Minggu, 07 Desember 2014

FREE Zombie & Apocalyptic Books on Amazon today!






Today is a quick post for those of you who love zombies and apocalyptic reads. 

I went in search on Amazon for new zombie and/or apocalyptic reads and discovered to my surprise 10...yes I said 10 books from authors Ive not read before.

To top it all they were all FREE at the time of posting this; so I just had to share these amazing finds with you all. Its an early Christmas pressie for me I cant wait to start reading them. Its a perfect chance to try some new authors you wouldn't normally read.

Just click the books to take you directly to Amazon UK


I also bought these 2 books as well, as they were under a pound so still an amazing bargain.
Make a zombie/dystonian-aholic happy this Christmas with any of these books they will think you've spent a fortune on them. ;-)
Which books take your fancy or if you've read any of these books let me know what you think? Plus you will of course be seeing my own book reviews as I read them.
Bye for now!


Savage by Iain Rob Wright Book Review


by Iain Rob Wright


Blurb
SOMETIMES BEING ALONE IS BETTER…
The world has crumbled and the dead walk the earth, but all is not lost, yet. A group of survivors seek salvation at an abandoned pier where the dead can’t get them.

But the dead are not the only threat.

The people on the pier are not the only group of survivors. There are others out there: bigger, nastier groups. And one just turned up right on the doorstep…

The world may have changed, but people haven’t.


 
I have just read Ravage the preceding book to this one but you can still jump straight in and read this book without having to know what happened before. Although Im really happy to see Anna and Rene again I would have loved to have known how they got here and what happened to the rest of the group they were with.
According to other reviewers this book has the highest overlap of characters from other books which makes it quite exciting as you really get to know the characters.
I love the group on the pier, its a good mix of different people and Ive really taken to Poppy a typical headstrong young girl latching onto Garfield; a tough ginger headed guy whose not afraid to take charge and head off with the foraging parties. He also has a huge soft spot for Poppy after saving her life. Garfield is a likable, believable guy and your rooting for him throughout this read with brilliant character development from Iain again.

One of the foraging missions will cause trouble however as they return with a wounded; but wanted man that has escaped from a large powerful group out at sea. The psychotic power hungry boss of this group Samuel Raymeady decides that their refusal to just hand him over means war; resulting in catastrophic results to the closely knit group on the pier. A furious Anna and Rene take matters in their own hands and go to face him....never a good move!

Roman/Damian (from Final Winter) works for Samuel and is another force to be reckoned with but whose side is he on?

This book proves its not always the zombies you need to look out for and there is more about the sour end of human nature than about the zombies in this book with Sally and Samuel around.
A good author is never scared to kill off favorite characters and there are some shocking and sad moments throughout this read.
I have to say, we as the reader feel everything through the authors highly descriptive text and it feels that we are right there next to that character; good or bad. So with sadness comes some good with another fantastic ending and another highly recommended read!

 Buy yours from Amazon UK / US and Goodreads


 Author Bio


Iain Rob Wright is one of the UK's most successful horror and suspense writers, with novels including the critically acclaimed, THE FINAL WINTER; the disturbing bestseller, ASBO; and the wicked screamfest, THE HOUSEMATES.
His work is currently being adapted for graphic novels, audio books, and foreign audiences. He is an active member of the Horror Writer Association and a massive animal lover.
Check out Iain's official website for updates at: http://www.iainrobwright.com or add him on Facebook where he would love to meet you.




All my thanks goes to Iain for sending me this copy for an honest review.
*I am now reading through many more of Iain's novels and will be posting regular reviews on them.

Please see my other reviews for Iain Rob Wrights Books below






Rabu, 03 Desember 2014

Alien Invasion manual (Owners resistance Manual) and Zombie Survival Guide by Sean T page Book Review

by Sean T page

After reading and reviewing the Zombie Survival manual by Sean T Page I was blown away to receive a message from Sean himself asking if I would like to review his new Alien Invasion manual. 
Of course I said yes and couldn't wait to see it.

Do you want to protect the planet?
 Are you ready incase "they" come, do you know who "they" are?
Do you know what to do and how to defend yourself?

Pop on your tin foil hat and get reading but don't tell anyone...you don't know who maybe listening...shushssh!


 I loved the style and design of these two books; the fact they are based on the Haynes manuals gives a unique fun twist to them. Haynes is recognizable to most of us for their car and engine books...some considered stuffy...until recently when we have started to see some cool, fun manuals appearing...perfect for us geeks eg; The Marvel vehicle owners workshop manual, The International Space Station,  The Millennium Falcon and even The Imperial Deathstar and Thunderbirds...yay!
But now instead of manuals we have the very first 2 amazing fun survival books  from Sean T page, the first Zombie Survival book I reviewed here and now his latest release Alien Invasion!

