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triciace's review
adventurous
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
kkomo's review
5.0
astounding!
SLF’s first zombie series was my actual first read in the genre. I thought that’s why that series stuck in my head (and at the top of my list) for so long. Nope, it’s because her writing style is SO FREAKING INCREDIBLE!
In my 20’s, I read “Until the End of the World” series, and it was relatable, fantastic, amazing- all the things. In my 30’s, I sooooo relate to Rose. This series has started with a top tier book, and I can’t wait to see where it goes.
Seriously, if you like anything post-apocalyptic related, this is an absolute must read. So very well done, SLF!
SLF’s first zombie series was my actual first read in the genre. I thought that’s why that series stuck in my head (and at the top of my list) for so long. Nope, it’s because her writing style is SO FREAKING INCREDIBLE!
In my 20’s, I read “Until the End of the World” series, and it was relatable, fantastic, amazing- all the things. In my 30’s, I sooooo relate to Rose. This series has started with a top tier book, and I can’t wait to see where it goes.
Seriously, if you like anything post-apocalyptic related, this is an absolute must read. So very well done, SLF!
mystyrose's review
adventurous
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
jenbsbooks's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
tense
4.25
I liked this a lot ... just for me to give a 5*, it needs that little extra something (saving profound quotes, things I'd like to discuss, definitely recommend, want a copy to keep). At 700+ pages, this totally kept my interest, I'm moving on to the next book ... there were a few times I'd mention something in the book to those around me (my book is talking about during the apocalypse, they were happy they'd just stocked up on toilet paper and "butt wipes" ... reminds me of Covid and your comment about wipes/TP).
I've read this author's The City trilogy, and have the Until The End Of The World series on my list and already have them in my Audible library. I seem to recall The City series being duet narration (one male one female narrator, female narrator doing all female voices, male doing all male). This is basic multi-person narration, each narrator handling a POV. There's Rose, Tom, Clara and Craig.
One pet peeve ... the chapters in the table of contents do NOT include the POV, they are just a chronological listing. How hard is it to include the header/POV? If I want to go back and look up something, and I remember whose head I was in, the TOC with POVs listed can be a lifesaver. Looking at book 2, I can see that they have remedied this in that publication. Thank you.
Rose seems to be the main character, with Tom a close second (the most chapters). Clara gets a few, and Craig doesn't even start up until ... well, I don't know, because I can't tell from the TOC and I'm not willing to go through every chapter to look. 1/3 of the way in? It was a bit of a shift to suddenly switch to this guy in California that we (the reader) didn't know, didn't know the connection (had I missed his name being mentioned, I remember Rose wanted to get in contact with her friend but hadn't zoned in on the name to realize he would be a character later on). It was interesting to watch Craig's development.
Pretty gruesome in parts (I mean ... can it NOT be, being a zombie apocalypse?). There is some language (f x 143), some slight sexual content (talk, an interaction, and all types of relationships addressed, gay, asexual).
Text available in KindleUnlimited (which I do have at the moment) and I bought the Audible during a sale. This is an Amazon only ... not available at libraries.
I've read this author's The City trilogy, and have the Until The End Of The World series on my list and already have them in my Audible library. I seem to recall The City series being duet narration (one male one female narrator, female narrator doing all female voices, male doing all male). This is basic multi-person narration, each narrator handling a POV. There's Rose, Tom, Clara and Craig.
One pet peeve ... the chapters in the table of contents do NOT include the POV, they are just a chronological listing. How hard is it to include the header/POV? If I want to go back and look up something, and I remember whose head I was in, the TOC with POVs listed can be a lifesaver. Looking at book 2, I can see that they have remedied this in that publication. Thank you.
Rose seems to be the main character, with Tom a close second (the most chapters). Clara gets a few, and Craig doesn't even start up until ... well, I don't know, because I can't tell from the TOC and I'm not willing to go through every chapter to look. 1/3 of the way in? It was a bit of a shift to suddenly switch to this guy in California that we (the reader) didn't know, didn't know the connection (had I missed his name being mentioned, I remember Rose wanted to get in contact with her friend but hadn't zoned in on the name to realize he would be a character later on). It was interesting to watch Craig's development.
Pretty gruesome in parts (I mean ... can it NOT be, being a zombie apocalypse?). There is some language (f x 143), some slight sexual content (talk, an interaction, and all types of relationships addressed, gay, asexual).
Text available in KindleUnlimited (which I do have at the moment) and I bought the Audible during a sale. This is an Amazon only ... not available at libraries.
jessewatt24's review
adventurous
dark
emotional
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
teirney_hill's review
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
bookworm1507's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0
ell_31's review
I was loving this book the writing is good, I love the characters and the emotions and realness of them. I got to the end of chapter 41 of 74 and as soon as rose said she would forgive her husband I was out! I couldn’t do it! I hate him for what he’s put her through and I know later on it prolly won’t be the case but I can’t bring myself to read any scenes of them together acting happy!
I’m probably gonna come back to it later but for now I need a break haha
I’m probably gonna come back to it later but for now I need a break haha
Content Warnings
Moderate: Blood, Violence, Gore, Child death, Body horror, and Death of parent
Minor: Suicidal thoughts, Drug abuse, and Toxic relationship
izziede's review against another edition
4.0
Really liked this book.
The Hero and heroine are married to other people.
The Hero's wife dies pretty quickly.
The heroine's husband is in a different location for the first part of the book.
They both are intimate with their marriage partners but it's very vague.
The couple's are friends so they all knew each other before the event.
Side stories with other characters.
Don't get too fond of anyone.
Quite a bit of violence, fighting off zombies.
Tbc.
The Hero and heroine are married to other people.
The Hero's wife dies pretty quickly.
The heroine's husband is in a different location for the first part of the book.
They both are intimate with their marriage partners but it's very vague.
The couple's are friends so they all knew each other before the event.
Side stories with other characters.
Don't get too fond of anyone.
Quite a bit of violence, fighting off zombies.
Tbc.
wims's review against another edition
5.0
Another winner from Sarah Lyons Fleming! If you're into military-type shoot-'em-up zombie thrillers, then this isn't the book for you. But if you're into character-driven fiction (even if you're not into zombies), then you should definitely check out Fleming's work.
There are people in these books -- real, well-drawn three-dimensional characters. There's heartbreak and drama, but there's also laugh-out-loud humor. And Fleming has spent enough time in this world that she has a good handle on her particular brand of zombies, their behavior, and the spread of the virus.
This is the start of a new series set in the Pacific Northwest. Her other two series are set in the same world, but you do not have to read them to enjoy this book. However, I'd recommend that if you like this book, you grab those up, too! You will love them!
By the way, I was a proofreader for this series, but I went ahead and bought the Kindle book anyway (and I'll buy it on audio when available). Good writing should be financially supported.
There are people in these books -- real, well-drawn three-dimensional characters. There's heartbreak and drama, but there's also laugh-out-loud humor. And Fleming has spent enough time in this world that she has a good handle on her particular brand of zombies, their behavior, and the spread of the virus.
This is the start of a new series set in the Pacific Northwest. Her other two series are set in the same world, but you do not have to read them to enjoy this book. However, I'd recommend that if you like this book, you grab those up, too! You will love them!
By the way, I was a proofreader for this series, but I went ahead and bought the Kindle book anyway (and I'll buy it on audio when available). Good writing should be financially supported.