Shellshocked

San Diego Paranormal Police Department #2

by John P. Logsdon, Jenn Mitchell

A new drug has hit the streets. Zombies are running amok. Can the San Diego PPD really handle this?

Chief Jin Kannon has finally reversed most of the effects of his Integration, meaning he's become an effective killer again. Unfortunately, it's difficult to kill an enemy who is already dead, and even harder to kill ones you can't find. But with the city of San Diego facing a zombie apocalypse, the Paranormal Police Department must pull out all stops to eradicate the growing threat.

To make things even more fun, an infamous comic convention in San Diego is about to kick off, making for a whirlwind of hell as Jin's crew fights to protect the innocent.

As if that isn’t bad enough, the station's AI, Rusty, was given an android body to help the team succeed. Too bad he's manifesting hostile and jealous feelings toward Jin. In a nutshell, Rusty is being quite a dick.

Can Chief Kannon and the crew of the PPD rise above it all and find a way to save San Diego from the impending shitstorm on its horizon?

214 pages, Kindle Edition

First published September 20, 2024

About the author

John P. Logsdon is a former game designer, producer, and software engineer who shamelessly digs into the deep recesses of his mind to bring forth oddball characters and hilarious plots. He writes primarily in fantasy, urban fantasy, and science fiction, but he's also dabbled in cozy mystery from time to time. To see John's vast library of laughs, visit www.johnplogsdon.com.

Reviews

[Tawnya · Rating 3 out of 5]

I wish there was a better villain in this series. The scatological “humor” is beyond stupid. The books have always had the whole teenage-boy vibe, but this one is just weary. When even your own villain admits his idea was asinine you have written below your level.

Jin is a worthy hero. He deserved a better book. I hope that the final book gives it to him.

[Katy · Rating 5 out of 5]

This second book of the SDPPD had me laughing out loud one moment &, on two occasions, nearly hurling! Lol

I have to make it clear, that this was because I made the grave error of choosing to eat my dinner, while reading the book, and certain scenes involving Zombies, and what happens to them, if they get punished by their 'Master', the Vampire, 'Lord' Vestin, were a little graphic, especially after I'd just swallowed a mouthful of food! Lol

To be truthful, it was a momentary thing, which rarely happens to me, while reading about Zombies, but it certainly made me remember those scenes! 🤣

Just like book one, I've totally loved reading this book, and found that I'm really invested in Chief Jin Kannon, and his rather slow adjustment to life 'topside'. But, at least he has now got back his usual 'self', in which to adjust to life properly.

I also love that he's keeping a score in his head, of the Pros, and Cons, of living this new life, Topside!

I love almost all of the characters that he deals with, too - and even some of the Zombies have earned my wholehearted sympathy - and I also love how Jin is slowly learning to appreciate his Team - and how sympathetic he is, to the AI, Rusty.

I'm now eager to go on to Book Three - the book that actually started my adventure into this series: 'Thunderstruck', so I can find out what's going to happen next, and if Chief Jin Kannon actually makes his plan work!

I won't say any more because . . . Spoilers! Lol

So, once I finish this next book, I'll catch you on the flip side, to let you know what I thought of this third - & I'm hoping, not the last - book!

[Tom Intiso · Rating 5 out of 5]

Soooo many laughs, and a pretty good story to boot!

I commented in my review of the first book, that it had markedly less of John Logsdon’s trademark humor. This wasn’t a bad thing, but it WAS different. Now many might say, “Vive le difference!” They might even say with the same bad fake French accent I imagine. Logsdon, however? Not so much.

With an even worse fake French accent than I’m capable of imagining, I can almost see him leaping atop his desk, wielding a cutlass made from the blades of the ceiling fan, screaming, “Screw le difference!” Because his trademark humor has returned with a vengeance and most ASSuredly left it’s scatalogical mark.

If you caught my homage to Monty Python’s Meaning of Life, you get double bonus points (please note bonus points not allowable in all jurisdictions. Bonus points may not be used as legal tender. Bonus points may cause side effects…and I’ll let you imagine the rest, because if you’re even interested in one of John’s books it’s a fairly good sign that you have a fertile imagination).

All that being said, ENJOY! (And have a laugh or two on John, they come free with every copy)

[Audrey Cienki · Rating 5 out of 5]

Shellshocked, book 2 of the San Diego Paranormal Police Department(PPD) by John P Logsdon and Jennifer Mitchell, is a fun dive into this most recent PPD.
Ok. Jin has his abilities back so he can deal with the zombie threat, but does that mean his interpersonal skills of dealing with his department? After all, Jin is an introvert, and now he has to manage a department of very diverse individuals. I mean, just how do you handle a jealous AI? Just how big of a problem is Rusty going to be now that he has a body?
The coyotes are my favorites. They are a fun, and interesting, group.
This is a great and fun read!

[Bennah · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another win for the PPD series

Having read all the various Paranormal Police Department series, I can say that this one definitely joins the ranks of the hilarity that is the PPD.

Jenn Mitchell's humor matches, if not tops John Logsdon's humor, and together they have written a fun, funny series. I can't wait to read book 3, although I am already sad knowing that this ride is almost over

[Scott · Rating 5 out of 5]

2nd even better

I love how the relationships between the team have developed, and as things turn more interesting, we see a lot more history and bonding bring things together.
Jin is a great character, and with his previous history, it does help with the overall development.
Logsdon does well with this universe, and this promises to be another great addition to my library.

[Sharon Baris · Rating 5 out of 5]

Funny book full of kindness and ineptitude.

Protagonist from the Badlands finds he is woefully ill-equipped to lead a paranormal police department with an assorted cast of characters filled with varying idiosyncrasies. His nemesis is an inept vampire with delusions of grandeur and poor judgement with a flawed plan to rule the world. There are laughs on every page.

[Cheryl Davis · Rating 3 out of 5]

It's a shame, but I really don't like this series at all. It is pretty childish, very silly and spoils what could have been a decent story. Lots of infantile humour, bad language and little else, along with the main character not wanting to be where he is and dealing with a moron group of colleagues. Not worth reading book three for me, don't care at all what Jin does.

[A.L. Thornton · Rating 4 out of 5]

Pleasantly amusing

Although after the first book I felt dissatisfied I am pleased that book 2 not only continues the story from the end of book 1 but even goes farther. The humor and character development are lovely. I actually found this book more difficult to put down and am looking forward to book 3.

[Linda · Rating 5 out of 5]

Hahahaha

Be careful where you read this, laughing uncontrollably in public makes you look deranged. The characters are well thought out and fun to read. There is a lot of jumping around which adds to the joy.

[Eric · Rating 1 out of 5]

This probably will be the last book in this series that I will read. Although I’ve enjoyed the other PPD series.
I did not enjoy the style nor storyline. The plot twist and turns were sophomoric and juvenile.
It relied too much on gutter humor

[Sharon Harradine · Rating 5 out of 5]

well worth a read

Loved this book, well rounded characters that you want to go on learning about. Great story can’t wait to read the next instalment.