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Adrian's Undead Diary #6
In the Arms of Family
Adrian Ring and evil don't get along.
When he can't be corrupted, turned, or forced to give up, evil will target those around him, including the family he had thought was dead.
In book six of Adrian's Undead Diary, no one near Adrian is safe. Many will make the ultimate sacrifice to ensure that he can keep his loved ones protected at any cost, and rebuild a new, better world.
In the Arms of Family also follows Kevin and Michelle as their stories entwine and bring them ever closer to the horrors that surround Adrian across the vast Atlantic Ocean.
How long can they survive before the dead finish what they came to do?
Book Six of the massive Adrian's Undead Diary post apocalyptic zombie epic is here at last!
In the Arms of Family contains Adrian's journal entries from June 23rd, 2011 through August 30th, 2011. It also is the home for Under the Moroccan Sun, The Great Fire, Becca, and Paranoia Island.
When he can't be corrupted, turned, or forced to give up, evil will target those around him, including the family he had thought was dead.
In book six of Adrian's Undead Diary, no one near Adrian is safe. Many will make the ultimate sacrifice to ensure that he can keep his loved ones protected at any cost, and rebuild a new, better world.
In the Arms of Family also follows Kevin and Michelle as their stories entwine and bring them ever closer to the horrors that surround Adrian across the vast Atlantic Ocean.
How long can they survive before the dead finish what they came to do?
Book Six of the massive Adrian's Undead Diary post apocalyptic zombie epic is here at last!
In the Arms of Family contains Adrian's journal entries from June 23rd, 2011 through August 30th, 2011. It also is the home for Under the Moroccan Sun, The Great Fire, Becca, and Paranoia Island.
347 pages, Paperback
First published June 2, 2014
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About the author
Chris Philbrook
81 books445 followers About Chris Philbrook
I am the creator and author of Tesser: A Dragon Among Us as well as Elmoryn's The Kinless Trilogy, Colony Lost, Adrian's Undead Diary and the Darkness of Diggory Finch.
I've gone to a LOT of college. I've got a Business degree as well as a Psychology degree, and I've done the full program at the school of hard knocks. I've been a printing press operator, bouncer, purchasing agent, bodyguard, customer service representative, mental health counselor, and more. I can write about weird shit because I've done weird shit. Trust me.
I call the wonderful state of New Hampshire my home, but I love to travel. I love to read, write, play role playing games, miniatures games, video games, and Magic: The Gathering. When I find the time to be active, I like to hike, play basketball, and play football. I am married to a wonderful woman, and together we have two wonderful daughters.
I am the creator and author of Tesser: A Dragon Among Us as well as Elmoryn's The Kinless Trilogy, Colony Lost, Adrian's Undead Diary and the Darkness of Diggory Finch.
I've gone to a LOT of college. I've got a Business degree as well as a Psychology degree, and I've done the full program at the school of hard knocks. I've been a printing press operator, bouncer, purchasing agent, bodyguard, customer service representative, mental health counselor, and more. I can write about weird shit because I've done weird shit. Trust me.
I call the wonderful state of New Hampshire my home, but I love to travel. I love to read, write, play role playing games, miniatures games, video games, and Magic: The Gathering. When I find the time to be active, I like to hike, play basketball, and play football. I am married to a wonderful woman, and together we have two wonderful daughters.
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June 3, 2014
I always win the race to rate my own books.
I enjoy cheating. It assures a better finish. :)
Book Six is a huge step forward in the scope of AUD. Adrian's world gets larger by far with this entry in the epic, and as a result, there are far more characters, moving pieces, and the scope of the whole story becomes more complex.
I think people will start to see a far more military bent to the series as well with this entry, as Kevin becomes more of an integral part in the twin side fictions, and the presence of the PJs as well.
I hope folks love this book as much as its predecessors, and as much as I loved writing it.
I enjoy cheating. It assures a better finish. :)
Book Six is a huge step forward in the scope of AUD. Adrian's world gets larger by far with this entry in the epic, and as a result, there are far more characters, moving pieces, and the scope of the whole story becomes more complex.
I think people will start to see a far more military bent to the series as well with this entry, as Kevin becomes more of an integral part in the twin side fictions, and the presence of the PJs as well.
I hope folks love this book as much as its predecessors, and as much as I loved writing it.
June 3, 2014
From betrayal to tragedy & grief to joyous reunion, Adrian becomes more in tune with what he means to this new world. Now with new content, this series is pure greatness.