Blurb
With many of the world's top scientists now predicting that the Earth will be invaded by aliens within the next few decades, the battle to defend our planet from fiendish extra-terrestrials is no longer the realm of science fiction. UFO sightings and abduction cases continue to increase, with millions around the world now reporting that they have been held by aliens - everything is pointing to a day when we will be invaded by forces from beyond our Solar System. But don't panic - the Alien Invasion Manual has been designed to provide you with the very latest scientific insight and intelligence available on aliens and their plans to take over our gleaming blue planet. In true Haynes style, it aims to demonstrate how with the right knowledge, training and a substantial reel of aluminium foil, the concerned citizen can really hit ET where it hurts. You can protect your home and family from mind-bending abductions, you can ensure that you remain free of any sinister implants and you can determine which shape-shifting lizards are working to take over society. Accompanied by illustrations, maps, diagrams and step-by-step instructions, this resistance manual will be essential reading for those interested in protecting the planet from alien invaders
  • Discover the truth about aliens and how they have already infiltrated Earth.
  •  Learn the real story behind the Roswell crash, Area 51 and terrifying facts about alien abductions.
  • Read about the alien species that threaten us - from the DNA-hungry Greys to the shape shifting Draconian reptiles.
  • Become an Extra-terrestrial Prepper - trained and ready to defend our planet.
  • Create an abduction 'safe room' in your home and learn how to fight alien invaders.
  •  A comprehensive analysis of alien invasion strategies and how humanity can defeat them.
  •  A complete blueprint to the defending of our Solar System.
  • Plus hundreds of new uses for aluminum foil.

So cool having the Workshop crossed out and replaced by Resistance.

Opinion
This is a complete manual in original "Haynes style" offering the everyday person like you and me information on how to save ourselves from an Alien invasion. Giving us detailed knowledge and training of how to protect yourself and your family when and if we are invaded.

First I have to say...wow...what gorgeous excellent quality A4, hardbacked, glossy paged books these are, you really feel your getting value for money and its a brilliant thoroughly researched tongue in cheek coffee table book.


We were never here!
If you love this cover or its sparked that curiosity; you will love the inside even more. Im so proud to have these lying on my coffee table; as friends and family just cant help picking them up and have a quick thumb through; its a great conversation starter with such a fascinating subject that everyone is interested in on some level....how can you not be!

 When you first look inside you are faced with a "Don't Panic"  page! Sean explains its published by the Ministry of Alien Defense in London who have access to the US air UFO files, abduction cases, evidence from UFO crash sites and alleged top secret plans about the newly created Earth Defense force. So you know you will be getting a wonderfully blended mix of facts and fiction with light hearted assumptions and its up to you what you want to agree with, feel free not to believe, but don't come running to me when the probing starts.


Here are just a few snippets of the gorgeous bright, colorful, fun, diagrams and images that are scattered throughout the book which are drawn by brilliant illustrator Ian Moores; and will most certainly make you smile.
The amount of thought and attention to detail that has been added to this manual is waaay more than needed almost like he has inside information! and makes it an incredibly fun read and a fantastic book!


This is an actual picture of Page 51
don't believe people if they say it doesn't exist, we have proof.

Even small details of scorch marks on the pages from...ray guns and burn holes, oily smudges and laser beams and what I really love are the authors hand written comments at some of the information. Lines have been crossed out for "legal reasons" etc; its just like a manual someone has made extra notes in ....love it!

These comments are often funny and adds a really fun connection between author and reader.

Alien encounter levels explained and also alien encounters worldwide throughout history explained with detailed defense strategies from Sean's own knowledge and military background.


Plus fascinating details about alien abduction written in a fun not tedious stuffy way. I cannot stress enough how well written Alien invasion is with so much time, effort and detail put into it; whether you believe it will happen or not its an absolutely fascinatingly fun book to read.


Plus like the Zombie Survival manual you also get The Alien Invasion Exam to pass at the end of the book; to then recieve your own Basic and Advanced certificates....love this idea!
 This will get you laughing so much its hilarious!
I think this is a really nice touch especially for the kids to have and keep up on their wall or even the bigger kids out there...cough...cough..who...me...noo...!

You never know when the aliens may attack...always best to be on your guard!
Even this book would make a fab weapon!
 I don't want to show you too much as it will spoil the book if you want to buy it.

