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Cadaver #6
Cadaver 6
Two teenagers find a frozen corpse in the middle of the woods and decide to bring it back to town. They have no idea they just sparked the zombie apocalypse. In the morgue below the hospital, the dead begin waking up and attacking the living. The infection spreads rapidly, turning the place into a slaughterhouse as those inside fight to survive against the undead. As the situation escalates, authorities are forced to seal off the building in an attempt to contain the spread of the virus. But it may already be too late...
181 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 16, 2024
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Nick Clausen
85 books429 followersI write stories about the apocalypse so that I don't need to work a real job. I grew up reading Stephen King and still haven't fully recovered. I'm currently ending the world in my new series Under the Breaking Sky.
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August 6, 2024
Zombie curse
As I reach the end of this series, the concept behind this zombie apocalypse falls into place in an unexpected way. Great edition to this series and on to the next.
As I reach the end of this series, the concept behind this zombie apocalypse falls into place in an unexpected way. Great edition to this series and on to the next.
August 23, 2026
Penúltimo asalto ventilado. El ritmo no decae, pero lo bueno es que en este sexto volumen por fin se descubre todo el pastel de la infección y la trama pasa de la simple supervivencia a buscar la solución al problema.
Los protagonistas siguen en su línea habitual, normalitos y sin grandes alardes, y el nuevo compañero de viaje la verdad es que en este tomo ni fu ni fa: ha estado ahí de bulto sin aportar gran cosa. Sin embargo, lo mejor que ha podido hacer el autor ha sido unificar todos los frentes de una vez. La historia venía de avanzar en tres grupitos separados y aquí se juntan todos en uno solo, sumando además una guerra particular entre dos machitos y que seguro que no acaba bien para ninguno.
Llegados a este punto es verdad que ya vas en piloto automático, pero oye, no aburrirte tras seis entregas seguidas de la misma historia (con trampa) tiene mérito. El corte del libro te deja en la rampa de salida hacia el desenlace: ya sabemos qué coño pasa, qué hay que hacer y la posible solución.
Solo falta ver si le echan los huevos necesarios para llevarla a cabo. Eso faltaba, que no los tuviesen, no?
Los protagonistas siguen en su línea habitual, normalitos y sin grandes alardes, y el nuevo compañero de viaje la verdad es que en este tomo ni fu ni fa: ha estado ahí de bulto sin aportar gran cosa. Sin embargo, lo mejor que ha podido hacer el autor ha sido unificar todos los frentes de una vez. La historia venía de avanzar en tres grupitos separados y aquí se juntan todos en uno solo, sumando además una guerra particular entre dos machitos y que seguro que no acaba bien para ninguno.
Llegados a este punto es verdad que ya vas en piloto automático, pero oye, no aburrirte tras seis entregas seguidas de la misma historia (con trampa) tiene mérito. El corte del libro te deja en la rampa de salida hacia el desenlace: ya sabemos qué coño pasa, qué hay que hacer y la posible solución.
Solo falta ver si le echan los huevos necesarios para llevarla a cabo. Eso faltaba, que no los tuviesen, no?
March 23, 2024
Waiting for book 7, love and hate cliffhangers 🫠 and i am absolutely enjoying this whole series!
March 19, 2024
ahhh
I hate waiting you know… but I just had to read this and then wait some more for the next one. All of Nick Clausen’s books are amazing and unique. You will not regret reading any of them. This cover seriously freaks me out. Thankyou💜
I hate waiting you know… but I just had to read this and then wait some more for the next one. All of Nick Clausen’s books are amazing and unique. You will not regret reading any of them. This cover seriously freaks me out. Thankyou💜
February 3, 2025
This is becoming intriguing in how different this is compared to other zombie books. Even different than Nick Clausen's other series Dead Meat. I can't believe I'm almost done, it has gone by so fast. This one is my favorite of the series so far. I am dreading it ending.
March 23, 2024
finally
I’ve been mostly patiently waiting for book 6 and now I’m excitedly waiting for book 7.
I really enjoy the exciting and fast paced read of this series. I really enjoy the alternating POVs and the twists and turns. I would definitely recommend all of the Cadaver books including it’s prequel Draug. It’s a fun alternative to the traditional zombie story.
My only complaint is that I blast through them so fast and then I’m bummed while waiting for the next one haha.
