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3.94 AVERAGE
3.94 AVERAGE
dark
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
adventurous
dark
tense
fast-paced
Overall rating: 3 stars
Quick Take/Synopsis of Review:
I applaud the author's unique apocalyptic "zombie-like" concept in this novel and recommend it to fans of the genre. The story quickly picks up with violence, which is refreshing. The frequent shifts between characters each chapter is frustrating and confusing, especially when some characters seem to be expendable fillers. I found it hard to like most of the characters, as their flaws greatly overshadowed their redeeming qualities. I hope to see more depth and liveliness from the main characters in the second book. Despite my gripes, I will be reading the second book to see how the characters handle the cliffhangers.
Complete Review:
I commend the author for their unique apocalyptic "zombie-like" concept in this novel and recommend it for fans of this genre. For a zombie horror book, it built pretty quickly to action and violence, which is a refreshing change. Some books of this genre, especially the first in a series, take too long to build to the apocalyptic aspects of the story. The balance between setting up the series and providing action was well done.
The shifting of characters, and thus areas in Denmark, with each chapter was just as frustrating as it was interesting. In theory, it would allow readers to get to know main characters, but unexpected character spotlights were confusing and felt unnecessary. Some of said characters felt more like cannon fodder fillers than deserving of their own chapters. Why bother giving them a chapter if they were sitting in death's chair?
This brings me to my main gripe, which is the characters being unlikable. Their flaws overshadowed their redeeming qualities. John was the only character I found myself drawn to. I really hope to see more depth and liveliness from the main characters in the sequel, rather than just constant negativity and flaws in the limelight. Despite these gripes, I will continue reading the second book to see how the characters deal with the cliffhangers from the first book.
Quick Take/Synopsis of Review:
I applaud the author's unique apocalyptic "zombie-like" concept in this novel and recommend it to fans of the genre. The story quickly picks up with violence, which is refreshing. The frequent shifts between characters each chapter is frustrating and confusing, especially when some characters seem to be expendable fillers. I found it hard to like most of the characters, as their flaws greatly overshadowed their redeeming qualities. I hope to see more depth and liveliness from the main characters in the second book. Despite my gripes, I will be reading the second book to see how the characters handle the cliffhangers.
Complete Review:
I commend the author for their unique apocalyptic "zombie-like" concept in this novel and recommend it for fans of this genre. For a zombie horror book, it built pretty quickly to action and violence, which is a refreshing change. Some books of this genre, especially the first in a series, take too long to build to the apocalyptic aspects of the story. The balance between setting up the series and providing action was well done.
The shifting of characters, and thus areas in Denmark, with each chapter was just as frustrating as it was interesting. In theory, it would allow readers to get to know main characters, but unexpected character spotlights were confusing and felt unnecessary. Some of said characters felt more like cannon fodder fillers than deserving of their own chapters. Why bother giving them a chapter if they were sitting in death's chair?
This brings me to my main gripe, which is the characters being unlikable. Their flaws overshadowed their redeeming qualities. John was the only character I found myself drawn to. I really hope to see more depth and liveliness from the main characters in the sequel, rather than just constant negativity and flaws in the limelight. Despite these gripes, I will continue reading the second book to see how the characters deal with the cliffhangers from the first book.
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
This was a really great apocalyptic book. I enjoyed the ever changing narrative. It was a little graphic in parts but definitely is not out of place.
Title: Blind Rage
Author: Nick Clausen
Pages: 398
Rating: 4/5
Synopsis:
A mysterious crack has appeared in the sky and all of a sudden people are now turning into savage killers. The world is being disrupted by death and destruction. Not all are affected however, there is a select few who appear to be immune to this phenomenon. Despite this, they still have to fight to survive in this society that is on the verge of collapse. The whole in the sky continues to grow bigger as more and more people find themselves succumbing to the rage. There seems to be no cure, no safe haven and no explanation, only blind rage.
Review:
I have read plenty of Nick’s books now and I find myself returning back to them because he knows how to hook me in! I have loved every book I have read by this author so far, especially the Dead Meat series, so I was excited when I was given the opportunity to read Blind Rage, the first book of a brand-new series by Nick.
Once again, I was drawn in by the book’s description but I was also promised by Nick a bad ass female in this one and I couldn’t wait to meet her! Once I began reading Blind Rage, I felt this one had a sci-fi feeling to it alongside being a horror, now sci-fi is a genre I struggle with, but I trust Nick and I’m glad I did because I thoroughly enjoyed this read.
The first thing I picked up with this book and loved is how the title meaning instantly became relevant, it didn’t take long for everything to make sense. It also didn’t take very long for the action to begin either, talk about being thrown into a story!
Nick is a very descriptive writer, you can imagine every word, brutality and all, which definitely creates an atmosphere. He then does his usual but clever leaving you hanging after chapters, so you can’t help but read on, making the book difficult to put down. His short snappy chapters also keep the story moving at pace but it also allows you to really feel the growing intensity.
