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donitaluz's review against another edition
4.0
Life After The Undead is surprisingly the very first zombie novel I've ever read and this is certainly not going to be the last time!
It wasn't really my intention to avoid reading zombie novels. I just never had the chance to read one sooner because, well I know this is embarrassing, but I thought, watching about them is more interactive and believable. You know like TWD, Dawn of the Dead etc. yeah well, I totLLY underestimated my imagination.
Life After The Undead was such a fast-paced and action packed book that I was having a hard time putting it down. The story brought you right away in the apocalypse with Krista that you barely have time to breath!
Krista's family were able to survive the first wave of the attack of the zombies, they managed to survive because of Krista's intuition alone, until her father decided that to split up is the best idea to look for help. Her father goes out alone and when he didn't return overnight, her mother followed to look for him, leaving Krista alone to survive.
I enjoy this book a lot, I ALMOST finished it in one sitting, if not for all the responsibilities that demands my attention! There were never dull moments on the book which is a total winner for me. Romance? What do you mean Romance? The world is fucking filled with zombies, who's got time to flirt with any one?
One of the only complain I have is that the world-building wasn't much established. Just like any other story about Zombies, the story didn't much elaborate where the Undead came from yet, which is one of the reason I'm definitely looking forward to read the next book in this series, I'm hoping more of it will be revealed in the next book.
Regardless of my only issue, I love a lot of things in this book to care. I love the new cover. I love all of the action, gore and bloods included that made me unable to put the book down so easily, it's refreshingly surprising. I love the relatable and strong-ass heroine and I absolutely love the light romance included in the book.
If you enjoy reading Zombie Novels and doesn't shy away with gores and blood with a flawed, yet strong heroine then Life after the Undead is definitely more than worth a try!
This book was given to me by the publisher in exchange for an honest review. This doesn't in any way affect my opinion and review. :)
It wasn't really my intention to avoid reading zombie novels. I just never had the chance to read one sooner because, well I know this is embarrassing, but I thought, watching about them is more interactive and believable. You know like TWD, Dawn of the Dead etc. yeah well, I totLLY underestimated my imagination.
Life After The Undead was such a fast-paced and action packed book that I was having a hard time putting it down. The story brought you right away in the apocalypse with Krista that you barely have time to breath!
"The day the world did end was pretty nondescript. By that I mean there was no nuclear explosion or asteroid or monumental natural disaster. There weren’t even any horsemen or plagues to announce the end was coming. The world ended fairly quietly."This follow the story of Krista as she try to live her life alone in this post-apocalyptic world where the dead rose from the grave suddenly craving from the flesh. Krista is a very realistic and adorable MC that I was able to connect with her from the very first chapter of the book.
"I had fascination with the dark, the macabre, although I wasn't a Goth or Emo. I read books and magazines about serial killers. I didn't idolized them or want to be like them-hell no- I was fascinated with how evil and black a human's soul could get."Once upon a time, before I become a software developer, I originally wanted to be a psychologist. I don't know, sometime, watching people do what they do fascinates me. But enough about me! Allow me to introduce more of Krista. Her fascination with the human behavior eventually proved to be useful as it helped her be emotionally prepared to survived the "Zompocalypse".
Krista's family were able to survive the first wave of the attack of the zombies, they managed to survive because of Krista's intuition alone, until her father decided that to split up is the best idea to look for help. Her father goes out alone and when he didn't return overnight, her mother followed to look for him, leaving Krista alone to survive.
"There had to be survivors. I had to find them. Human life always found a way to survive the direst situations. It was the only glimmer of hope I had."Krista's brave, a little bit spoiled(being the only child that she is) but practical, strong and a freaking bad-ass! In short she's one hell of a kick-ass girl that you would definitely root for!
"I realized at that moment, I didn't need to worry about the creatures, they needed to worry about me. I cautioned myself about being cocky, but I thought I deserved to bask in my awesomeness for a few minutes."You go girl!
I enjoy this book a lot, I ALMOST finished it in one sitting, if not for all the responsibilities that demands my attention! There were never dull moments on the book which is a total winner for me. Romance? What do you mean Romance? The world is fucking filled with zombies, who's got time to flirt with any one?
"Guys? Who the hell cared about guys at this point in time?"LOL. Just Kidding. There's actually this one guy, Quinn who suddenly appears and made Krista felt something she haven't felt before. No- it's nothing like those ridiculous insta-love we used to read in some YA books. I like their relationship as they aren't dependent on each other. They've got each other's back and I think that's just the sweetest.
One of the only complain I have is that the world-building wasn't much established. Just like any other story about Zombies, the story didn't much elaborate where the Undead came from yet, which is one of the reason I'm definitely looking forward to read the next book in this series, I'm hoping more of it will be revealed in the next book.
Regardless of my only issue, I love a lot of things in this book to care. I love the new cover. I love all of the action, gore and bloods included that made me unable to put the book down so easily, it's refreshingly surprising. I love the relatable and strong-ass heroine and I absolutely love the light romance included in the book.
If you enjoy reading Zombie Novels and doesn't shy away with gores and blood with a flawed, yet strong heroine then Life after the Undead is definitely more than worth a try!