I’ve been mostly patiently waiting for book 6 and now I’m excitedly waiting for book 7.
I really enjoy the exciting and fast paced read of this series. I really enjoy the alternating POVs and the twists and turns. I would definitely recommend all of the Cadaver books including it’s prequel Draug. It’s a fun alternative to the traditional zombie story.
My only complaint is that I blast through them so fast and then I’m bummed while waiting for the next one haha.
June 5, 2026
Can't turn the pages fast enough. Got to know what happens to everyone.
April 1, 2024
Another exciting instalment - can’t wait for the next book. Did not expect the twists in the plot that book six gave us!
March 26, 2024
Worth The Wait
Well I'm sure none of us saw that coming at the end. I didn't. Book 6 was good but really short. I guess the author needed time to get his creative juices flowing so the ending will be epic. I can't say too much without spoiling it for others but I liked the pace of the story. It brought things to light here and I can't wait til Book 7 drops. My only thing is Kjells and Hangar? I need closure on them. I know Nick didn't forget. We'll see.
Well I'm sure none of us saw that coming at the end. I didn't. Book 6 was good but really short. I guess the author needed time to get his creative juices flowing so the ending will be epic. I can't say too much without spoiling it for others but I liked the pace of the story. It brought things to light here and I can't wait til Book 7 drops. My only thing is Kjells and Hangar? I need closure on them. I know Nick didn't forget. We'll see.
March 25, 2024
A solid book 6!
a good add to the series. Can’t wait for book 7!
It’s all coming together! 👏👏👏
a good add to the series. Can’t wait for book 7!
It’s all coming together! 👏👏👏
September 8, 2026
I honestly don't think this needed to be its own book. It felt like the story was being stretched out to get everyone into position for the final book.
Kristoffer and Aksel finally get to know each other and reunite with Anne, Belinda, Rosa, Folmer, and Guardian. Once everyone is together, Kristoffer explains what he's learned about the outbreak. He believes they're dealing with an ancient entity called a draug and that this isn't really a virus at all, but a curse. That would also explain why Juma couldn't find anything unusual in Ella's blood. Kristoffer wants to return to where the creature was originally found and figure out how to destroy it.
Ella's storyline was much more frustrating. She and Juma help a father and his young son, Oliver, escape the zombies, only for the man to repay them by refusing to let Juma through a door when the zombies attack. Juma is killed, which pissed me off because his death was completely avoidable.
Ella escapes, but because apparently she's a much better person than I am 😂, she goes back to help the father and Oliver anyway. After even more running around and zombie attacks, the father eventually dies and Ella is left protecting Oliver herself. She manages to contact his grandmother and gets him safely back to his family.
And once again: WHY IS EVERYONE SHOOTING ZOMBIES EVERYWHERE EXCEPT THE HEAD?! We have had decades of zombie education. At this point there is no excuse. 😂
The important part is that Ella finally gets in contact with Anne and tells her that she's alive and apparently immune. Anne tells Ella what Kristoffer has discovered about the draug, and everyone finally agrees to meet up.
By the end, the main characters are FINALLY together. Anne and Ella reunite, and Kristoffer explains his theory that Ella may actually be a descendant of the draug, which could explain why the infected ignore her and why she's immune to its curse.
Then we get one last reveal: Folmer, the man who has been traveling with Anne, is Ella's father.
Overall, this felt more like a bridge between Books 5 and 7 than its own story. There were some important developments, especially everyone finally coming together, learning more about the draug, Ella reuniting with Anne, and finding out Folmer is her father. But it took an entire book to get there, and I'm definitely starting to lose interest.
I'm hoping Book 7 makes all this setup worth it.
Kristoffer and Aksel finally get to know each other and reunite with Anne, Belinda, Rosa, Folmer, and Guardian. Once everyone is together, Kristoffer explains what he's learned about the outbreak. He believes they're dealing with an ancient entity called a draug and that this isn't really a virus at all, but a curse. That would also explain why Juma couldn't find anything unusual in Ella's blood. Kristoffer wants to return to where the creature was originally found and figure out how to destroy it.
Ella's storyline was much more frustrating. She and Juma help a father and his young son, Oliver, escape the zombies, only for the man to repay them by refusing to let Juma through a door when the zombies attack. Juma is killed, which pissed me off because his death was completely avoidable.
