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No Man's Land #2
Hive II
After her capture by the Hive Leader, Azina discovers that he isn't just another mindless Zee. He's got plans for her. Big ones. The kind Azina wants nothing to do with. But escaping the Hive Leader and dealing with her own infection aren't Azina's only problems.
Back in Sotercity, Prior Skuld has thrown Bron, Ret and Oleg behind bars and plans on executing them the following day. Skuld wants to cover his tracks. Turns out those discs Oleg salvaged from the decaying complex contained a frighteningly powerful piece of old world technology. One capable of ending the human race once and for all and it may have just fallen into the wrong hands.
Back in Sotercity, Prior Skuld has thrown Bron, Ret and Oleg behind bars and plans on executing them the following day. Skuld wants to cover his tracks. Turns out those discs Oleg salvaged from the decaying complex contained a frighteningly powerful piece of old world technology. One capable of ending the human race once and for all and it may have just fallen into the wrong hands.
120 pages, ebook
First published July 18, 2012
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September 11, 2012
'Hive 2' picks up where 'Hive' left off. The gore is just as plentiful, the Zees just as grotesque and the characters as enjoyable as ever. Azina, bitten but not turned, introduces a delicate balance of humanity and flesh craving numbness as she battles with the will to survive and the hive mentality.
The game changes, secrets are brought to light and allegiance questioned. Sotercity leader Skuld, dabbles with genetic enhancements to conquer the desolate and dire post apocalyptic world. The change in direction from Sotercity's safe haven to monster inhabited death trap adds a more human dynamic. Greed and power corrupt and take precedent over survival and public good.
Hive 2, much like its predecessor finishes with another open-ended cliff hanger, not so much from a pure thriller perspective, more so in a ‘what will happen next’ observatory capacity. I want to give this (and Hive) 5 stars but the incomplete story and missing ending round this out to a solid 4. I will go back and re-read the Hive trilogy once the third novella is released and apply a rating in accordance with the entire story.
My review of 'Hive' can be found here: http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/...
The game changes, secrets are brought to light and allegiance questioned. Sotercity leader Skuld, dabbles with genetic enhancements to conquer the desolate and dire post apocalyptic world. The change in direction from Sotercity's safe haven to monster inhabited death trap adds a more human dynamic. Greed and power corrupt and take precedent over survival and public good.
Hive 2, much like its predecessor finishes with another open-ended cliff hanger, not so much from a pure thriller perspective, more so in a ‘what will happen next’ observatory capacity. I want to give this (and Hive) 5 stars but the incomplete story and missing ending round this out to a solid 4. I will go back and re-read the Hive trilogy once the third novella is released and apply a rating in accordance with the entire story.
My review of 'Hive' can be found here: http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/...
September 17, 2012
Azina, leader of a mercenary group, is back and held captive by the hive leader. She must escape the hive leader and rescue her friends from execution by Prior Skuld.
First I"d like to say that some reviews have brought up the cliffhanger ending. Some times cliffhangers are over used but when they are used in an effective manner they add to the story. Hive II is an example of this, it keeps you guessing and in anticipation of what is to come.
Hive II is a great continuation of the adventures that began in the first book "Hive". Hayes brings the action, plot twists, well constructed characters, and zees back for a heart-pounding chilling read.
First I"d like to say that some reviews have brought up the cliffhanger ending. Some times cliffhangers are over used but when they are used in an effective manner they add to the story. Hive II is an example of this, it keeps you guessing and in anticipation of what is to come.
Hive II is a great continuation of the adventures that began in the first book "Hive". Hayes brings the action, plot twists, well constructed characters, and zees back for a heart-pounding chilling read.
May 8, 2013
what an AWESOME read!! Mr. Hayes did not disappoint again! This book grabbed me in Hive book 1 and still has not let go, I cannot wait for the next one!! It has zombies, guts gore, lots of thrilling action. You will fall in love with the main character even if she became what she did, I don't want to spoil it for you, you will have to get your copy and read for yourself, you will not regret it. This author writes refreshingly in its genre. I sure have enjoyed a few different books by this author and I know you will too!!
August 6, 2012
'Hive 2' is a well done sequel for Mr. Hayes. He picks up where the first book left off.
The premise behind the 'Hive' series is an interesting new twist to the genre. The well developed characters move the story along at a rapid pace, keeping me turning the pages.
I finished the book quickly and thoroughly enjoyed the fast paced ride.
Bottom line, buy this book and check out the author's other work. I have enjoyed all of Mr. Hayes' offerings, and 'Hive 2' is no different.
The premise behind the 'Hive' series is an interesting new twist to the genre. The well developed characters move the story along at a rapid pace, keeping me turning the pages.
