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Diary of the Displaced - Part 1
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The Journal of James Halldon". There is a place where nightmares are real. It is a dark and terrifying place, hidden from the world we know by borders that only the most unfortunate of souls will ever cross. James Halldon woke up in the dark, alone, without any food or water, without a clue where he was, and with no memory of where he came from. It only got stranger. James has somehow found his way to The Corridor, a midnight place that no human should ever see and the prison of a creature that has destroyed entire worlds. Somehow James has to learn to survive. But he is not alone. The lost souls of others who have drifted into The Corridor, and died, also haunt this world, and they have been waiting a long time for someone to come along. The Journal of James Halldon is a dark sci-fi novel that follows Halldon's struggle to survive whilst trying to understand the strange, dark, and terrifying world in which he is trapped. If it's dark when you wake up, and you can hear growling, then close your eyes and maybe it will go away. But maybe it won't...
The Journal of James Halldon". There is a place where nightmares are real. It is a dark and terrifying place, hidden from the world we know by borders that only the most unfortunate of souls will ever cross. James Halldon woke up in the dark, alone, without any food or water, without a clue where he was, and with no memory of where he came from. It only got stranger. James has somehow found his way to The Corridor, a midnight place that no human should ever see and the prison of a creature that has destroyed entire worlds. Somehow James has to learn to survive. But he is not alone. The lost souls of others who have drifted into The Corridor, and died, also haunt this world, and they have been waiting a long time for someone to come along. The Journal of James Halldon is a dark sci-fi novel that follows Halldon's struggle to survive whilst trying to understand the strange, dark, and terrifying world in which he is trapped. If it's dark when you wake up, and you can hear growling, then close your eyes and maybe it will go away. But maybe it won't...
87 pages, Kindle Edition
Published December 15, 2012
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About the author
Glynn James
92 books478 followersGLYNN JAMES is an author of science fiction, post-apocalyptic, dark fantasy, horror, and dystopian fiction. His love of science fiction began when he was eight years old after discovering HP Lovecraft and Richard Matheson, and then later on Terry Pratchett, Neil Gaiman, James Herbert, Clive Barker, and Stephen King.
In addition to being author of the “ALTERLIGHT” supernatural mystery thriller series, he is author of the dark sci-fi series "DIARY OF THE DISPLACED", the post-apocalyptic "THROWN AWAY" series, and co-author of the "ARISEN" series and the “DUSTFALL” series.
More info on his writing and projects can be found at -
Website - www.glynnjames.co.uk
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In addition to being author of the “ALTERLIGHT” supernatural mystery thriller series, he is author of the dark sci-fi series "DIARY OF THE DISPLACED", the post-apocalyptic "THROWN AWAY" series, and co-author of the "ARISEN" series and the “DUSTFALL” series.
More info on his writing and projects can be found at -
Website - www.glynnjames.co.uk
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/glynnjamesfi...
Goodreads - https://www.goodreads.com/GlynnJames
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March 15, 2015
The Diary Of The Displaced immediately grabbed my attention with its description: A man wakes up alone in an unfamiliar place that is perpetually dark with absolutely no recollection of how he got there. Show me a woman who is unafraid of the dark and I'll show you a woman who lacks imagination AND common sense! I thought it would be interesting AND scary. It was neither.
Our protagonist soon finds a lantern AND fuel to burn. Convenient. He encounters a creepy dog like animal...who turns out to be friendly. Convenient. He runs into zombies...who ignore him if he keeps his distance. Convenient. He runs into a ghost...who is also friendly. Convenient. He has to live off of a diet of soda AND mushrooms; Eeewww, now THAT IS TRULY SCARY!
This book is called Diary Of The Displaced because our "hero" actually takes time everyday to record what happens to him in his diary. Isn't that just adorable? The only thing more interesting than reading HIS diary was when I got to the part where he found another man's diary and transcribed it into his own diary. I was riveted!
Initially, I was going to give this one star, and if I was going to base my rating on content alone I still would, however, the writing while uninspired was competent, so therefore I felt it merited an extra star.
Our protagonist soon finds a lantern AND fuel to burn. Convenient. He encounters a creepy dog like animal...who turns out to be friendly. Convenient. He runs into zombies...who ignore him if he keeps his distance. Convenient. He runs into a ghost...who is also friendly. Convenient. He has to live off of a diet of soda AND mushrooms; Eeewww, now THAT IS TRULY SCARY!
This book is called Diary Of The Displaced because our "hero" actually takes time everyday to record what happens to him in his diary. Isn't that just adorable? The only thing more interesting than reading HIS diary was when I got to the part where he found another man's diary and transcribed it into his own diary. I was riveted!
Initially, I was going to give this one star, and if I was going to base my rating on content alone I still would, however, the writing while uninspired was competent, so therefore I felt it merited an extra star.
September 17, 2016
An enjoyable and well-written written fantasy story about a man who finds himself trapped in a dark and mysterious world.
There are zombies and other strange inhabitants that wander The Corridor and James must figure out where his is and why, while trying to survive...the answers are surprising.