This book was given to me by the publisher in exchange for an honest review. This doesn't in any way affect my opinion and review. :)
aly36's review against another edition
4.0
Most of the time I can take or leave zombies and apocalyptic stories. But this book was a bit different for me. I thought it was fun and exciting. I enjoyed the story and the characters. I have not heard much about this author but I was excited to give her book a chance. I'm glad I did. * I received this book from Netgalley in exchange for an honest review*
secre's review against another edition
Genuinely found this generic and boring. The writing style isn't horrendous, but it's nothing special either. The world building adds nothing new to the whole zombie apocalypse momentum and in fact doesn't even fill holes within it's own world; you definitely turn by being bitten, so whatever it is can be passed through saliva and blood. However, you are not concerned at all about being covered in zombie gore? Minor issue there.
On top of this, I found just about everything about the world building and the characterisations to just be samey and tedios, Characters act in random ways for no obvious reason; there's no explanation as to why Liet is a tyrant for instance, he has no motive other than pique and he is therefore a flat and two dimensional character. Krista is no more fully fleshed out and she flits between being an scared teenager to wanting to go out on fighting missions.
There's no attempt to explain the zombies or to empathise with them; Krista blames the zombies for killing her parents and she wants to take her revenge. That's fine, but again it's a thin motive to base someone's entire actions and personality off. It would have been far more interesting to read had there been some form of thought to the fact that the zombies were once human and are also victims.
All in all, weak writing style, weak narrative arc, weak world-building and weak characterisations. Not impressed.
On top of this, I found just about everything about the world building and the characterisations to just be samey and tedios, Characters act in random ways for no obvious reason; there's no explanation as to why Liet is a tyrant for instance, he has no motive other than pique and he is therefore a flat and two dimensional character. Krista is no more fully fleshed out and she flits between being an scared teenager to wanting to go out on fighting missions.
There's no attempt to explain the zombies or to empathise with them; Krista blames the zombies for killing her parents and she wants to take her revenge. That's fine, but again it's a thin motive to base someone's entire actions and personality off. It would have been far more interesting to read had there been some form of thought to the fact that the zombies were once human and are also victims.
All in all, weak writing style, weak narrative arc, weak world-building and weak characterisations. Not impressed.
gatun's review against another edition
3.0
I requested a review copy of Life After the Undead by Pembroke Sinclair because I have a love for post apocalyptic literature. I think it comes from growing up during the cold war and practicing the bomb drills at school. Life After the Undead is an apocalypse brought about by, you guessed it, zombies.
Zombies are really a hot market right now. One of my son’s friends is taking a zombies in film class to fulfill an degree requirement. A whole class on zombie films, like I said they are a hot item. By virtue of so many mediums (books, films, comics and probably performance art) mining the topic, it is getting somewhat stale. The great zombie creations are fewer and fewer.
Life After the Undead has potential but it is not one of the great ones. Too much of the plot was been there and read that. The main character Krista is a teenager who deals with mean girls at school and parents who do not approve of her fascination with serial killers. When the event happens, her life changes very quickly.
This is where I had problems with the book. Krista is somewhat developed but the secondary characters are not. The first set of mean girls at the very beginning have almost exact twins later in the book. Her safe haven turns out to be working as a servant for one of the powerful families that control the state of Florida. But we never find out how they got control or why people would put up with virtual slavery.
The creepiest character is not the zombies but Krista’s second cousin, Liet. He is much older than her and seems to be grooming her for his own sick reasons. He flashes between psycho, pervert and big brother often and with very little explanation. He was not real to me. He was a cardboard cutout of a villain.
Even though there are aspects of the book I did not like, listed above, there is great potential here. The author has started creating a good universe that more can be done with. Krista is certainly a workable character. Allow her to mature and grow. Please, please allow her to be strong on her own and not need a man to rescue her (pet peeve).
I am sure from the ending of the book that there is a sequel coming. I hope the author does continue writing in this universe and does allow her characters to grow. I think other than the pervy Liet, this would be a great series for a older teen/young adult who likes zombies. I rate it 3 of 5 stars.
I received a free copy from NetGalley in exchange for a honest review.
Zombies are really a hot market right now. One of my son’s friends is taking a zombies in film class to fulfill an degree requirement. A whole class on zombie films, like I said they are a hot item. By virtue of so many mediums (books, films, comics and probably performance art) mining the topic, it is getting somewhat stale. The great zombie creations are fewer and fewer.
Life After the Undead has potential but it is not one of the great ones. Too much of the plot was been there and read that. The main character Krista is a teenager who deals with mean girls at school and parents who do not approve of her fascination with serial killers. When the event happens, her life changes very quickly.
This is where I had problems with the book. Krista is somewhat developed but the secondary characters are not. The first set of mean girls at the very beginning have almost exact twins later in the book. Her safe haven turns out to be working as a servant for one of the powerful families that control the state of Florida. But we never find out how they got control or why people would put up with virtual slavery.