I finished the book quickly and thoroughly enjoyed the fast paced ride.
Bottom line, buy this book and check out the author's other work. I have enjoyed all of Mr. Hayes' offerings, and 'Hive 2' is no different.
February 17, 2013
Hive is my favourite zombies series I have read, to date.
For any zombie fan this is a must read. (provided you have read Hive I, of course, you haven't go read it - now!)
Hive II picks up right where Hive I finishes, seamlessly. Without a dull moment this novella will have you hungry for more after every chapter. I found it almost impossible to put down!
With the suspense of the ending killing me, I eagerly await the next instalment, Hive III, in May 2013.
For any zombie fan this is a must read. (provided you have read Hive I, of course, you haven't go read it - now!)
Hive II picks up right where Hive I finishes, seamlessly. Without a dull moment this novella will have you hungry for more after every chapter. I found it almost impossible to put down!
With the suspense of the ending killing me, I eagerly await the next instalment, Hive III, in May 2013.
August 14, 2013
Azina, and what’s left of her group of mercenaries, stumble from the hell-hole of a sunken city that closes out the book Hive, but they’re in a sorry state. Three members are dead, Azina’s been bitten, and Bron, Ret and Oleg have been captured. Returning to Sotercity, Azina is enlisted by Krantz and his gang of mercenaries; their mission, to head to the heart of Sotercity and stop Prior Skuld from terminating the human race forever. But there are bigger problems than stopping a suicidal maniac: the city’s defenses have been breached and there are blood-thirsty Zees filling the streets. The Hive leader is among them, he’s coming for Azina, and she’s not sure she can survive much longer.
This review is obviously about Hive II, the second in a trilogy of zombie novellas by Griffin Hayes, but let me just start by saying that the first book, Hive, thundered along in fourth gear. Well, Hive 2 has just changed gears, we’re up to fifth, and the G-Force is starting to hit. The prose is engaging and expertly written, the characters as identifiable and lovable as in the first book, and the action is fast-paced and in-your-face. You’ll zip through this book in no time at all, but the writing does not feel rushed. Griffin Hayes does an excellent job of pacing the action without losing any momentum, and the setting and scenes are described in great detail. It was a true apocalyptic world and, damn, if I wasn’t right there beside Azina and Bron, with his grating laugh and big guns, blasting Zees into pulped flesh.
Are there any problems with this book? Well, nothing’s perfect, right, but this was pretty close. My one gripe (and I’ll try not to add a spoiler here), is that although characters die, it’s pretty much the ones you’d expect. The tension could’ve been cranked one notch higher with a genuine threat of loss, and as much as I love the characters, I hope their life gets a little more traumatic in the final book.
It’s a fast read, but it’s the style of writing, the believable characters, and the hordes of chasing Zees that push you along.
If this series of Hive books is like a 6-gear high-performance sports car, then when Hive 3 comes out I have a feeling we’re about to hit sixth gear, and potentially warp speed.
This review is obviously about Hive II, the second in a trilogy of zombie novellas by Griffin Hayes, but let me just start by saying that the first book, Hive, thundered along in fourth gear. Well, Hive 2 has just changed gears, we’re up to fifth, and the G-Force is starting to hit. The prose is engaging and expertly written, the characters as identifiable and lovable as in the first book, and the action is fast-paced and in-your-face. You’ll zip through this book in no time at all, but the writing does not feel rushed. Griffin Hayes does an excellent job of pacing the action without losing any momentum, and the setting and scenes are described in great detail. It was a true apocalyptic world and, damn, if I wasn’t right there beside Azina and Bron, with his grating laugh and big guns, blasting Zees into pulped flesh.
Are there any problems with this book? Well, nothing’s perfect, right, but this was pretty close. My one gripe (and I’ll try not to add a spoiler here), is that although characters die, it’s pretty much the ones you’d expect. The tension could’ve been cranked one notch higher with a genuine threat of loss, and as much as I love the characters, I hope their life gets a little more traumatic in the final book.
It’s a fast read, but it’s the style of writing, the believable characters, and the hordes of chasing Zees that push you along.
If this series of Hive books is like a 6-gear high-performance sports car, then when Hive 3 comes out I have a feeling we’re about to hit sixth gear, and potentially warp speed.
October 8, 2013
Hive II takes up where Hive left off; the protagonist has been bitten by a zombie, and is in the clutches of the Hive leader. The second installment of this trilogy follows the plight of the remaining characters, along with a few who join their quest along the way, as they struggle to stop the reactivation of the hives and the destruction of humanity itself.
