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A New Death: CJ's Story: A Savannah Zombie Short Story
A short story that takes place during the events of A New Death!
What people are saying about A New Death on Amazon:
"surprisingly upbeat for a zombie apocalypse novel"
"one of the better books I've read in awhile!"
"Josh Vasquez obviously found his calling in writing a zombie novel"
In CJ's Story, you meet CJ, the nephew of truck driver Josh in A New Death. Find out what happens to Josh's family when the zombie apocalypse shambles into Savannah, Georgia! Will thirteen year old CJ understand what is going on? Will he believe it? Will his family get out of the city alive?
Added bonus! Two FREE chapters of A New Death included!
47 pages, Kindle Edition
First published March 11, 2014
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May 2, 2014
Told from the perspective of 13-year-old CJ, this short zombie story is gripping and well written. CJ is leading a normal life when the ZA breaks out in his town, forcing his family to flee to the vacation cabin for safety. The story slowly builds to frantic pace, as first the family slowly plans and packs, and then runs out of town when the shamblers hit the neighborhood. I wanted to yell at CJ and his family, "get in the damn car already!"
Very nicely done, and recommended.
Very nicely done, and recommended.
November 10, 2018
Great teaser for the second book!
October 3, 2014
Perfect Teaser
CJ is a 13 yr old boy who was thrown unexpectedly into the world of zombies. This short story was written via his perspective. Ending CJ’s adventure on a cliffhanger made this the perfect teaser to Josh Vasquez’s full novel. He certainly got me wanting to read more.
CJ is a 13 yr old boy who was thrown unexpectedly into the world of zombies. This short story was written via his perspective. Ending CJ’s adventure on a cliffhanger made this the perfect teaser to Josh Vasquez’s full novel. He certainly got me wanting to read more.
November 8, 2014
Officially My Favorite
I chose to give this book five starts, because it captured my attention from beginning to end. I loved how the book really kept you wondering what happened next. I would recommend this book to anyone who likes suspense, and the thrill of a good book.
I chose to give this book five starts, because it captured my attention from beginning to end. I loved how the book really kept you wondering what happened next. I would recommend this book to anyone who likes suspense, and the thrill of a good book.
May 30, 2014
Great story
only wish is was longer. my biggest disappointment in New ebook authors is the habit of taking a good story and breaking into buy by the chapter sale.
only wish is was longer. my biggest disappointment in New ebook authors is the habit of taking a good story and breaking into buy by the chapter sale.
September 15, 2014
Ok
didn't realize it was a couple of short stories. not my first choice in books but if these make it to full length books, I will definitely give them another look
didn't realize it was a couple of short stories. not my first choice in books but if these make it to full length books, I will definitely give them another look
September 19, 2014
Good book
it was a very good book. it kept me in it. I loved it very much, I want more books like that.
it was a very good book. it kept me in it. I loved it very much, I want more books like that.
October 29, 2019
This zombie story was just okay.
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It's essentially the story of a kid whose father is ex-military, now a pastor's assistant, and his family is now under attack by zombies. But not to worry! The father has an arsenal in a safe in his closet that is full of rifles and pistols and even an AK-47. Now I know that you can legally own the rifles and pistols, but there are a lot of laws regarding AK-47's in the US. Just being ex-military does not clear you for owning one of these weapons. Moving right along, the son is pretty much an expert sniper with his little .22 caliber rifle and it is later hinted that his little 8-year old sister also has some expertise with firearms.
I have no problem with a 13-year old using a firearm responsibly like this character does. Heck if I am not mistaken, you can get a hunting license at that age in most states and most kids that age are old enough and responsible enough to own and operate firearms. But an 8-year old? That's where I have a little trouble believing it.
So the family escapes off to a little rural cabin that they have and they are safe. They are awaiting the arrival of another member of their family named Josh. The story ends here after only 3 chapters and it's a little disappointing. I would have liked to know what happened next to these characters.
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It's not a bad story, it keeps your attention, and it's worth reading.
***SPOILERS*** ***SPOILERS*** ***SPOILERS***
It's essentially the story of a kid whose father is ex-military, now a pastor's assistant, and his family is now under attack by zombies. But not to worry! The father has an arsenal in a safe in his closet that is full of rifles and pistols and even an AK-47. Now I know that you can legally own the rifles and pistols, but there are a lot of laws regarding AK-47's in the US. Just being ex-military does not clear you for owning one of these weapons. Moving right along, the son is pretty much an expert sniper with his little .22 caliber rifle and it is later hinted that his little 8-year old sister also has some expertise with firearms.
I have no problem with a 13-year old using a firearm responsibly like this character does. Heck if I am not mistaken, you can get a hunting license at that age in most states and most kids that age are old enough and responsible enough to own and operate firearms. But an 8-year old? That's where I have a little trouble believing it.
So the family escapes off to a little rural cabin that they have and they are safe. They are awaiting the arrival of another member of their family named Josh. The story ends here after only 3 chapters and it's a little disappointing. I would have liked to know what happened next to these characters.
***END SPOILERS*** ***END SPOILERS*** ***END SPOILERS***
It's not a bad story, it keeps your attention, and it's worth reading.
December 7, 2023
First this was a super short novella, not a book. Second, the main character is supposed to be a kid but it was fairly unbelievable as he has the emotional maturity of an 80 year old with 30 years of therapy under his belt. And the life skills of a 30 year old. Just couldn’t buy him as real. But good zombies.
March 6, 2017
It could have let us get to know the characters better. Was a bit in the short side.
February 11, 2017
To quick to end.
Would have liked it to be a bit longer. Maybe let us get to know the characters more. Quick read if you have time to kill.
Would have liked it to be a bit longer. Maybe let us get to know the characters more. Quick read if you have time to kill.
December 26, 2014
Meh...
Very short story. Nothing to review really since this was so short, only 3 chapters. Not sure why this got such high ratings.
Very short story. Nothing to review really since this was so short, only 3 chapters. Not sure why this got such high ratings.
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