Jam packed with information, diagrams, facts and figures about the little green...or grey men..bugs, Draconians...and all things ET. Plus how too sections on prepping and combat with different alien species and still maintaining a deadpan face its just a brilliant super-duper read!


I am buzzing about both these books as if your a complete geek like me and love anything to do with aliens, apocalypse and zombies, get both of these Haynes manuals; they will make a gorgeous pressie for someone fascinated with the unknown or with learning about survival techniques.
I think there will be some people who will believe every word, but on a more serious note I would like to add to any friendly alien out there; lets have coffee round yours and talk ray guns! But to any Alien Overlord out there wanting to rule the world; then GGR and everyone who has this book looks forward to kicking your ET butt...SIR.


You can buy yours from Amazon UK and US and Goodreads


 These 2 books together would make a fab gift for Christmas.


If you haven't seen the Zombie survival Owners manual...where have you been...?
Here is my previous review I posted last month for Halloween the fun.


 and published by Haynes manuals.
This is actually published by Haynes as in the Haynes manual; nope its not a car manual; instead of Rover, BMW or Ford its one for Surviving against zombies...you know...just incase!
So would you know what to do in the event of a Zombie Apocalypse?
Could you protect your family, forage for food and hold your own if confronted by a horde of the walking dead?
I absolutely had to have this book as you know I'm addicted to zombies; I think the whole front cover design is brilliant at keeping with the zombie blood and gore theme right from the outset.
Small splashes of blood across the cover and Workshop crossed out and Apocalypse written in blood...yess love it!

The back cover is the same and gives you a full explanation of whats inside.
This book is packed with vital information about how to prepare yourself (mentally and physically) and your surroundings for an attack.
If you are an Unbeliever there are still other things in the world which could cause an apocalypse not just zombies. So even though the information in this book is aimed at zombies it could be put to real life if necessary...no seriously it could, start hording tinned goods now people!

Back to the book
This is a brilliant comprehensive guide with a huge range of illustrations, diagrams, maps and step by step instructions for everything you need to know to protect yourself.
The well detailed coloured diagrams are outstanding here are some examples eg; to protect your home, how to fight, collecting the right types of food and the ultimate zombie safe-house.

The obligatory blood hand print!
It may be a fun book to read but the amount of information collated in this book is amazing.
Examples of just some of the info inside;
  • Zombies explained.
  • The science of Zombieology, the facts every Zombiologist need to know.
  • The apocalypse what is it and when?
  • Zombie history.
  • Becoming a zombie survivalist.
  • Home preparation and defense. Securing your home and a 90 day plan.
  • Foraging and transport.

Some examples are;
 At the very end you even have the chance to take your own Zombie survival exam at Advanced level.

After you take your test you even get a basic and advanced certificate right at the back of the book to cut out and frame. It now has pride of place on my desk.
If you need to get rid of some zombies just ask Gadget Girl or better still go get your own Zombie survival guide.
Loved the paragraph at the back saying
I quote;
Warning
There is no guarantee that you will survive a zombie apocalypse we do however offer a full refund if you are eaten within 30 days of a major zombie outbreak.

Opinion
This really is a brilliant book for anyone who is a super fan of the Walking Dead like me or loves their zombie apocalyptic films and reads or is genuinely interested in prepping; as it has some seriousness to it too and above all it makes you think..what if...?
But its a really fun, tongue in cheek coffee book read; after reading a few other zombie guides this is my favorite with the brilliant outstanding illustrations on every page.
Its a large sturdy A4 hardback it has 126 excellent quality glossy pages; which is perfect to use as a weapon too, should you need it. A firm whack to the head should be enough to put your attacking zombie to the ground them crush its skull with your boot till his eyeballs pop out. You can then wipe the book clean to keep safely in your bug-out bag next to your lip gloss, well I'm still a girl after all.
With Christmas creeping closer and Halloween in a few days time this would make an excellent gift.



Author bio
Sean T Page is a zombie survival expert and has provided consultancy to private industry and governments around the world on what to do in the event of a zombie apocalypse. Admittedly, few of them actually asked for the advice in the first place. His qualifications include a 25-metre swimming badge from school and several merits for good attendance. He launched the Ministry of Zombies in 2009 to raise awareness of the zombie threat and has published The Official Zombie Handbook UK and War Against the Walking Dead. He is banned from most government buildings now and some people think he is a bit weird. 
See The Ministry of Zombies webpage
*Plus you need to checkout Sean's Omega Man Untube videos where he stays ina cold war bunker for 5 days in total isolation see here.