There are quite a few characters to get your head around in this one and you hear from different perspectives, however this is clear and easy to follow. As for the characters, Nick did deliver on the female bad ass, I loved Gina, her strength and protectiveness of her children was to be admired, especially after a past that could have destroyed her as a person. Camilla pulled on my heart strings, I have so much love and respect for her and really was hoping that good things would happen for her. Now as for Thorn, we he just gave me the creeps, he made the read turn even darker which you wouldn’t think would be possible with everything going on. I was actually scared for some characters because of him.
This read had a zombie apocalypse feel to it, which you would think after the Dead Meat series you’d think Nick would want to move away from this, but this was cleverly done as it is the same kind of theme but different on so many levels, Nick really knows what he is doing.
I was kept on my toes with action throughout and I was interesting to see where this would go as I really struggled to see how things could be resolved. This really was gripping and suspenseful, Nick doesn’t hold back and the ending, well that was just wow! Now I can’t wait for the second book!
So, you know those books that you think you will like, but they end up surpassing your expectations? Well this is one of those books…. Mind blown!!
This is not a genre I read, but I will now be reading it a lot more. I loved this book, the start is fantastic and really hooks you in.
The characters are relatable (in the sense that zombies are!), the story is told in many points of view, but this is in no way confusing as each character has their own chapter. The number of characters also enable you to understand all aspects of what is happening.
The only bad point to the book is that it’s sequel isn’t out till November! I need to know what is next for the ‘immune
This is not a genre I read, but I will now be reading it a lot more. I loved this book, the start is fantastic and really hooks you in.
The characters are relatable (in the sense that zombies are!), the story is told in many points of view, but this is in no way confusing as each character has their own chapter. The number of characters also enable you to understand all aspects of what is happening.
The only bad point to the book is that it’s sequel isn’t out till November! I need to know what is next for the ‘immune
Blind Rage is the first book in Nick Clausen’s new horror apocalypse series Under the Breaking Sky This book is a thrill ride of a novel that will have you on the edge of your seat and leave you eager for the next book. If you’re not a fan of cliffhangers, then this book is not for you.
Blind Rage is a full length novel that is thrilling from beginning to end. The author introduces readers to a variety of characters who’s decisions will either save them or doom them. A strange crack in the sky appears mysteriously. People feel compelled to look up at it and then the horror strikes. Many are struck blind and begin attacking those around them in a blind rage. They seem to feel little pain and attack relentlessly. Then there are some who are not affected at all. They have no idea why, but they are able to sense the change in the air.
The danger in this book is multi-layered and while there may be moments of “peace” the threat never really goes away. I like that I’m given multiple points of view from a variety of characters. It’s interesting to see things from each of their perspectives, but then it also keeps me page-turning when the author shifts to another character. I like how this author writes this book because you can almost believe that you could meet these characters in real life. There are no perfect choices or scenarios in this book, and there is always something to keep you looking around.
Don’t get comfortable thinking that this book is simply about the main threat that you can see. There is another hiding in the open and it’s stalking the unwary. There might be some unpleasant elements in this book that some might find upsetting, so I urge a bit of caution while reading.
I truly enjoyed this book and I can’t wait to find out what happens next. I’m rating this book 5 out of 5 stars. If you enjoy books by this author, in the horror genre, or apocalypse style then this book is a good choice to pick up.
Blind Rage is a full length novel that is thrilling from beginning to end. The author introduces readers to a variety of characters who’s decisions will either save them or doom them. A strange crack in the sky appears mysteriously. People feel compelled to look up at it and then the horror strikes. Many are struck blind and begin attacking those around them in a blind rage. They seem to feel little pain and attack relentlessly. Then there are some who are not affected at all. They have no idea why, but they are able to sense the change in the air.
The danger in this book is multi-layered and while there may be moments of “peace” the threat never really goes away. I like that I’m given multiple points of view from a variety of characters. It’s interesting to see things from each of their perspectives, but then it also keeps me page-turning when the author shifts to another character. I like how this author writes this book because you can almost believe that you could meet these characters in real life. There are no perfect choices or scenarios in this book, and there is always something to keep you looking around.
Don’t get comfortable thinking that this book is simply about the main threat that you can see. There is another hiding in the open and it’s stalking the unwary. There might be some unpleasant elements in this book that some might find upsetting, so I urge a bit of caution while reading.
I truly enjoyed this book and I can’t wait to find out what happens next. I’m rating this book 5 out of 5 stars. If you enjoy books by this author, in the horror genre, or apocalypse style then this book is a good choice to pick up.
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No
For me, the characters are hard to love. The plot feels focused on fighting/gore a lot, which isn’t necessarily bad. I do wish there was a bit more depth to the characters though. However, it’s gripping enough for me to continue the series!