Unfortunately, Hive II does suffer from the typical affliction that strikes the middle book of a trilogy; it feels merely like a bridge between the action-packed, introductory first novel, and the action packed third novel which resolves the epic quest or dilemma contained therein. Unlike most 'middle' or 'bridging' books, as I personally like to refer to them, this one is also action packed. A lot of 'bridging' books suffer with a lack of direction, a dip in action and a lot of filler. Everything within Hive Ii seems necessary, exciting and plot-essential, but for me, it seemed to end as soon as it had gotten going. It also seemed a little rushed, and lacked in the occasional possessive apostrophe. Much as I enjoyed the book, and indeed Hayes' writing, once again, I feel that this was not his strongest work.
That said, it does little to alter the fact that I will now be waiting, with baited breath, for the final installment. I do not enjoy the restless feeling I now have for the foreseeable future as I wait, anxiously, to find out what happens to this not-so-slowly depleting group of characters of whom I have become quite fond (despite their strange names!).
Unfortunately, Hive II does suffer from the typical affliction that strikes the middle book of a trilogy; it feels merely like a bridge between the action-packed, introductory first novel, and the action packed third novel which resolves the epic quest or dilemma contained therein. Unlike most 'middle' or 'bridging' books, as I personally like to refer to them, this one is also action packed. A lot of 'bridging' books suffer with a lack of direction, a dip in action and a lot of filler. Everything within Hive Ii seems necessary, exciting and plot-essential, but for me, it seemed to end as soon as it had gotten going. It also seemed a little rushed, and lacked in the occasional possessive apostrophe. Much as I enjoyed the book, and indeed Hayes' writing, once again, I feel that this was not his strongest work.
That said, it does little to alter the fact that I will now be waiting, with baited breath, for the final installment. I do not enjoy the restless feeling I now have for the foreseeable future as I wait, anxiously, to find out what happens to this not-so-slowly depleting group of characters of whom I have become quite fond (despite their strange names!).
August 25, 2017
Sneak and Azina are trying to sneak back into the city undetected as their friends have been captured and are due to be executed. They have to put their trust in rebel leader Krantz, and with limited time, they need a plan.
I was a bit disappointed by this book. The plot was just being recycled all the way through the book. Sneaking through the city, spotted by zombies or bad guys, run and hide, sneak, spotted, run and hide and so on. It was just the same scenario with different hiding places every time and I got a bit bored with it.
In the first book the characters weren't exactly ones you love, but in this book they are pretty obnoxious and I found myself caring little who lived and died.
DNF and I won't be reading the last part of the trilogy.
I was a bit disappointed by this book. The plot was just being recycled all the way through the book. Sneaking through the city, spotted by zombies or bad guys, run and hide, sneak, spotted, run and hide and so on. It was just the same scenario with different hiding places every time and I got a bit bored with it.
In the first book the characters weren't exactly ones you love, but in this book they are pretty obnoxious and I found myself caring little who lived and died.
DNF and I won't be reading the last part of the trilogy.
September 12, 2015
(Combined review of all 3 books, as I feel it was written as one book but split into three parts)
I enjoyed this series! It has a slightly different view on the story, as the zombie invasion has already happened many years in the past. But of course it turns out that they zombies aren't gone for good, they were just buried in the hope no one would ever find them.
The story has some interesting characters in it, and I liked that the zombies worked as a hive (hence the name of the books I suppose ;), with a queen to lead them. This made the zombies more difficult to run away from as they were able to send signals between each other and one zombie on the chase would quickly turn into a horde.
I think these books are well worth a read if you enjoy zombies! :)
I enjoyed this series! It has a slightly different view on the story, as the zombie invasion has already happened many years in the past. But of course it turns out that they zombies aren't gone for good, they were just buried in the hope no one would ever find them.
The story has some interesting characters in it, and I liked that the zombies worked as a hive (hence the name of the books I suppose ;), with a queen to lead them. This made the zombies more difficult to run away from as they were able to send signals between each other and one zombie on the chase would quickly turn into a horde.
I think these books are well worth a read if you enjoy zombies! :)
August 19, 2012
The Hive series and the characters within it are quickly becoming my favorite excuse to let my hair down and play. From that moment in book one when that Zee sank his teeth into Azina's ankle, I had a pretty clear idea what would happen over the other two books. But getting there, as they say, is half the fun. I hope you enjoy Hive II.
Griffin Hayes
August 19, 2012
Griffin Hayes
August 19, 2012
October 30, 2013
Excellent continuation of Hive I. Will definitely pick up Hive III when I get the chance.
November 12, 2014
Starts right where hive 1 left off. I thought the developments were a little strange, but it held my attention regardless. The zees had me hooked and I jumped into 3.
January 7, 2014
great series
December 1, 2015
Fast paced.
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