The creepiest character is not the zombies but Krista’s second cousin, Liet. He is much older than her and seems to be grooming her for his own sick reasons. He flashes between psycho, pervert and big brother often and with very little explanation. He was not real to me. He was a cardboard cutout of a villain.
Even though there are aspects of the book I did not like, listed above, there is great potential here. The author has started creating a good universe that more can be done with. Krista is certainly a workable character. Allow her to mature and grow. Please, please allow her to be strong on her own and not need a man to rescue her (pet peeve).
I am sure from the ending of the book that there is a sequel coming. I hope the author does continue writing in this universe and does allow her characters to grow. I think other than the pervy Liet, this would be a great series for a older teen/young adult who likes zombies. I rate it 3 of 5 stars.
I received a free copy from NetGalley in exchange for a honest review.
wulfwyn's review against another edition
4.0
I found this book to be riveting. I wasn't expecting the romance part after all it is a zombie book. However it is good to know that love will go on. The narrator is Krista, a teenager. This is the first book with Death to the Undead being the second and, I believe, final part. I recommend reading the books in order. I also would advise you to get both books. You will want to start the second right away.
Even with the mature theme of violence I would let a young teen read this. The author stayed true to the audience.
Even with the mature theme of violence I would let a young teen read this. The author stayed true to the audience.
kixfan's review
5.0
What a truly entertaining story this weaved. I really enjoyed reading it. Krista was a great heroine and Liet was a great villain as well. As zombie apocalypse stories go I'd rank this one up near the top of my list. It would make a truly wonderful TV show...HEY NETFLIX!!!! Highly recommend this one to all fans of the genre.
kimsly's review
adventurous
dark
fast-paced
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
1.0
wordsofapaige's review
2.0
I received a copy of this book from Netgalley.
I really, really wanted to like this book, and I did read the whole thing in a few days. But there were just a few niggling issues that evolved into bigger problems that stopped me enjoying the book.
I've read quite a few zombie books and it was interesting to read a book where the people were the main feature and not the zombies. There were a whole mix of characters, some who developed fairly well, and some who got left behind.
Krista is our main character, and she probably has one of the better developments in the book. Although there is a paragraph at the start detailing how she likes the macabre and serial killers which was pretty unnecessary, it never gets bought up again after that first time. I like that she can't immediately fire a gun and begins to notice the issues with Florida and North Palette. Unfortunately, many of the characters get left behind with little to no development, or their personalities change drastically with no explanation (maybe it'll be explained in the next book).
The worlds building was shake-y for me. I've never been to America but it felt like Sinclair made America too small, like it took 4 hours to drive to Canada, when Florida is still also a few hours away? Perhaps it's my reading of the book but it frustrated me because it just felt slightly wrong. Plus, the zombie migrate west to escape the heat that will ultimately decompose them, but surely they should be migrating north instead? Just moving west leaves them in the same temperatures. Moving west to California isn't going to stop the heat? It just didn't make sense to me.
There's also parts of the book which are well written and draw you in but every now and again there is a bump and you're pulled out of the book by a strangely written passage. One of Sinclair's worst offenders is feeling the need to detail when the characters 'kissed on the mouth', like surely 'kissed' would be enough? It felt like the author had no experience with relationships, or doesn't know how to write them. Things move too fast in some places and too slow in others. A good relationship can hold a book together in my opinion but with the one it's actually the part that ruined it the most for me.
Like I said at the start of the review, these are only small issues, but it's enough to obscure my enjoyment of the book.
I really, really wanted to like this book, and I did read the whole thing in a few days. But there were just a few niggling issues that evolved into bigger problems that stopped me enjoying the book.
I've read quite a few zombie books and it was interesting to read a book where the people were the main feature and not the zombies. There were a whole mix of characters, some who developed fairly well, and some who got left behind.
Krista is our main character, and she probably has one of the better developments in the book. Although there is a paragraph at the start detailing how she likes the macabre and serial killers which was pretty unnecessary, it never gets bought up again after that first time. I like that she can't immediately fire a gun and begins to notice the issues with Florida and North Palette. Unfortunately, many of the characters get left behind with little to no development, or their personalities change drastically with no explanation (maybe it'll be explained in the next book).
The worlds building was shake-y for me. I've never been to America but it felt like Sinclair made America too small, like it took 4 hours to drive to Canada, when Florida is still also a few hours away? Perhaps it's my reading of the book but it frustrated me because it just felt slightly wrong. Plus, the zombie migrate west to escape the heat that will ultimately decompose them, but surely they should be migrating north instead? Just moving west leaves them in the same temperatures. Moving west to California isn't going to stop the heat? It just didn't make sense to me.
There's also parts of the book which are well written and draw you in but every now and again there is a bump and you're pulled out of the book by a strangely written passage. One of Sinclair's worst offenders is feeling the need to detail when the characters 'kissed on the mouth', like surely 'kissed' would be enough? It felt like the author had no experience with relationships, or doesn't know how to write them. Things move too fast in some places and too slow in others. A good relationship can hold a book together in my opinion but with the one it's actually the part that ruined it the most for me.
Like I said at the start of the review, these are only small issues, but it's enough to obscure my enjoyment of the book.