EVE of CHAOS - (The ELM) by D I Telbat (Paperback)

About the Book

Three months after the collapse of America, San Diego is in fiery ruins. Armed bandits roam streets, a rogue military patrols shore fronts, survivors hoard food and water. Titus equips Levi with one message for all: every life matters (ELM).

Book Synopsis

First Place in 2025 Christian Indie Awards, Speculative category

EVE of CHAOS: America's Last Days; Book ONE in The ELM Series by D.I. Telbat

Three months after the collapse of America's infrastructure, the city of San Diego is in smoldering ruins. Armed bandits roam the streets in search of prey, and a rogue military patrols the shore front in search of resources to confiscate. Food is grown in secret and precious water is hoarded by frightened survivors.

But the Caspertein family will not be intimidated, not by armed criminals or by a powerful general with five thousand soldiers. Emerging from their fortified building, Titus Caspertein leads his teenage son and emboldened friends to offer hope to countless souls all but abandoned.

Armed with non-lethal weapons from the COIL days, young Levi Caspertein yearns for a hero's reputation. With a Bible, his rifle, and his wits, Levi ventures into the volatile California wasteland to impact neighbors who face death on every side. His father has equipped him with one message for friend and foe alike: every life matters to God, with the acronym ELM.

There is still hope. Peace in the midst of chaos may still be found. The people of ELM will continue to stand because . . . Every Life Matters!

Find more info and a retailer for eBooks through: books2read.com/b/EVEofCHAOSbk1. EVE of DESPAIR is Book Two; EVE of FEAR is Book Three, coming soon!

Review Quotes

As a huge fan, I was pleasantly surprised to see "the lost twenty years" come to life. It was fun to see Levi as a twenty-year-old again and watch his desire to fall in the steps of his father. Thank you for this journey. Chuck Gipson - Missionary, Author, Fan

I thoroughly enjoyed Eve of CHAOS. The characters are so descriptive and well written that they come alive as they bring a message of hope to a dangerous, chaotic and broken world. Adriana U.

Another good book by D.I. Telbat, with good spiritual lessons and reminders for everyone. The adventures of the Caspertein clan are always a great read. I like the Every Life Matters theme. Sharon L.

As a long-time fan of Telbat's writing I was particularly thrilled to recently read his newest work: Eve of Chaos. I appreciate the desire of people like David who are spreading the word to reach out to others in love and peace through whatever means. Jan M.

The book was so engrossing that I could hardly put it down. This was a wonderful book showing the Way of Christ in a broken world. It is encouraging to see faith being lived out. I loved the opportunity given to seek out God's forgiveness in all things! Bonnie W.

I thoroughly enjoyed this book. A mixture of adventure, action, and good old-fashioned morality. I was challenged to look differently at those who oppose my faith. I highly recommend any of D.I. Telbat's books. Ann A.

Once I started reading, I had a hard time putting it down. Another great, clean book! Julie F.

As always, Casperteins capture the mind as easily as the body. I couldn't put this down till the end. Can't wait to hear what's in store for young Levi in his next adventure! It ain't easy being a servant of God! Mark Y.