This book made my stomach churn at the first chapter. The author attempts to sell the high morals of his characters, as they cast away anyone without identical beliefs. The author portrays women as submissive followers that are unable to think or take care of themselves. I would not classify this book as “prepper survival ” but more along the lines of “fundamentalist libertarian fantasy.” The author barely hides the fact that all of welfare troublemakers are non-whites , and the societal collapse starts in predominantly black cities in our country. I highly recommend skipping this book.