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The Posh Prepper follows an expert survivalist who finds himself navigating the chaos of a deadly virus outbreak, leading a diverse group of survivors on a perilous journey towards a sanctuary in New Zealand. What was the inspiration for the setup of your story?
The Posh Prepper started in September 2019, not so much as an idea, but as a feeling: What would you do with a twenty-four-hour head start on the end of the world? Where would you go? Who would you bring? How would you survive?
For six months, I sketched concepts and characters. Then the COVID-19 pandemic hit, and those questions suddenly felt real. Over the next three years, the rolling crisis provided a steady stream of inspiration for characters, settings, and themes. More than that, The Posh Prepper became my way of processing all the pain I was seeing in the world.
Nick Ritter is an intriguing and well-developed character. What were some driving ideals behind your character’s development?
Nick was a really fun character to create and follow.
At his core, he’s a good man. He’s kind and caring and wishes the world was a better place. When he worked at Thorne Global, he was trying to prevent disasters and help vulnerable people recover. But, over time, the endless greed and corruption wore him down, and he withdrew, closed off, became numb. After a traumatic incident in Congo, he became “The Posh Prepper,” a cynical crisis consultant serving the rich and powerful.
This first book in the series watches Nick emerge from his icy shell. Drawn out by a “found family,” Nick realizes there are still good people left in this world, and they’re worth fighting for.
What were some themes that were important for you to explore in this book?
The main thematic question the series will explore is: Is mankind flawed beyond hope, or are we worth saving?
Dark and ambitious, I know haha. But it feels relevant in today’s world. I hear from readers that the characters and story world of The Posh Prepper feel plausible and authentic, like it could really happen. That surprised me, I expected pushback that the story was too unrealistic.
In this first book, Nick realizes that even though most people in this broken world are flawed, good people can become family if you let them into your heart.
What is the next book that you are working on and when will it be available?
I’m currently working on the sequel to The Posh Prepper. I expect the series to be a trilogy, so I’m outlining Book 2 and Book 3 at the same time, which will help me release Book 3 somewhat quickly after Book 2.
This was my debut novel, and I didn’t know if anyone would read it or like it, so I didn’t plan future books up front. That means more work now to gather loose ends and figure out what happens next.
I have a full-time job and two kids under two, so it could take a while haha. But I’m working on it with every free moment 🙂
You can read more details here: https://toddknightbooks.com/blog/the-posh-prepper-sequel
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In 2035, in a hopelessly broken world, Nick Ritter is The Posh Prepper, a gifted crisis consultant who sells disaster-survival plans to rich and powerful clients.
Haunted by corrupt clients and a tragic past, Nick lives a reclusive life in overcrowded Boston, counting the days until he can retire to his survival ranch in New Zealand.
But when he gets an insider tip that a deadly virus is tearing through Boston, Nick has 24 hours to escape the city and flee to New Zealand. He has the perfect survival plan, but there’s just one problem…it doesn’t account for company.
As he scrambles toward safety, Nick picks up a ragtag group of followers:
Abby Blackwell, a pregnant teen runaway, is hiding a dark secret. If she can outrun her troubled past, she can start a new life. But trusting anyone could put everyone in danger.
Brian Donahue, a washed-up Navy SEAL, is scraping by as an escape pilot. Torn between family and duty, he’ll risk everything to complete this final mission.
Dana Foster, an overworked ER doctor, is haunted by human suffering. As the outbreak spreads, she faces an impossible choice: who should they save?
Now Nick must call on his disaster-planning skills to survive, facing off against a collapsing society to protect his newfound family and save mankind from extinction.
The Posh Prepper is a dark, tense, fast-paced apocalyptic thriller with an unforgettable cast of complex characters. Perfect for fans of T.L. Payne, Grace Hamilton, and Kyla Stone.
*This book includes strong language, graphic violence, and mature themes.*
The Posh Prepper
In Todd Knight’s riveting novel, The Posh Prepper, we follow the dynamic journey of protagonist Nick Ritter, an expert survivalist frequently sought after by the elite for his bespoke emergency plans. However, in an ironic twist of fate, Ritter finds himself in dire need of his own strategies as a deadly virus brings the world to the precipice of extinction. Regrettably, his meticulously crafted plans consistently falter, compelling him to navigate a world consumed by disorder. Along this tumultuous journey, he forms an unlikely alliance with a diverse group of survivors, united by the singular goal of reaching his safe haven in New Zealand, a sanctuary seemingly immune to the pervasive destruction.
Set in the ominous backdrop of the 2030s, The Posh Prepper is a spellbinding apocalyptic thriller that holds the reader hostage with its relentless pace and unpredictable plot. Knight expertly manipulates suspense and tension, cultivating a narrative landscape that ensures the reader’s anticipation never wanes. The culmination of these elements is a crescendo of high stakes that leaves the reader gasping in trepidation and tantalizing anticipation.
The Posh Prepper may be the quickest I have ever devoured a 400-page book. The narrative momentum is propulsive, dragging the reader through its electrifying plot with an exhilarating velocity that mirrors the urgency of Ritter’s quest for survival.
Knight’s vivid and graphic descriptions serve as the novel’s lifeblood, effectively transforming the written word into a cinema of the mind. His unflinching portrayal of an apocalyptic reality is both haunting and immersive, a testament to his prowess as a storyteller.
Perhaps the most striking aspect of Knight’s narrative is his assembly of protagonists. These are not superhuman characters performing implausible feats; instead, they are relatable, flawed individuals relying on courage, intellect, and sheer determination to confront insurmountable odds.
Knight’s dialogue serves as a critical conduit for character development, enabling the reader to understand each character’s unique personality and emotional state through their verbal exchanges.
The Posh Prepper is a thrilling, immersive reading experience that weaves together elements of suspense, emotion, and human resilience. It’s an apocalypse tale that will linger in your consciousness long after the final page.
Pages: 474 | ASIN: B0BVNRQ4B4
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