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30Seven: A Sci-Fi Horror Novel
After a year of torment following his wife Isabella’s brutal murder at the hands of an artistic serial killer, Marcus Lockwood retreats with his son Elias to Moose Hollow—a secluded campground in backwoods Maine—in search of healing. There, a close-knit band of lifelong campers immerses them in a warm, nostalgic experience filled with fishing, canoeing, and crackling barbeques, offering a taste of normalcy.
When whispers of eerie UFO sightings ignite an annual night vigil on the beach, Marcus and Elias eagerly join the hunt for the inexplicable. They get much more than they bargained for when the sky erupts in otherworldly light. A mysterious craft descends, and in one surreal moment, twenty-eight people are abducted.
Isabella’s killer is one of them.
When THE OTHERS became Jeremy Robinson’s first New York Times bestselling novel, he believed he’d crafted his ultimate UFO story. He was wrong. Now, the #1 Audible bestselling author returns to the genre he loves, delivering a horrific twist to sci-fi storytelling with 30SEVEN, which will make aliens think twice before their next abduction.
When whispers of eerie UFO sightings ignite an annual night vigil on the beach, Marcus and Elias eagerly join the hunt for the inexplicable. They get much more than they bargained for when the sky erupts in otherworldly light. A mysterious craft descends, and in one surreal moment, twenty-eight people are abducted.
Isabella’s killer is one of them.
When THE OTHERS became Jeremy Robinson’s first New York Times bestselling novel, he believed he’d crafted his ultimate UFO story. He was wrong. Now, the #1 Audible bestselling author returns to the genre he loves, delivering a horrific twist to sci-fi storytelling with 30SEVEN, which will make aliens think twice before their next abduction.
336 pages, Paperback
Published February 3, 2026
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Jeremy Robinson
164 books2,615 followersJeremy Robinson is the New York Times bestselling author of seventy novels and novellas, including Apocalypse Machine, Island 731, and SecondWorld, as well as the Jack Sigler thriller series and Project Nemesis, the highest selling, original (non-licensed) kaiju novel of all time. He’s known for mixing elements of science, history and mythology, which has earned him the #1 spot in Science Fiction and Action-Adventure, and secured him as the top creature feature author. Many of his novels have been adapted into comic books, optioned for film and TV, and translated into thirteen languages. He lives in New Hampshire with his wife and three children. Visit him at www.bewareofmonsters.com.
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2.5 stars
The nitty-gritty: Unique ideas and a strong first half weren’t enough to save this ultimately confusing murder mystery set aboard a UFO.
30Seven should have worked for me—on paper it’s everything I love in a science fiction horror story. But despite a strong start, it devolved into a messy, over-stuffed tale with a bunch of characters I didn’t really care about. Jeremy Robinson is a very popular author with lots of books under his belt, but this felt like the author had taken every alien abduction cliché in the book and thrown them into a blender with too many other elements. About halfway through I lost interest in both the plot and the identity of the killer, and honestly, it was a struggle to finish it.
Marcus Lockwood’s wife was murdered a year ago, and the killer was never found. Now he and his thirteen-year-old son Elias are trying to cope, so when an opportunity comes up to take Elias on a camping trip, Marcus thinks the time away will do them both some good. When they arrive, they meet a handful of other campers. Emmett is an older man who takes Elias under his wing, teaching him how to fish and offering sage advice. Gabe, Serena, Sam and Jade befriend Marcus and Elias as well, and Marcus realizes this is just what they needed.
But there are whisperings of UFO sightings in the area. Elias claims he saw Emmett walk down to the lake in the middle of the night with a “tall man.” The camp regulars who have been coming for years confirm that they’ve all seen weird lights in the sky. And then one day, twenty-eight people in the camp are abducted by a UFO, including Marcus and Elias and their new friends. One of the aliens communicates with Marcus and explains that someone is killing the aliens on his ship. When he describes the state of the bodies, Marcus realizes it’s identical to the way his late wife’s body was found. It can’t be a coincidence, and Marcus knows that the killer must be among them. The alien wants Marcus’s help: to identify and kill the killer before they claim their next victim.
First, the positives. I had a lot of fun with the first half of the story. Robinson sets up some intriguing mysteries, like how Marcus’s wife’s killer is connected to the camp. And when the aliens enter the picture, there’s even more of a connection because the aliens on the UFO are being killed in the same horrific way. We also learn about the title of the book. The thirty-seventh parallel is a real thing, an area that cuts through multiple U.S. states and countries where UFO activity is often reported (Area 51 in Nevada is within the thirty-seventh parallel, for example). The author drops a few interesting things about the number 37 in pop culture (like times where it’s used in movies), and while I found this fascinating, I didn’t really understand its significance to the overall story.
There were some nice moments on the spaceship, especially when Marcus starts communicating with an alien calling himself Kova. I found the idea of creating a story around an abduction fascinating, and eventually Kova reveals the history of the aliens and why they abduct humans. There’s a fair amount of info dumping during this section, though, and the backstory of the aliens turned out to be way more convoluted than it needed to be.