The story did remind me of another series by Brian Harmon (Rushed), where the protagonist travels the worlds of the Unseen; this was excellent, too.
Great storytelling, characters and plot, alongside an imaginative sense of place.
Recommended.
There are zombies and other strange inhabitants that wander The Corridor and James must figure out where his is and why, while trying to survive...the answers are surprising.
The story did remind me of another series by Brian Harmon (Rushed), where the protagonist travels the worlds of the Unseen; this was excellent, too.
Great storytelling, characters and plot, alongside an imaginative sense of place.
Recommended.
September 6, 2016
Every few months I shift gears and fall into a different genre of reading material. Usually it's some sort of fantasy/scifi/thriller story, but lately I've been just devouring the dystopian genre like it's my job.
I was lucky enough to get part 1 of Diary of the Displaced included in an 8 novel compilation. I had no idea what to expect, and in the beginning I was a little surprised. It's a really unusual concept, like nothing I've read before.
It wasn't predictable at all. I had no inkling of what would be around the next corner, and I really enjoyed that. I hate it when I guess what is going to happen with the characters, where's the intrigue in that?
I've only read book one so far, but this story doesn't seem to be about how the world as a whole copes with the collapse of civilization, like many dystopian/post-apocalyptic stories. It's got a nice mix of creepy crawlies to keep you guessing. The landscape is described in nice detail, and it never seemed repetitive or boring.
I'm definitely excited to read the second installment!
I was lucky enough to get part 1 of Diary of the Displaced included in an 8 novel compilation. I had no idea what to expect, and in the beginning I was a little surprised. It's a really unusual concept, like nothing I've read before.
It wasn't predictable at all. I had no inkling of what would be around the next corner, and I really enjoyed that. I hate it when I guess what is going to happen with the characters, where's the intrigue in that?
I've only read book one so far, but this story doesn't seem to be about how the world as a whole copes with the collapse of civilization, like many dystopian/post-apocalyptic stories. It's got a nice mix of creepy crawlies to keep you guessing. The landscape is described in nice detail, and it never seemed repetitive or boring.
I'm definitely excited to read the second installment!
March 14, 2014
I don't know how to even describe this book. While I have been getting book after book about zombies on my kindle list, this little diamond seemed to pop in there as well. The whole time, as unbelievable as it should have been, I believed the story, feeling like I was there. the book brought me to a fantastic and terrifying world that I remember meeting in childhood movies like Labyrinth or The Dark Crystal. Each page was like discovering some new taste and wanting to eat more. I hope the next books in the series live up to the first. A deliciously new read.
March 19, 2018
This is a curious and entertaining series combining fantasy, science fiction and horror, reminiscent of the novels of Murray Leinster from the fifties.
July 15, 2018
Certainly an out of the box story. These are so hard to find. It was a real pleasure. I will have to read some more Glynn James.
August 27, 2013
I didn't know what to expect with this series but I have to say I just couldn't stop reading it once I started. It was something I haven't read before, something different and it really did not disappoint me.
James Halldon wakes up in a mysterious place, not knowing how or why he had arrived there. I love his survival instincts, knowing he has to do something about his situation and not just sit there. I enjoyed how it was written in diary style. A first perspective of what is happening and how he is feeling. Zombies, monsters, wired creatures, friends and DogThing!! All things I highly enjoyed. Although I am hoping for more books in this series as I was left wondering at the end of it if there was more. I highly recommend these books and I will looking forward to reading more from Glynn James!
James Halldon wakes up in a mysterious place, not knowing how or why he had arrived there. I love his survival instincts, knowing he has to do something about his situation and not just sit there. I enjoyed how it was written in diary style. A first perspective of what is happening and how he is feeling. Zombies, monsters, wired creatures, friends and DogThing!! All things I highly enjoyed. Although I am hoping for more books in this series as I was left wondering at the end of it if there was more. I highly recommend these books and I will looking forward to reading more from Glynn James!
December 31, 2012
The book starts off intriguing and held my interest, but it falters along the way. The plot just seems to wander around, and become more and more unbelievable and confusing. I pushed myself to finish the book simply to see how the author was going to wind things up and explain the mystery. Sadly I found the explanation lacking and the ending more of an invitation to continue reading the sequel.
February 17, 2015
I came across this book in a zombie book collection..however zombies play just a minor role. Book is a mix of fantasy / mystery / science fiction. I enjoyed the science fiction / mystery element exploring the back story of the main character and the strange place he finds himself. Less interesting (to me) was the fantasy / LOTR type journey element and weird creatures.
November 16, 2014
Surprised by how much I enjoyed it. Wasn't sure where it would go, with (initially) a single character and no clear goal, but as the others show up and the mystery takes shape, and we discover an antagonist, it picks up.
February 10, 2013
Weird nightmare/alien place/alien characters/ zombies/ ghosts !
April 12, 2014
Not really my cup of tea. But the writing wasn't bad.
April 26, 2014
Good book - imaginative and intriguing.
July 7, 2014
Bizarre, still trying to wrap my mind around it.
August 2, 2016
One strange and wonderfully weird book.
February 7, 2018
Very cool. Read it twice now.
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