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'This Land of Monsters' review
This Land of MonstersThe Walking Dead, taken to the next level.
This Land of Monsters was a very easy book to get hooked on. It starts out following two people, an abusive stepfather and a stepson trying to stay out of his way as they make their way through the (Z word) apocalypse. Very quickly you see the relationship between stepfather and stepson. Their personalities show very soon as well. This relationship carries a good part of the tension in this book.
Mr. Gabrielle’s take on (Z word’s) is unique as well, with them classified into two types, fast and dangerous (howlers), and slow and harmless (slowpokes).
This book plays out very similar to an episode of the walking dead. Two survivors run across a community and are welcomed, but then danger comes lurking and they must defend their newfound home.
Relationships are what drive this story, making you care for the people you meet and worry about their safety.
There’s intrigue, suspense, and downright terror to be had as this story unfolds. Mr. Gabrielle even introduced a new element into the (Z word) genre which made the cold, calculating, villain that much more despicable.
What I liked.
The focus on characters, creating empathy with them made the story stronger.
The intrigue and tension were played very well.
The new twist on the (Z word) genre.
Interesting variations on the Z word.
What I disliked.
This was a fast read even though it was over 300 pages. I found myself wanting a sequel.
Secondary characters seemed like cannon fodder, Not given much ‘screen time’.
If you like The Walking Dead or any other books, shows, or movies in the (Z word) genre, you should read this book.
This Land of Monsters was a very easy book to get hooked on. It starts out following two people, an abusive stepfather and a stepson trying to stay out of his way as they make their way through the (Z word) apocalypse. Very quickly you see the relationship between stepfather and stepson. Their personalities show very soon as well. This relationship carries a good part of the tension in this book.
Mr. Gabrielle’s take on (Z word’s) is unique as well, with them classified into two types, fast and dangerous (howlers), and slow and harmless (slowpokes).
This book plays out very similar to an episode of the walking dead. Two survivors run across a community and are welcomed, but then danger comes lurking and they must defend their newfound home.
Relationships are what drive this story, making you care for the people you meet and worry about their safety.
There’s intrigue, suspense, and downright terror to be had as this story unfolds. Mr. Gabrielle even introduced a new element into the (Z word) genre which made the cold, calculating, villain that much more despicable.
What I liked.
The focus on characters, creating empathy with them made the story stronger.
The intrigue and tension were played very well.
The new twist on the (Z word) genre.
Interesting variations on the Z word.
What I disliked.
This was a fast read even though it was over 300 pages. I found myself wanting a sequel.
Secondary characters seemed like cannon fodder, Not given much ‘screen time’.
If you like The Walking Dead or any other books, shows, or movies in the (Z word) genre, you should read this book.
Indie readers Christmas wish list
Ho, ho, ho, it’s time to stuff your face with turkey, take a nap, wake up and spend all your money on gifts no one wants.
Wait, what?
Instead of that, why not buy the book readers on your list something they might actually like and support some amazing indie authors at the same time?
So to help you out with that, I’ve created a list of indie author books that I highly recommend, separated by genre.
So in no certain order.
Psychological thriller/mystery –The Consequence of Loyalty
A State Of Despair
Serial Killer with a twist - Hidden Danger: A Chilling Psychological Thriller
Crime Noir/Psychological thriller - Dark White
Paranormal Mystery/ Suspense thriller - Bits & Pieces Pieces & Parts
Zombie/post apocalyptic thriller - This Land of Monsters
Serial killer thriller/horror - The Eighteenth
Urban fiction/Suspense - Cove Valley
Fantasy adventure/military - The Siege of Sternz Shadows of the Past
And if you're in the mood for a crime novel set in a prison - One on One
Or a young adult book about football - Endzone
Merry Christmas and Happy reading!
Wait, what?
Instead of that, why not buy the book readers on your list something they might actually like and support some amazing indie authors at the same time?
So to help you out with that, I’ve created a list of indie author books that I highly recommend, separated by genre.
So in no certain order.
Psychological thriller/mystery –The Consequence of Loyalty
A State Of Despair
Serial Killer with a twist - Hidden Danger: A Chilling Psychological Thriller
Crime Noir/Psychological thriller - Dark White
Paranormal Mystery/ Suspense thriller - Bits & Pieces Pieces & Parts
Zombie/post apocalyptic thriller - This Land of Monsters
Serial killer thriller/horror - The Eighteenth
Urban fiction/Suspense - Cove Valley
Fantasy adventure/military - The Siege of Sternz Shadows of the Past
And if you're in the mood for a crime novel set in a prison - One on One
Or a young adult book about football - Endzone
Merry Christmas and Happy reading!
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