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The Rotten Belly Society

The Way of Dan Series, Book Five

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The Rotten Belly Society

By: Franklin Horton
Narrated by: Kevin Pierce
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The Rotten Belly Society was an order that existed among some Native Americans tribes of the Great Plains. The members of this society were compelled by powerful visions to devote their lives to being contrarians. In simple terms, they did things backwards for the purpose of educating people on how to behave properly. A similar principle was seen on a popular t-shirt of the 1980s that said, “I’m not useless—I can be used as a bad example.”

Then there's Dan...

The paths we follow through life aren’t always straight. The struggles we face are not always obvious to the people around us. The journey is messy, painful, and we do not escape it alive.

In this final installment in The Way of Dan Series, Dan’s journey home isn’t the only challenge he’s facing. Besides the ever-present danger of traveling across post-apocalyptic America, there are the personal demons that have pursued Dan across the country and across the years.

A part of Dan feels too old and stubborn to change. Another part of him is beginning to understand that change is constant, and the journey only ends if we give up. That is the Way of Dan.

©2025 Franklin Horton (P)2025 Franklin Horton
Dystopian Post-Apocalyptic Science Fiction Technothrillers Thriller & Suspense
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The Audiobook Appears To Be Part Of A Post-apocalyptic Series That Follows The Journey Of The Protagonist, Dan, And His Community As They Navigate The Challenges Of A World-altering Event. Listeners Praise The Engaging Storyline, Complex Characters, Unique Narrative Style, And Compelling World-building. The Humorous Elements Are Also Appreciated. However, Some Criticize The Rushed Ending, Underdeveloped Subplots, Predictable Villain, And Lack Of Closure. The Themes Explored Include Post-apocalyptic Survival, Community Rebuilding, Personal Growth, Family Bonds, And Finding Hope Amidst Adversity.
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One of my favorite series.

I've enjoyed every installment in the series. This book was no exception.
It further built on the characters of the previous books in the series and added a few new ones.

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Amazing finale to a great series!

Such a good story line and the subtle jabs towards the other series that franklin horton has wrote was a great touch! Definitely one of my favorite stories by my favorite author!

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Writing style is very good and clean. I enjoy it thoroughly and the narration is exquisite. The combination makes for a riveting experience.
I’ve become somewhat addicted to post apocalyptic audible books and Franklin Horton is one of my favorite, but I really think a big part of it is Kevin Pierce‘s narration.
I just wish Franklin was a little slutier. Not looking for smut, but a little more realism with life and human interactions as we know it, which I think would be much more important and on full display in a post apocalyptic world..

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Meh

This book was good but missing something still, and the ending seemed rushed. Great narration as always with Mr. Pierce

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Going to miss Dan

Great read/listen written by the best author and read by the best narrator. Dan is guy most of us are while Mad Mick is the guy we wish we were…… I hate that this is the last of the way of Dan.

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Great read. Hate to see it end

Great story. Wish it was way longer. Well written by an ugly ole hillbilly. On to the next

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Another great read

Absolutely fabulous can't wait to hear the rest of the story! kept me coming back

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great story line, well delivered. could not stop listening

terrible ending. really. why don't we get to know how the family situation worked out.

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Horton and Pierce Crush it again!

Terrific story and narration. I’m too tired to leave a long review, so just buy the book.

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WOW!

I have to say THANK YOU , Franklin, for finishing this incredible series. Big shout out to the Man, the Legend, Mr. Kevin pierce for giving so much life to this incredibly heartfelt, exciting series. You don’t know me from Adam. You’ll get to know these characters and fall in love with all involved, including this amazing author. Just try one. You’ll soon understand how this writer/narrator is pure magic.

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