Unfortunately, as much as I loved the idea of an alien/serial killer mash-up, it never really came together for me (I think the story would have been better without the aliens, to be honest). I thought there was way too much going on, and it felt at times as though the author was painting himself into a corner, unable to resolve anything in a satisfactory way. When the killer is finally revealed at the end, it didn’t make sense at all. If the author was going for shock value, he succeeded, but to say I didn’t like the way things turned out is an understatement.
I also struggled with the characters. I wanted to feel sorry for Marcus and Elias, but I never quite got there. The alien Kova was just weird, and the rest of the side characters were never fleshed out enough for me to care much about them. Chapters from the killer’s point of view are interspersed throughout the book, and these were probably my least favorite parts of the story. The killer has an odd sense of humor that didn’t work with the rest of the story, and their voice was more of a clichéd villain than anything else.
So ultimately 30Seven was a disappointment, although other readers seem to be enjoying it way more than I did, so do give it a try if it sounds good to you.
With thanks to the publisher for providing a review copy.
The nitty-gritty: Unique ideas and a strong first half weren’t enough to save this ultimately confusing murder mystery set aboard a UFO.
30Seven should have worked for me—on paper it’s everything I love in a science fiction horror story. But despite a strong start, it devolved into a messy, over-stuffed tale with a bunch of characters I didn’t really care about. Jeremy Robinson is a very popular author with lots of books under his belt, but this felt like the author had taken every alien abduction cliché in the book and thrown them into a blender with too many other elements. About halfway through I lost interest in both the plot and the identity of the killer, and honestly, it was a struggle to finish it.
Marcus Lockwood’s wife was murdered a year ago, and the killer was never found. Now he and his thirteen-year-old son Elias are trying to cope, so when an opportunity comes up to take Elias on a camping trip, Marcus thinks the time away will do them both some good. When they arrive, they meet a handful of other campers. Emmett is an older man who takes Elias under his wing, teaching him how to fish and offering sage advice. Gabe, Serena, Sam and Jade befriend Marcus and Elias as well, and Marcus realizes this is just what they needed.
But there are whisperings of UFO sightings in the area. Elias claims he saw Emmett walk down to the lake in the middle of the night with a “tall man.” The camp regulars who have been coming for years confirm that they’ve all seen weird lights in the sky. And then one day, twenty-eight people in the camp are abducted by a UFO, including Marcus and Elias and their new friends. One of the aliens communicates with Marcus and explains that someone is killing the aliens on his ship. When he describes the state of the bodies, Marcus realizes it’s identical to the way his late wife’s body was found. It can’t be a coincidence, and Marcus knows that the killer must be among them. The alien wants Marcus’s help: to identify and kill the killer before they claim their next victim.
First, the positives. I had a lot of fun with the first half of the story. Robinson sets up some intriguing mysteries, like how Marcus’s wife’s killer is connected to the camp. And when the aliens enter the picture, there’s even more of a connection because the aliens on the UFO are being killed in the same horrific way. We also learn about the title of the book. The thirty-seventh parallel is a real thing, an area that cuts through multiple U.S. states and countries where UFO activity is often reported (Area 51 in Nevada is within the thirty-seventh parallel, for example). The author drops a few interesting things about the number 37 in pop culture (like times where it’s used in movies), and while I found this fascinating, I didn’t really understand its significance to the overall story.
There were some nice moments on the spaceship, especially when Marcus starts communicating with an alien calling himself Kova. I found the idea of creating a story around an abduction fascinating, and eventually Kova reveals the history of the aliens and why they abduct humans. There’s a fair amount of info dumping during this section, though, and the backstory of the aliens turned out to be way more convoluted than it needed to be.
Unfortunately, as much as I loved the idea of an alien/serial killer mash-up, it never really came together for me (I think the story would have been better without the aliens, to be honest). I thought there was way too much going on, and it felt at times as though the author was painting himself into a corner, unable to resolve anything in a satisfactory way. When the killer is finally revealed at the end, it didn’t make sense at all. If the author was going for shock value, he succeeded, but to say I didn’t like the way things turned out is an understatement.
I also struggled with the characters. I wanted to feel sorry for Marcus and Elias, but I never quite got there. The alien Kova was just weird, and the rest of the side characters were never fleshed out enough for me to care much about them. Chapters from the killer’s point of view are interspersed throughout the book, and these were probably my least favorite parts of the story. The killer has an odd sense of humor that didn’t work with the rest of the story, and their voice was more of a clichéd villain than anything else.
So ultimately 30Seven was a disappointment, although other readers seem to be enjoying it way more than I did, so do give it a try if it sounds good to you.
With thanks to the publisher for providing a review copy.
Review of advance copy received from Author
I love dark stories and was excited when I first heard about this book. It is a wonderful combination of sci-fi, horror and thriller that is perfectly narrated by Scott Brick. There are some dark scenes that reach out and grab you and make you want to look away, but you can't because you have to know what happens. Jeremy Robinson is such a good author, as he can write any genre and make it impossible to put down. Grab this one and buckle up for a wild ride!
January 22, 2026
An interesting crossover!