Buy yours from Amazon HERE




Selasa, 02 Desember 2014

The Wrath of the Just (Apocalypse Z #3) By Manel Loureiro Book Review


By Manel Loureiro

Blurb
From apocalypse…
An act of terrorism unleashed an unspeakable biological weapon…and hell on earth. But as the masses felled by a hideous virus rose from the dead to prey on the living, a small band of survivors defied death, and its ghastly spawn—determined to outrun the world’s end, and somehow begin again.
To Armageddon…

But beyond the undead-besieged shores of Europe lies something closer to damnation than salvation. Rescued from certain death at sea, the young Spanish lawyer, the beautiful woman he loves, and his brash, battle-hardened best friend—who have weathered the worst of the unnatural disaster—find themselves delivered from a world of horror into a stronghold of hate. In a United States ravaged by the zombie plague and overrun by the undead, only Gulfport, Mississippi offers sanctuary…for a price: subservience to a fascist dictator and his brutal enforcers. But their reign of terror will soon be challenged. By rebels hungry for vengeance, and invaders bent on conquest.


Hiya apocalyptic lovers yes Ive yet another zombie fueled book for you to read and yet another 5 star one too.
I read the last 2 books in this trilogy over a year ago and since then have read loads of zombie books in-between; so I wondered if I should have read them quickly again to remind myself of the plot with my awful memory. I needn't have worried as soon as having read the the first few pages I was straight back on track as though I'd only read the other books yesterday!
Its now 06.15am Ive been reading since 01.30 and Ive just put it down I simply couldn't stop reading this brilliant last in the series...sniff...sniff!

You would think after reading so many zombie-esk books Id be bored fedup...but no...seriously...I love reading them so much.

So the last in the trilogy takes us back to the diary style read of our favorite zombie killer/lawyer and the tough and lovable Ukrainian helicopter pilot Viktor “Prit” Pritchenko and the beautiful distraction from the chaos Lucia; who have fallen in love with each other despite a 10 year age gap. But I think apocalypse happenings throws all rules out the window don't you, if they love each other go for it!
Plus my favorite character and what any zombie apocalypse needs a Persian ginger cat called Lucullus! I love this arrogant Persian...phew thank you Manel for not making him meet a quick zombie snack lol ;-)
Another fab, fast flowing read and so different from my other zombie reads, so many unique ideas and twists.
We don't just have zombies to contend with but the North Koreans are on their way too; but not before the 3 reluctant zombie killers and the cat find themselves in more trouble as they are forced from the safety of their boat in a freak storm onto the "safety" of an oil tanker. Relieved to be alive and in the hands of their over friendly rescuers are things too good to be true ...of course...they are...sigh!

From horrific storms to mad preachers, racists and the Nazi thinking "bleeps" who are the worst of humankind; making this a heart-pounding read from page one so you just cant stop reading.
Manel makes you really care for these brilliant characters who have been so well developed and have comes so far in these 3 books. Each book has improved and thrown us into yet another great plot, leading smoothly from one to the other.
A fab twist is that the the CDC have produced not technically a cure; but a drug that can slow the process down and I loved the descriptive narrative of the fungal spreads on the zombies....say no more...urgh!

I really enjoyed this compelling thoroughly well written trilogy and now am completely gutted its ended. Your swept along with so many thrilling twists and turns and gory action scenes. Plus I fell in love with Lucullus the cat how could you not; but Im sure that most cats would have just scarpered off at the first loud bang or scream in the very first book; but Im so glad he didn't.
I would suggest reading the first 2 books before this one so you can really appreciate what this fab little group have been through and get to know them better; but you could still read this as a stand alone read too...if you wanted to.
I will miss this awesome trio and I cant wait to read more books from Manel.


Buy your copy from Amazon UK and US

*This has been originally published in Spanish and has been translated perfectly to English in this version.
 
Author Bio

An international bestselling author, Manel Loureiro was born in Pontevedra, Spain, and studied law at Universidad de Santiago de Compostela. After graduation, he worked in television, both on-screen (appearing on Television de Galicia) and behind-the-scenes as a writer. Apocalypse Z, his first novel, began as a popular blog before its publication, eventually becoming a bestseller in several countries, including Spain, Italy, and Brazil. Manel has written three novels in the Apocalypse Z series. He currently resides in Pontevedra, Spain, where, in addition to writing, he is still a practicing lawyer.
His Apocalypse Z trilogy--The Beginning of the End, Dark Days, and The Wrath of the Just--took him from the blogosphere to bestsellerdom, earning him acclaim as "the Spanish Stephen King" by La Voz de Galicia. Loureiro continues to reside in his native Pontevedra. 



Checkout my reviews on the first 2 books in the trilogy.