August 6, 2019
Cool family. Will his surrogate family take a second place to his real one? That would be a real shame.
June 23, 2014
In the Arms of family is the sixth book in Chris Philbrook's Adrian's Undead Diary series. If you aren't caught up in your reading, I would look away now, because it's nearly impossible to not include spoilers at this point.
I know I say this with every new release, but the toe pusher thing never gets old. In fact, I've caught myself using it in conversation when things go wrong and just shrug at the person I've said it to when they give me a confused look. The tone of the series has gotten much darker and tension rises as the key players run out of time to save humanity.
Philbrook delivered exactly what I hoped he would. Much more time in book six was devoted to learning about, and following, Michelle and Kevin. Some explanation was given as to their roles as the savior and the warden. And it was a surprise to find something so literal behind Kevin's title, since there has been so much mystery and intrigue to the story thus far, it was a nice break.
Character progression continues to flow nicely, and Adrian must find a way to come to terms with Gilbert's betrayal. Death is not the end for many, and everyone has a role to play. This remains one of the best series I have ever read, and I, once again, am waiting impatiently for the next release.
I know I say this with every new release, but the toe pusher thing never gets old. In fact, I've caught myself using it in conversation when things go wrong and just shrug at the person I've said it to when they give me a confused look. The tone of the series has gotten much darker and tension rises as the key players run out of time to save humanity.
Philbrook delivered exactly what I hoped he would. Much more time in book six was devoted to learning about, and following, Michelle and Kevin. Some explanation was given as to their roles as the savior and the warden. And it was a surprise to find something so literal behind Kevin's title, since there has been so much mystery and intrigue to the story thus far, it was a nice break.
Character progression continues to flow nicely, and Adrian must find a way to come to terms with Gilbert's betrayal. Death is not the end for many, and everyone has a role to play. This remains one of the best series I have ever read, and I, once again, am waiting impatiently for the next release.
June 3, 2014
Everything is starting to come together. The dead KNOW Adrian is on the right path and they come at him from different angles. Keep focused and kick ass Mr. Ring!
August 7, 2018
The only thing I Hate about this book is that it is over now and I do not have audible credits to buy the last 2! *Throwing a fit* LOL I guess I will have to wait!
Super awesome addition to the series, we are getting closer and closer to what I suspect is going to be a final battle of sorts...I am super happy for Adrian that he was able to find some of his family, it was about time he got a little break...I am thrilled that I discovered this series and cant wait to finish it, even though I am going to have to for a bit...life is so unfair sometimes! lol
I HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!
1st read 1/13/16
JUST HAS GOOD A 2ND TIME AROUND!!! ON TO BOOK 7!!!!
3rd time was awesome too!!
Super awesome addition to the series, we are getting closer and closer to what I suspect is going to be a final battle of sorts...I am super happy for Adrian that he was able to find some of his family, it was about time he got a little break...I am thrilled that I discovered this series and cant wait to finish it, even though I am going to have to for a bit...life is so unfair sometimes! lol
I HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!
1st read 1/13/16
JUST HAS GOOD A 2ND TIME AROUND!!! ON TO BOOK 7!!!!
3rd time was awesome too!!
July 5, 2015
Another exciting page turner in the Adrian's Undead Diary series. Already started the next book in the series.
My favorite thing about this series is how Adrian and friends PLAN out things, and have contingencies in place. In so many zombie stories, the characters are just floating down a stream of events, instead of trying to control their passage down that stream.
This book even had me tearing up twice, with some drops down the cheek. I don't think I've ever done that before with a zombie book.
My favorite thing about this series is how Adrian and friends PLAN out things, and have contingencies in place. In so many zombie stories, the characters are just floating down a stream of events, instead of trying to control their passage down that stream.
This book even had me tearing up twice, with some drops down the cheek. I don't think I've ever done that before with a zombie book.
March 18, 2015
Another enjoyable entry of AUD series .The people in this entry continue to fight evil and work on creating new lives for themselves.Some important things happened. This author does an amazing job of developing his characters.
I can't say enough good things about this story. I've posted about every book in this series, I really just don't know what else to say except buy it and read it. If you even think you might enjoy this story, I promise you will.
I can't say enough good things about this story. I've posted about every book in this series, I really just don't know what else to say except buy it and read it. If you even think you might enjoy this story, I promise you will.