Ella escapes, but because apparently she's a much better person than I am 😂, she goes back to help the father and Oliver anyway. After even more running around and zombie attacks, the father eventually dies and Ella is left protecting Oliver herself. She manages to contact his grandmother and gets him safely back to his family.
And once again: WHY IS EVERYONE SHOOTING ZOMBIES EVERYWHERE EXCEPT THE HEAD?! We have had decades of zombie education. At this point there is no excuse. 😂
The important part is that Ella finally gets in contact with Anne and tells her that she's alive and apparently immune. Anne tells Ella what Kristoffer has discovered about the draug, and everyone finally agrees to meet up.
By the end, the main characters are FINALLY together. Anne and Ella reunite, and Kristoffer explains his theory that Ella may actually be a descendant of the draug, which could explain why the infected ignore her and why she's immune to its curse.
Then we get one last reveal: Folmer, the man who has been traveling with Anne, is Ella's father.
Overall, this felt more like a bridge between Books 5 and 7 than its own story. There were some important developments, especially everyone finally coming together, learning more about the draug, Ella reuniting with Anne, and finding out Folmer is her father. But it took an entire book to get there, and I'm definitely starting to lose interest.
I'm hoping Book 7 makes all this setup worth it.
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July 31, 2024
Action packed - revelations come to light.
As I began listening to Cadaver 6 it was hard to believe I finished listening to Cadaver 5 six months ago or that I listened to Cadaver 1 over a year ago. Within the first couple of minutes, it was like I had just finished Cadaver 5 as all the story details and characters came rushing back and brought me right into this episode.
In some series there will be a book that seems to be there as filler to fill a void until the next episode comes along. In this case Cadaver 6 is the furthest thing from filler. The tension felt by the characters is palpable and the action is nearly nonstop. Book 6 sets the stage for possible reunions and a greater understanding of what caused the Zombie outbreak as various characters share their knowledge and suspicions.
Along with being a key part of the series, this episode does an excellent job of setting up what’s to come next. Cadaver 6 is a must read/listen for fans of the series. Since I listened to the book it would be a shame not to mention Spencer Dillehay. Spencer has narrated each book of the series and does an exceptional job of bringing each character to life. His pacing and vocal range create a listening experience that is top notch.
As I began listening to Cadaver 6 it was hard to believe I finished listening to Cadaver 5 six months ago or that I listened to Cadaver 1 over a year ago. Within the first couple of minutes, it was like I had just finished Cadaver 5 as all the story details and characters came rushing back and brought me right into this episode.
In some series there will be a book that seems to be there as filler to fill a void until the next episode comes along. In this case Cadaver 6 is the furthest thing from filler. The tension felt by the characters is palpable and the action is nearly nonstop. Book 6 sets the stage for possible reunions and a greater understanding of what caused the Zombie outbreak as various characters share their knowledge and suspicions.
Along with being a key part of the series, this episode does an excellent job of setting up what’s to come next. Cadaver 6 is a must read/listen for fans of the series. Since I listened to the book it would be a shame not to mention Spencer Dillehay. Spencer has narrated each book of the series and does an exceptional job of bringing each character to life. His pacing and vocal range create a listening experience that is top notch.
May 5, 2026
Me gusta que cada vez menos el autor se equivoca entre la escritura en primer y segunda persona.
También rescato que la trama por fin este retomando su curso natural relacionado a la mitología. Como punto de partida me parecía mucho más interesante, y que se retomara es un acierto, le da algo nuevo al genero zombie, un poco más alejado de sus referencias a The Walking Dead, algo que le da más personalidad.
Ver a Kristoffer en movimiento otra vez, y ya no en una trama estática en las montañas, con Ragnar, es mucho mejor. Aunque todo lo de que el señor fuera c*nibal y eso pasara sin repercusión, y solo sirviera para reforzar en el espectador que Ragnar y Kjell son 2 psicópatas enfrentados.
Que el cast principal por fin se encuentra y la trama avanza, solo puedo decir que es un soplo de aire fresco.
