A realistic and heart-pounding survival novel about ordinary people rising together when everything fails. The Ridge Plan proves that true preparedness starts with trust, grit, and community.

The Ridge Plan, a survival thriller novel by R.T. Fagan

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A realistic and heart-pounding survival novel about ordinary people rising together when everything fails. The Ridge Plan proves that true preparedness starts with trust, grit, and community.

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Book Review:

The Ridge Plan

Book Review: The Ridge Plan

The Ridge Plan offers a captivating and profoundly human exploration of the consequences when society's delicate structures break down—forcing ordinary neighbors to unite as a community for survival. Set against the backdrop of the mist-shrouded foothills of the Pacific Northwest, this novel marries the realism of contemporary preparedness with the emotional gravitas of loyalty, sacrifice, and leadership in moments of crisis.


Fagan's writing is both cinematic and grounded, seamlessly blending technical precision with heartfelt emotion. Each character—from the steady and measured Claire Rylan to young Caleb's aerial drone missions—feels genuine and essential. The narrative delves into the tactical and ethical dilemmas of cultivating resilience in a deteriorating world.


Readers who enjoyed A. American’s Going Home and William R. Forstchen’s One Second After will find The Ridge Plan equally mesmerizing—a timely and unforgettable tale about bravery, readiness, and the true essence of standing together when the lights go dark.

About the Author

From Prepping Obsession to Thriller Novel: The Birth of “The Ridge Plan”

Hailing from a military family, R.T. Fagan developed a keen interest in resilience, technology, and self-sufficiency from an early age.


Following his college years, he took on a role as a Tech Rep with a prominent defense contractor, where he was responsible for maintaining vital communications systems for the U.S. Air Force, directly supporting overseas front-line units. This crucial experience led to years devoted to classified Electronic Warfare projects and later with a major telecommunications company, a pivotal contribution to the launch of the United States' first all-digital cellular network.


As a seasoned prepper, R.T. Fagan has engaged with individuals from diverse backgrounds and honed his practical survival skills through rigorous training. These authentic experiences profoundly influence his writing, enriching the narratives of everyday individuals confronting extraordinary obstacles.


Currently residing on the Olympic Peninsula in Washington state, R.T. Fagan continues to practice and deepen his understanding of the skills necessary to ensure family safety in times of systemic failure.

What inspired The Ridge Plan?

Mix of my own life experiences and watching the world get more fragile.

From Prepping Obsession to Thriller Novel: The Birth of “The Ridge Plan”

It really came from a mix of my own life experiences and watching the world get more fragile.


Living on the Olympic Peninsula in Washington, I got deep into practical prepping. I’ve interviewed preppers from every background. What kept striking me was how often the conversation came back to the same truth: gear alone isn’t enough. Real survival depends on community, adaptability, and ordinary people choosing to work together when systems collapse.


The Ridge Plan was my way of exploring that question: What happens on Day One when the power goes out nationwide — not in theory, but in a real neighborhood with real people who have flaws, skills, fears, and strengths? I wanted to show the tactical side (power, water, comms, security) but also the human side — leadership, trust, sacrifice, and moral decisions under pressure.


At its core, the book is about turning preparation into something bigger: building a community that can actually hold the line.