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Humanity's Edge Trilogy #3
Reversion: Humanity's Edge Trilogy, Book Three
A surprise reunion. A forgotten friend.
At the end of the world, never dismiss the unexpected. Long odds and determination reward Sheriff Clay Dobbs with a little bit of what he wants most. But he won't rest - he can't rest - not until he's dead. And he has no plans for that until he defeats the insane military general who has caused so much hardship. But, it's not as easy as he thinks, not when there's an even more neurotic evildoer standing in his way. Can Clay learn to control himself, and the undead around him?
When the Crazed come for you, where will you hide?
At the end of the world, never dismiss the unexpected. Long odds and determination reward Sheriff Clay Dobbs with a little bit of what he wants most. But he won't rest - he can't rest - not until he's dead. And he has no plans for that until he defeats the insane military general who has caused so much hardship. But, it's not as easy as he thinks, not when there's an even more neurotic evildoer standing in his way. Can Clay learn to control himself, and the undead around him?
When the Crazed come for you, where will you hide?
- GenresZombies
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First published April 28, 2018
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About the author
Paul B. Kohler
34 books203 followersPaul B Kohler is the International Bestselling author of the highly acclaimed novel Linear Shift. His recent work includes Turn, Detour, and Reversion, from The Humanity's Edge Trilogy, along with several short stories. His short story, Rememorations, was included in The Immortality Chronicles - The Best Anthology of the Year as voted in the 2016 Preditors and Editors Readers Poll. Rememorations was also nominated for Best American Science Fiction.
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November 25, 2018
Humanity's Edge: The Complete Trilogy - This is my first read by this author and I was pleasantly surprised. The longer I read, the more disappointed I became with the storylines, the characters and happenings. Yes, we're dealing with zombies, but there should still be realism.
While Turn, book #1, started well, was fast paced and action packed, there were some things difficult to swallow. For example (spoiler): there's no way a military leader in charge of a takeover/evacuation would allow two civilians to take charge. OK, let that slide, but the comment that the Colonel "retreated to his corps" had me laughing since that's not in this character's vocabulary. Also, the officer left in charge by the Colonel is not portrayed properly. (Maybe the author is a civilian and doesn't understand the Military?) The sheriff suffers too jumping from a leader to an idiot to an out-of-control savage; he's negligent in the wrong places. Research would have made this correct and realistic.
These types of inconsistencies are prevalent and distracting. But the twists and turns, along with the stress and events keeps the reader interested in the story. Among other editing errors, this author follows the trend of using god when it is God; prejudice and intolerance, or not standing up to his publisher?
With Detour, book #2, the inconsistencies are coming out of the walls since the author appears not to have planned a better path through this book. The storylines are weak, the thoughts and actions of the sheriff are ridiculous. He's close to his daughter's whereabouts but a weak link keeps him from finding out where she went. Anger and stupidity are now the norm for him. Another spoiler: he's accomplished his mission at the hospital (which the hours spent there are unrealistic - plot planning) and is saved by an armed gang. Does he stay hidden, with his weapons and supplies; nope, he's here I am, take my weapons and goodies, and let me tell you about my secret weapon and where the rest of my people and supplies are hidden. All without a punch to his gut or a drop of water forced down his throat.
I made it almost to the end of Detour, but the poorly thought out storylines, which were mostly good in Turn, and the exponential increase in the stupidity of the sheriff's actions and the farfetched "realism" (yes, zombie story but plot better, then ambiguities aren't glaring at the reader) had me so annoyed I lost total interest in the rest of the story, after 60 percent read. Mr. Kohler started so well and floundered when he could have really had a different zombie story. These books have been out and still have not been corrected? 2*
While Turn, book #1, started well, was fast paced and action packed, there were some things difficult to swallow. For example (spoiler): there's no way a military leader in charge of a takeover/evacuation would allow two civilians to take charge. OK, let that slide, but the comment that the Colonel "retreated to his corps" had me laughing since that's not in this character's vocabulary. Also, the officer left in charge by the Colonel is not portrayed properly. (Maybe the author is a civilian and doesn't understand the Military?) The sheriff suffers too jumping from a leader to an idiot to an out-of-control savage; he's negligent in the wrong places. Research would have made this correct and realistic.