Aunque estuvo bien hiperconveniente que Folmer fuera quien es 😶
O sea, literalmente salio de la nada, y resulta que tenía esa relevancia? Que casualidad. En Noruega solo hay 1 wey con su nombre, y casualmente lo sabían, y lo iban a necesitar 😒
También rescato que la trama por fin este retomando su curso natural relacionado a la mitología. Como punto de partida me parecía mucho más interesante, y que se retomara es un acierto, le da algo nuevo al genero zombie, un poco más alejado de sus referencias a The Walking Dead, algo que le da más personalidad.
Ver a Kristoffer en movimiento otra vez, y ya no en una trama estática en las montañas, con Ragnar, es mucho mejor. Aunque todo lo de que el señor fuera c*nibal y eso pasara sin repercusión, y solo sirviera para reforzar en el espectador que Ragnar y Kjell son 2 psicópatas enfrentados.
Que el cast principal por fin se encuentra y la trama avanza, solo puedo decir que es un soplo de aire fresco.
Aunque estuvo bien hiperconveniente que Folmer fuera quien es 😶
O sea, literalmente salio de la nada, y resulta que tenía esa relevancia? Que casualidad. En Noruega solo hay 1 wey con su nombre, y casualmente lo sabían, y lo iban a necesitar 😒
July 28, 2026
Definitivamente, mis personajes favoritos son Ella y Rosa.
En particular el capítulo 17 de este libro en mi opinión, y en general todo el transcurso en el que está Ella con el niño Oliver intentando salvarle, fueron las partes más llenas de acción y emociones duras DE TODA LA SAGA, (lo cuál es mucho decir teniendo en cuenta como es está saga de cruda). Pero también recalcó ese capítulo porque me encantó como de un capítulo al siguiente, con el punto de vista de Aksel, el autor es capaz de pasar de hacerte sentir de los putos nervios a de pronto, hacerte infinitamente feliz! Ese encuentro entre Aksel y Rosa me pareció taaaaaan tierno, tan cuqui. Me hace demasiado feliz que por fin todos se conozcan entre todos y estén luchando por una misma causa. 🥹🤌🏻
Y ni hablemos del final por favor, que manera tan épica de terminar el penúltimo libro de la saga.
En particular el capítulo 17 de este libro en mi opinión, y en general todo el transcurso en el que está Ella con el niño Oliver intentando salvarle, fueron las partes más llenas de acción y emociones duras DE TODA LA SAGA, (lo cuál es mucho decir teniendo en cuenta como es está saga de cruda). Pero también recalcó ese capítulo porque me encantó como de un capítulo al siguiente, con el punto de vista de Aksel, el autor es capaz de pasar de hacerte sentir de los putos nervios a de pronto, hacerte infinitamente feliz! Ese encuentro entre Aksel y Rosa me pareció taaaaaan tierno, tan cuqui. Me hace demasiado feliz que por fin todos se conozcan entre todos y estén luchando por una misma causa. 🥹🤌🏻
Y ni hablemos del final por favor, que manera tan épica de terminar el penúltimo libro de la saga.
July 12, 2024
Audiobook: I was as mesmerized by book six as I was the earlier books in this series. I was so captivated by the story that I listened to the whole audiobook in one sitting. I felt that the darker themes that were introduced in this book added a more intense layer to the story. I found these themes thought-provoking and emotional. I thought Spencer Dillehay's narration was great, and his performance gave the characters their own voices and seem more real. I was gifted a copy of the audiobook. I volunteered, without any financial gain, to leave a review which included my honest opinions about this story.
January 1, 2026
ZoMbIeS! Braaaaaaaaaaaaaaaiiiinnnnnnns!
This book does what it says on the tin. It's a zombie book written by a great author. Every once in a while you'll get a petty little Norwegian side-swipe at American culture (I feel sorry for him, really) that sort of takes you out of the action and reveals a little too much of the author for my taste.
Still, these are genuinely good books with a genuinely interesting premise.
Clausen delivers. Good characters. Lots of death and gore. Dead darlings all over the place. Hey, it's a zombie book - what more can I say? I will keep coming back to this well until I'm an old man. I just LOVE the genre.
This book does what it says on the tin. It's a zombie book written by a great author. Every once in a while you'll get a petty little Norwegian side-swipe at American culture (I feel sorry for him, really) that sort of takes you out of the action and reveals a little too much of the author for my taste.
Still, these are genuinely good books with a genuinely interesting premise.