June 26, 2014
Another hit! This series is one I could read over and over, and still laugh at the funny parts and cry at the sad parts. That is the sign of a good book. I tried to pace myself this time and kind of make it last, but the longest I could make it last was two days. Impatiently waiting for the next book ;)
June 4, 2015
these books just keep getting better and better and better... I don't know what else to say except READ THIS SERIES
December 24, 2021
Hell yes. I feel like we're getting closer to some sort of major happening. I'm so looking forward to it...
September 17, 2020
This series isn't just survivors vs. zombies but good vs. evil. Certain people are having dreams, some good and some bad. This results in a devastating event at the high school which results in heart breaking loss. Good has a Trinity team that has to get together for humankind to survive which includes Adrian, Kevin ( Adrian's buddy from The Rangers) and Michelle who was present at the start of the apocalypse. I don't want to say too much as I may spoil some of the surprising twists in this awesome tale. I can't recommend this series enough, if you love character driven, emotionally charged stories with zombies and some great humourous moments, you have to read it.
August 4, 2023
Reading about average people who continue to get on with facing the unforeseen challenges that life bombards them with makes me feel better able to get on with facing my own challenges.
Thank you Chris Philbrook for yet another installment of the funny, frustrating and utterly human AUD universe. Adrian loses and gains people he loves and gets on with it. Adrian struggles with a world that doesn’t make sense and he gets on with it. The world is crazy and unpredictable but the only thing to do is get on with it, like I will with this awesome series.
Thank you Chris Philbrook for yet another installment of the funny, frustrating and utterly human AUD universe. Adrian loses and gains people he loves and gets on with it. Adrian struggles with a world that doesn’t make sense and he gets on with it. The world is crazy and unpredictable but the only thing to do is get on with it, like I will with this awesome series.
December 30, 2022
This was another excellent adventure in this mad zombie end of the world story! Leaning a littte more towards fantasy as well now, adds an extra dimension to the overall story! Great! I can't wait to see where this goes! One of the best zombie end of the world series I have read so far! A good fun read!
June 20, 2025
3.5
This was a solid continuation of the series and a welcome follow-up after the heartbreak in the last book. I’m still so invested in Adrian and the rest of the crew. It’s impossible not to stress over what’s coming next. With these new dangers on the horizon, I’m really curious to see how the people searching for Adrian will find their way to him. Can’t wait to keep going.
This was a solid continuation of the series and a welcome follow-up after the heartbreak in the last book. I’m still so invested in Adrian and the rest of the crew. It’s impossible not to stress over what’s coming next. With these new dangers on the horizon, I’m really curious to see how the people searching for Adrian will find their way to him. Can’t wait to keep going.
April 9, 2022
Hello, Mr. Diary. I just finished the sixth volume of Adrian's Undead Diary and enjoyed it quite a bit. It isn't the best entry in the series, but it still moves the story forward. See you after the next entry!
January 30, 2023
I love AUD. There are twists and turns in every instalment. You laugh with them and fear for their safety. The stories deal with everyday problems in an apocalypse and the not so average problems. Love it!
August 6, 2017
Fantastic story. On my third time around
June 8, 2019
I have greatly enjoyed this entire series. Also the Audible narrations are terrific.
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March 9, 2020Simply amazing series of books. Very well written.
Read
May 10, 2020Another great read in a series of excellent books.
July 4, 2020
Still hooked
Not the best of the series, but just as engaging.
Not your regular zombie fiction series.
Procedural Apocalypse story telling.
Not the best of the series, but just as engaging.
Not your regular zombie fiction series.
Procedural Apocalypse story telling.
August 21, 2020
While good, this one was not one of my top reads of the series
The the reunion that occurs was good, but when the book switches to the other "chosen" ones, it tends to slow down remarkably for me.
The the reunion that occurs was good, but when the book switches to the other "chosen" ones, it tends to slow down remarkably for me.
November 21, 2020
5 stars
Whew! Another race to the ending at a breakneck pace.! Another winner in this series. Can’t wait for the next.
Whew! Another race to the ending at a breakneck pace.! Another winner in this series. Can’t wait for the next.
November 10, 2021
Boy I did not see that twist coming, even with hints!
April 15, 2022
Alright. I have to admit it. He's won me over. The story gets better with each book.
April 17, 2022
Love love ❤️ love 💗
January 27, 2023
I may be in love with Adrian. I will also never get enough of these books.
October 29, 2023
Loved it on to bk.7
November 2, 2024
4.25
Great entry
I'm digging the Trinity storyline and the reveal of family members thought long lost was amazing
Go Caleb!!
Great entry
I'm digging the Trinity storyline and the reveal of family members thought long lost was amazing
Go Caleb!!
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