (The Real U.S.A.), preparing for Armageddon in the remote mountains of Western North Carolina. The preppers' battle cry, "Prepare to Survive or Die," targets the "zombies"-unprepared citizens like Pope. The doomsayer-preppers believe the zombies will roam the streets and plunder their carefully hidden cache of supplies when the economy collapses, the electrical grid fails, and apocalyptic weather threatens to wipe people off the map. To survive, Pope is forced to succumb to the same kick-ass, pit-bull tactics of his abusive, alcoholic father against the homegrown militant terrorists. But first, he must win an inner battle with his tortured past to find the line between his integrity and his own survival.
About the Author :
Bryan E. Robinson is an author, psychotherapist, journalist, and Professor Emeritus at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. He maintains a private clinical practice and writes murder mysteries. His tagline is, "I heal by day and kill by night." His first novel, Way DEAD Upon the Suwannee River (2024) has been adapted as a stage musical comedy under the name of Limestone Gumption: The Stage Musical. She'll Be KILLING 'Round the Mountain is the second novel in the series. In addition to his fiction, Robinson has authored forty nonfiction books, including his latest, Chained to the Desk in a Hybrid World: A Guide to Work-Life Balance (2023) and Daily Writing Resilience: 365 Meditations & Inspirations for Writers (2018). His books have been translated into fifteen languages, and he has written for over one hundred professional journals and popular magazines. He has won two awards for writing and has lectured across the United States and throughout the world. His work has been featured on every major television network, and he is a monthly contributor to Forbes.com. He resides in the Blue Ridge Mountains with his spouse, three dogs, and occasional bears at night.
Review :
"Fabulous-Einstein Pope is terrific." -Lee Child, New York Times bestselling author of the electrifying Jack Reacher series
"Deliciously dark, devious and gripping, Robinson writes with real verve!" -Peter James, UK # 1 bestselling author of Absolute Proof, best known for writing thriller novels, and the creator of the much-loved Detective Superintendent Roy Grace
"With adrenaline on every page, She'll Be KILLING 'Round the Mountain delivers gripping suspense with a riveting glimpse into the macabre world of doomsday survivalists." -Steve Berry, New York Times international bestselling author of The Malta Exchange
"The most unique character to hit the shelves in years, Brad Einstein Pope-think Ghandi meets Jack Reacher-battles a groundswell of survivalists nestled in the Blue Ridge mountains. Robinson offers powerful psychological insights, an authentic voice, and a healthy dash of humor in his realistic tale set in spectacular Asheville. A rare talent." - K.J. Howe, international bestselling author of The Freedom Broker and Skyjack
"Bryan Robinson has written a unique and fascinating thriller which pits Brad Ein Pope-a brilliant, tough psychologist against gun-toting survivalists murdering people to prepare for the end of the world as he thinks and fights his way out of deadly danger time and again. I highly recommend this book!" -R.G. Belsky, award-winning author of the Clare Carlson mystery series
"Colorful, quirky, and full of heart. When Einstein Bradley Pope confronts gun-wielding extremists in the Blue Ridge Mountains, it's the end of days or new beginnings-depending on who survives. Bryan Robinson delivers again with a deft hand and a twisty plot." -James L'Etoile, award-winning author of the Nathan Parker series & the Emily Hunter series
"Bryan Robinson has done it again, blending action, humor, and heartache in this nonstop thriller. Packed with memorable characters and danger at every turn, She'll Be KILLING 'Round the Mountain is one engrossing tale." -Bruce Robert Coffin, international bestselling coauthor of The Turner and Mosley Files
"End of days, survivalist militias, drag queens, and murder-Robinson whips up a high-octane stew of southern trouble. Hatchets, bullets, and deadly intentions fly fast and furious. A compelling and frequently hilarious read. Not to be missed." -Barry Lancet, award-winning author of Japantown and the Spy Across the Table
"In She'll Be KILLING 'Round the Mountain, Bryan Robinson delivers a fresh look at the psychological thriller with his original choice of characters, setting and theme. The introduction of the outspoken Dr. Ein Pope and his wedding crew had me hooked from the start. Add a bunch of violence, a ton of guns and enough doomsday extremists to wreak havoc on America and I'm down for a good time. Anytime."-Linda Sands, Georgia author of the year and author of 3 Women Walk Into a Bar
"Love this thriller! Great pacing, likable characters and excellent writing make it a compelling read!" -Susan Crawford, author of The Pocket Wife and The Other Widow
"What a great story and timely topic! Anti-gun proponents, survivalists, and those caught between them in an effort to do the right thing to protect everyone. Bryan Robinson paints a picture of Asheville, North Carolina, that will not be easy to forget." -Rick Reed, author of the Jack Murphy Thriller Series.