These types of inconsistencies are prevalent and distracting. But the twists and turns, along with the stress and events keeps the reader interested in the story. Among other editing errors, this author follows the trend of using god when it is God; prejudice and intolerance, or not standing up to his publisher?
With Detour, book #2, the inconsistencies are coming out of the walls since the author appears not to have planned a better path through this book. The storylines are weak, the thoughts and actions of the sheriff are ridiculous. He's close to his daughter's whereabouts but a weak link keeps him from finding out where she went. Anger and stupidity are now the norm for him. Another spoiler: he's accomplished his mission at the hospital (which the hours spent there are unrealistic - plot planning) and is saved by an armed gang. Does he stay hidden, with his weapons and supplies; nope, he's here I am, take my weapons and goodies, and let me tell you about my secret weapon and where the rest of my people and supplies are hidden. All without a punch to his gut or a drop of water forced down his throat.
I made it almost to the end of Detour, but the poorly thought out storylines, which were mostly good in Turn, and the exponential increase in the stupidity of the sheriff's actions and the farfetched "realism" (yes, zombie story but plot better, then ambiguities aren't glaring at the reader) had me so annoyed I lost total interest in the rest of the story, after 60 percent read. Mr. Kohler started so well and floundered when he could have really had a different zombie story. These books have been out and still have not been corrected? 2*
May 13, 2018
Reversion, the final book of the Humanity's Edge Trilogy is, well, okay. It motors along at a fairly steady rate, we find out what happened with some of the earlier characters from book 1 we haven't heard from, the characters newly introduced in book 2 also have their subplots resolved and dearest Clay bumbles around a bit more.
It was an alright story, I don't think it was as good as the second book and have to say the ending seemed a bit hollow to me - after all the action, adventure and travel it seemed like a bit of a fizzler. That's not to say it ruined the book, not at all, I guess I just had higher hopes for how it would resolve.
Overall, a bit predictable but still a decent way to fill in time like a B grade film.
It was an alright story, I don't think it was as good as the second book and have to say the ending seemed a bit hollow to me - after all the action, adventure and travel it seemed like a bit of a fizzler. That's not to say it ruined the book, not at all, I guess I just had higher hopes for how it would resolve.
Overall, a bit predictable but still a decent way to fill in time like a B grade film.
January 22, 2019
I hate to say it, but I didn't really like this book. I felt like the end was rushed and forced. I guess I expected a showdown, but it didn't work for me. Overall, the series was ok, but I liked the first book the best. Writing a novel, let alone a series, can't be easy so I don't want to trash it. It wasn't for me. Same with the narration, it wasn't for me. I could not fit the character with the voice for some reason.
This story was given to me for free at my request for my voluntary and unbiased review.
This story was given to me for free at my request for my voluntary and unbiased review.
April 12, 2024
Strong ending
Reversion is Book Three of the Humanity's Edge Trilogy. This series should be read in order.
After skimming most of the first book and half the second, I actually read the third. All-in-all it was a pretty good series and had a strong ending.
I'd read this author again but probably towards the bottom of my TBR list.
Reversion is Book Three of the Humanity's Edge Trilogy. This series should be read in order.
After skimming most of the first book and half the second, I actually read the third. All-in-all it was a pretty good series and had a strong ending.
I'd read this author again but probably towards the bottom of my TBR list.
June 11, 2019
Concluding part of the trilogy, as Clay continues his search for his wife & daughter. It is an okay book, but it is hard to like Clay, as he preaches the need for loyalty & team work, but will risk everyone for his goal!!
August 13, 2021
This differed from the conventional Zombie yarn, for which I am grateful. I could not relate to Clay and felt irritated by him at times. I absolutely loathed the ending but that is because I hate things tied up neatly and concluded optimistically.
March 30, 2025
Series conclusion. Like any zombie apocalypse there is always a battle among the living. I learned that in the walking dead tv show. This book series had that 3 fronts and only 1 will win. Good vs evil. I enjoyed this 3 book series.
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