Oil and Ash

De: Kevin Walker

Narrado por: Stone Smith

In 2080, Joel’s job as a heavy-duty mechanic on an oil rig off Kitimat British Columbia’s coast is brutal but necessary. Ocean levels have swallowed much of the land, making fuel more vital than ever. He pushes through every shift for one reason—his family waiting back home. Then, one stormy night, an explosion rips through the rig, and Joel’s only focus is survival. But as he claws through smoke and darkness, a chilling message flashes: System Merge in one hour.

Suddenly, the rules of reality twist. Digital interfaces hover, levelling up skills and revealing cards that pulse with strange power. Mutated creatures and ruthless raiders roam a world Joel no longer recognizes. To get home, he must master this new system, grow stronger, and unlock dark truths hidden within the game-like mechanics. But survival is just the beginning—because Joel isn’t the only one adapting to a world changed forever.

©2024 Kevin Walker (P)2025 Kevin Walker

A little more than what i thought

Pretty good first attempt by the author, I hope his following works are better and maybe work on their pacing. the narrator was on point, I hope he sticks around for the second book.

Not what I expected

Shows promise, could do without the sex scene. (Just not for me) I think the story shows promise just needs some polishing, but. feels a little rushed.