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_thunderhead_'s review against another edition
dark
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
radmike91's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
inkwithimagination's review
dark
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
We Are The Dead by Mike Shackle is an absolute thrill ride from start to finish. The relentless action and ominous atmosphere kept me on the edge of my seat, make me unable to sit or lay down comfortably due to the adrenaline coursing through the story. Shackle's compelling writing really draws me in, making it irresistible to put the book down.
The characters are well-developed, and the world-building is immersive, adding layers of depth to the intense plot. From gripping atmosphere to heart-pounding moments, every page of this book is a testament to Shackle's talent for storytelling. I thoroughly enjoyed every moment and can't wait to dive into the next book in the series. Highly recommended for fans of gripping and suspenseful tales.
The characters are well-developed, and the world-building is immersive, adding layers of depth to the intense plot. From gripping atmosphere to heart-pounding moments, every page of this book is a testament to Shackle's talent for storytelling. I thoroughly enjoyed every moment and can't wait to dive into the next book in the series. Highly recommended for fans of gripping and suspenseful tales.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Murder, and War
outatime85's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
mysterious
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
4.5
slezy's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
hugorhill1's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
internetrichie's review against another edition
dark
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
nclcaitlin's review against another edition
3.75
For seven hundred years, no enemy had ever defeated the Shulka in battle. They were chosen from the elite noble and trained to be invincible. The best of the best. The bravest of the brave.
Unexpectedly, the Egril, their old enemy, attacks. However, they were not the mindless barbarians they were supposed to be and they decimate the Shulka, bringing with them demons and a new God to devoutly follow.
Tinnstra was the daughter of a Shulka legend, yet she didn't fit in. She was a coward. She wanted to live.
Dren was the son of a fisherman, but the invasion lost him everything. Now, he is hellbent on revenge and will burn down the world if it means taking some of the Egril down with him.
Yas is a young newly made widow, penniless, and now a cleaner for the enemy to feed her mother and baby.
Along with other perspectives, this epic tale questions what to do after an invasion. Do you accept the reign and try and survive, or do you fight back, endangering yourself and those around you?
Dren is essential to this idea. He’s a sixteen year old boy angry at the world. He’s fine with killing innocents so long as he’s fighting back. However, is the cost worth it? It makes him hard to like, but also understandable.
This is such an interesting book, as the occupation makes the good guys seem as evil as the bad guys. This makes you question who is worse - oftentimes, there is more hatred for the actions of those who should be allies.
”They should be fighting. Everyone should be. We're never going to win this war if most people just shrug and do fuck all except moan about how life isn't what it used to be. If you choose to be a sheep, then don't be surprised when you end up in the slaughter yard.”
If you enjoyed this, I would recommend The Black Coast.
Unexpectedly, the Egril, their old enemy, attacks. However, they were not the mindless barbarians they were supposed to be and they decimate the Shulka, bringing with them demons and a new God to devoutly follow.
Tinnstra was the daughter of a Shulka legend, yet she didn't fit in. She was a coward. She wanted to live.
Dren was the son of a fisherman, but the invasion lost him everything. Now, he is hellbent on revenge and will burn down the world if it means taking some of the Egril down with him.
Yas is a young newly made widow, penniless, and now a cleaner for the enemy to feed her mother and baby.
Along with other perspectives, this epic tale questions what to do after an invasion. Do you accept the reign and try and survive, or do you fight back, endangering yourself and those around you?
Dren is essential to this idea. He’s a sixteen year old boy angry at the world. He’s fine with killing innocents so long as he’s fighting back. However, is the cost worth it? It makes him hard to like, but also understandable.
This is such an interesting book, as the occupation makes the good guys seem as evil as the bad guys. This makes you question who is worse - oftentimes, there is more hatred for the actions of those who should be allies.
”They should be fighting. Everyone should be. We're never going to win this war if most people just shrug and do fuck all except moan about how life isn't what it used to be. If you choose to be a sheep, then don't be surprised when you end up in the slaughter yard.”
If you enjoyed this, I would recommend The Black Coast.
lloydie666's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0