Clausen delivers. Good characters. Lots of death and gore. Dead darlings all over the place. Hey, it's a zombie book - what more can I say? I will keep coming back to this well until I'm an old man. I just LOVE the genre.
August 31, 2025
Crazy
O sea qué? Demasiadas revelaciones y me encanta. Primero tengo que mencionar que me sigue pareciendo increíble lo mala que puede llegar a ser la gente en estas situaciones.
Ella la protagonista más bella, estuve demasiado feliz que por fin se pudo reunir con su madre. También tengo que mencionar que aunque ese sea el padre de ella, dudo mucho que vaya a decir si, yo voy para matar al draug, muchas agallas ese señor no tiene, lo veo bien difícil.
Espero todos puedan sobrevivir.
O sea qué? Demasiadas revelaciones y me encanta. Primero tengo que mencionar que me sigue pareciendo increíble lo mala que puede llegar a ser la gente en estas situaciones.
Ella la protagonista más bella, estuve demasiado feliz que por fin se pudo reunir con su madre. También tengo que mencionar que aunque ese sea el padre de ella, dudo mucho que vaya a decir si, yo voy para matar al draug, muchas agallas ese señor no tiene, lo veo bien difícil.
Espero todos puedan sobrevivir.
January 14, 2025
It’s all connecting!
It’s kind of like the Scooby doo gang is coming together and there is more of an explanation more than “the chosen one” for why the girl is immune. That girl sacrificed a lot to save a 5 year old. With so many other people dying I was like “nooooo”. This is different from other zombie books so I’m interested in what happens next. And hopefully less perspectives.
It’s kind of like the Scooby doo gang is coming together and there is more of an explanation more than “the chosen one” for why the girl is immune. That girl sacrificed a lot to save a 5 year old. With so many other people dying I was like “nooooo”. This is different from other zombie books so I’m interested in what happens next. And hopefully less perspectives.
January 5, 2025
The Ties Start to Form
Things are beginning to coalesce in this edition. Still lots of action, but lots and lots of questions answered, connections made, secrets revealed.
But not all - more to come! And thus on to book 7!
Enjoy!
Things are beginning to coalesce in this edition. Still lots of action, but lots and lots of questions answered, connections made, secrets revealed.
But not all - more to come! And thus on to book 7!
Enjoy!
April 20, 2024
Great book, read in an afternoon!
I really like this series. The characters
are not one dimensional like in some books of this genre and the twists and turns just keep coming.
I really like this series. The characters
are not one dimensional like in some books of this genre and the twists and turns just keep coming.
June 2, 2024
Brilliant
This is a brilliant series. It's a fast-paced roller coaster ride that has you hanging on to the of your seat .Looking forward to the next book.
This is a brilliant series. It's a fast-paced roller coaster ride that has you hanging on to the of your seat .Looking forward to the next book.
June 27, 2024
amazing
Getting so good you keep turning the pages it must read can't wait for the next book.....now to book seven
Getting so good you keep turning the pages it must read can't wait for the next book.....now to book seven
July 7, 2024
I am enjoying this series, and the narrator for the Audible version, Spencer Dillehay, is fantastic!
July 13, 2024
Oh man…. What a read
August 10, 2024
Heating up
Things are starting to heat up when things start to fall into place.
Twists and turns are slowly bringing the story’s characters together.
Things are starting to heat up when things start to fall into place.
Twists and turns are slowly bringing the story’s characters together.
October 5, 2024
Good
I can't find something new to add to my previous reviews: if you're reading this, you already appreciate this series!
I can't find something new to add to my previous reviews: if you're reading this, you already appreciate this series!
October 16, 2024
Gripping page turner.
Finished this book in 24 hours
I have 1 left in the series and with the last twist in this book I'm starting the next straight away
Finished this book in 24 hours
I have 1 left in the series and with the last twist in this book I'm starting the next straight away
October 28, 2024
just as good as the rest
Could not stop reading or put the book down.Onto the next one…love the way this author writes. His characters are so relatable .
Could not stop reading or put the book down.Onto the next one…love the way this author writes. His characters are so relatable .
December 7, 2024
Me gustó, pero lo sentí más suave, es como una introducción, así lo sentí, un puente que nos lleva al inevitable clímax.
January 28, 2025
A por el 7!!! Me encantan 😍
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