The Last Orphans by N.W. Harris Book Review


By N.W. Harris



I was kindly contacted and offered this young adult book for an honest review from Mr Harris; Id normally say no to YA genre; but after seeing the cover and seeing the young kids were teenagers not 8-9 year old's I changed my mind and was actually intrigued by this book. This is the first time I have been completely swayed just by a cover of a book.
So you can judge a book by its cover sometimes, it worked for me!


Blurb
One horrifying day will change the life of sixteen-year-old Shane Tucker and every other kid in the world.

In a span of mere hours, the entire adult population is decimated, leaving their children behind to fend for themselves and deal with the horrific aftermath of the freak occurrence. As one of the newly made elders in his small town, Shane finds himself taking on the role of caretaker for a large group of juvenile survivors. One who just happens to be Kelly Douglas—an out-of-his-league classmate—who, on any other day, would have never given Shane a second glance.
Together, they begin their quest to find out why all of the adults were slaughtered. What they find is even more horrifying than anything they could have expected—the annihilation of the adults was only the beginning. Shane and his friends are not the unlucky survivors left to inherit this new, messed-up planet. No, they are its next victims. There is an unknown power out there, and it won’t stop until every person in the world is dead.


A spine-tingling adventure that will have you gasping for breath all the way until the last page, The Last Orphans is the first book in an all-new apocalyptic series.




Opinion
I was right to go on instinct wow what a fab read and another alternative twist on zombie reads.
The animals have turned on all adults over the world from cows, horses, dogs right down to killer bees, rats and cockroaches, so if your over 18 just step away from your cute kitten or sleeping puppy right now...slowly now...shush no quick movements!
Sixteen year old Shane Tucker's day couldn't get any worse. His Grans funeral in the morning, arguing with his father and walking out by lunchtime; the skies turning an eerie green and the death of millions of adults over the world...killed by the wildlife and pets around them...leaving all the children of the world to fend for themselves "what a day" is a complete understatement!

I wasn't sure if I was going to like this book being a passionate animal lover as I was guessing it would involve having to kill many cute furry animals; but it was tastefully written and most of the damage was already done...most...I said most!
Shane finds some of his friends who band together to take care of the smaller kids and try to find help and whats going on.

Mr Harris's creative mind gave this unique plot a refreshing twist by bringing in a doomsday machine, Dr Who, Thunderbirds and James Bond style. But its not as easy as just unplug it...oh no people...its in the basement of a government building armed and dangerous and if that's not all...did I mention they are on a time limit...of course they are...!
  • Find the Doomsday machine...check.
  • Get past sadistic gangs...check.
  • Avoid killer robots...check.
  • Watch-out for your friends killing you...check.
  • Watch-out for killer cockroaches/rats...check.
 Oh and then turn off machine...hmm...simples...erm...not!!!

I honestly wasn't sure whether Id enjoy this book being a young adult genre as Im..er...over 30...I can feel my nose getting longer...but I was totally engrossed from page one and in some places I was actually holding my breath lol!

I loved how the main characters really develop quickly into thinking like adults and I found them engaging and believable and really started caring and rooting for them.
This is a compelling, action packed, thrilling read with plenty of gore and horror you are swept along without wanting to put this book down till the last page, then your gutted its ended and NEED book 2 NOW it really is that good.

The ending cliffhanger is just brilliant and I can't wait for book two this is genius.
NOTE: The Last orphans would make a brilliant film for any of you producer's out there.
Yay for a zombie breath of fresh air!


You can buy yours from Amazon UK/US/ Goodreads


Author Bio

Born at the end of the Vietnam war and raised on a horse farm near small town north Georgia, N.W. Harris’s imagination evolved under the swaying pines surrounding his family’s log home. On summer days that were too hot, winter days that were too cold, and every night into the wee morning hours, he read books.
N.W. Harris published his first novel—Joshua’s Tree—in 2013. It was no wonder that with his wild imagination and passion for all things word related, that N.W. Harris was named a quarterfinalist in Amazon’s Break Through Novel Award Contest. In early 2014, N.W. Harris joined the ranks with Clean Teen Publishing when they signed his new young adult apocalyptic adventure series—The Last Orphans.
In addition to writing, N.W. Harris has been a submarine sailor, nurse, and business owner. His studies have included biology, anthropology, and medicine at UCSB and SUNY Buffalo. He is an active member of SCBWI and lives in sunny southern California with his beautiful wife and two perfect children. He writes like he reads, constantly.



 All my thanks goes to Mr N.W. Harris for sending me a copy of this book in return for an honest review.