MATT ORLANDO BOOKS
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Truncated: Apocalyptic & Loving It
Welcome to the end of the world, Orange County style—where Bill, a gloriously average surfer dude from Huntington Beach, finds his calling in a post-apocalyptic mess of natural disasters, a not-so-deadly pandemic, and general human stupidity. With a smirk and a knack for dodging death, Bill leads a ragtag crew toward NorCal’s mythical safety, only to face chaos funnier than a bad surf wipeout. Think Mad Max meets The Simpsons in this darkly hilarious series starter by local author Matt Orlando. Ready to laugh through the apocalypse? Buy now on Amazon or read free with Kindle Unlimited!
Truncated II: Cold Day In Heaven
Bill’s still kicking in California’s wasteland, and he’s not thrilled about it. After losing his love and friends, this Huntington Beach hero (or anti-hero) is stuck with lunatics and two quirky animal sidekicks, trudging toward Salinas in a post-apocalyptic comedy of errors. Packed with dark humor and betrayal, this sequel by Matt Orlando keeps the laughs coming. Love Wool or Christopher Moore? Get this action-packed adventure on Amazon or dive in with Kindle Unlimited!
Truncated III: Born Against
Bill’s back, dodging crucifixion and solving crimes he may have caused in a California apocalypse weirder than a Huntington Beach heatwave. Prophets, gangs, and his own bad luck make this chapter a darkly funny thrill ride. Written by local author and screenwriter Matt Orlando, this book blends action and wit for fans of World War Z with a twisted sense of humor. Snag it on Amazon or read free with Kindle Unlimited!
Truncated IV: Best Served Cold
Far away from the chaotic ruins of post-apocalyptic Orange County, Bill learns that revenge truly is a dish best served cold, but Bill’s serving it with a side of snark in the apocalyptic madness of California. Reuniting with old friends and creating new grudges, he’s still the unluckiest survivor alive, stumbling through a world of chaos and betrayal, and hippies. Bill’s latest adventure blends dark humor and heart-pounding action for fans of Wool and Christopher Moore. Not the end—more apocalyptic antics are coming! Grab this wild ride now with Kindle Unlimited!
Westgate
After being put on unpaid leave for beating up a criminal, Santa Ana cop Nick Marino takes a security guard job at a wealthy neighborhood in Orange County, CA, only to find himself entwined in the murder investigation of a rich cougar housewife in a community whose sexual proclivities are… advanced.
Rogue
Brit Stevenson knew money. She not only worked in the FBI’s financial crimes devision for the last five years, but she was also the daughter of a billionaire. While numbers came easy for Brit, people didn’t. After three years of burning bridges in DC with her rigid methods, she is exiled to a position in Phoenix Arizona to rot. Tired of numbers and the lack of challenge, she requests a change to the field. Her wish finally manifests when she is asked to keep tabs on an undercover agent who was tortured and left for dead in Mexico, but somehow survives.
Migrant
In Salinas, also known as the Youth Homicide Capital of California, Hispanic gang members are being systematically slaughtered by a killer who doesn’t fit the mold. When one is found Murdered on his rich grandfather’s estate, Detective Mike Garcia is dragged into a world where a killer hunts the hunters.
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A tragically hilarious apocalyptic series.
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