30Seven is a sci-fi/horror hybrid about aliens abducting a group of people, and happens to include a vicious serial killer of both humans and aliens. The group is sent back to their campground, but the group is quickly re-abducted and one of the group who is less effected than the others to mind control. The hunt occurs on a ship, and there are few survivors. The book has excellent writing, good characters, a well paced and unique crossover plot. Overall, 5/5 stars, highly recommended to both fans of serial killer and sci-fi, especially alien invasion sci-fi!!
30Seven is a sci-fi/horror hybrid about aliens abducting a group of people, and happens to include a vicious serial killer of both humans and aliens. The group is sent back to their campground, but the group is quickly re-abducted and one of the group who is less effected than the others to mind control. The hunt occurs on a ship, and there are few survivors. The book has excellent writing, good characters, a well paced and unique crossover plot. Overall, 5/5 stars, highly recommended to both fans of serial killer and sci-fi, especially alien invasion sci-fi!!
July 6, 2025
Rare (Possibly Unique?) Genre Bender/ Blender From The New God Of Science Fiction.
Every damn time I say "this is Jeremy Robinson at his absolute best", he comes out with another book even better - usually with the very next book. :D
Here, we get the kick ass scifi action Robinson gained his following for - he's never going to go far from that, in my experience having read every book he's written. But we *also* get an emotional depth that is sometimes less prevalent in his tales, and here we get it to the levels of his most emotional books to date such as The Distance or Alter. Indeed, it even harkens back all the way to The Last Hunter in some ways, with being even more blatant about just how much a father loves his son.
But then... the genre bending. Some of it, I'm not going to even hint at here, as it would be a massive spoiler. But I *can* say, given that Robinson has used this particular blend at other times (notably in the "Infinite Timeline"'s The Dark), that the horror here is some of the darkest, sickest, most vile horror I've seen on page in quite some time - the kind of horror that makes you question even friends you've known online for approaching two decades and have even shared a few meals with in real life over the years. The other bit of genre bending though... you're going to have to read this book. It was done at least as well as anything else here, but you'll get no hints from me as to what it is. I will say that as good as the scifi/ horror itself is, this particular addition makes the story here *that much stronger*, and even though Robinson has never gone this direction before, he actually manages to pull it off at least as well as others who write in this space for their careers. Maybe even better.
As with so many of his books of late, there is also a fair amount of meta-commentary here, including one bit where even I had to tell him "You're starting to convince me that you actually enjoy the frequent political complaints from both sides thinking they know you. 😃". So before you even get to that line in particular (and no I'm not revealing it), just know that *I* have known this man for nearly 20 yrs. We met in *Myspace*. I've read every book he has written, and I've even hung out with him at the annual (since 2015 or so) Robinsonfest event a few times, including both 2023 and 2024 when it was in St. Augustine, FL, near my home in Jacksonville. And even *I* can't tell you his actual positions on any political or religious point. So if you think you know him better than I do... a few people do. His family. His long time editor. Several close friends, including several fans. Outside of those specific people... no, you most likely do not. Still, I invite you to read this book and write your own review of it, and if you feel you must call him out for some perceived political or religious sin... so be it. Just know that I for one am going to laugh my ass off when I see you do it. :)
Overall, this really was Robinson at his absolute best to date, pushing himself in directions I honestly never saw coming from him. Thus, almost no matter what your particular reading preference is... you need to put this one on your TBR. You're going to want to experience this tale from a true Master of his craft.
Very much recommended.
Every damn time I say "this is Jeremy Robinson at his absolute best", he comes out with another book even better - usually with the very next book. :D
Here, we get the kick ass scifi action Robinson gained his following for - he's never going to go far from that, in my experience having read every book he's written. But we *also* get an emotional depth that is sometimes less prevalent in his tales, and here we get it to the levels of his most emotional books to date such as The Distance or Alter. Indeed, it even harkens back all the way to The Last Hunter in some ways, with being even more blatant about just how much a father loves his son.
But then... the genre bending. Some of it, I'm not going to even hint at here, as it would be a massive spoiler. But I *can* say, given that Robinson has used this particular blend at other times (notably in the "Infinite Timeline"'s The Dark), that the horror here is some of the darkest, sickest, most vile horror I've seen on page in quite some time - the kind of horror that makes you question even friends you've known online for approaching two decades and have even shared a few meals with in real life over the years. The other bit of genre bending though... you're going to have to read this book. It was done at least as well as anything else here, but you'll get no hints from me as to what it is. I will say that as good as the scifi/ horror itself is, this particular addition makes the story here *that much stronger*, and even though Robinson has never gone this direction before, he actually manages to pull it off at least as well as others who write in this space for their careers. Maybe even better.
As with so many of his books of late, there is also a fair amount of meta-commentary here, including one bit where even I had to tell him "You're starting to convince me that you actually enjoy the frequent political complaints from both sides thinking they know you. 😃". So before you even get to that line in particular (and no I'm not revealing it), just know that *I* have known this man for nearly 20 yrs. We met in *Myspace*. I've read every book he has written, and I've even hung out with him at the annual (since 2015 or so) Robinsonfest event a few times, including both 2023 and 2024 when it was in St. Augustine, FL, near my home in Jacksonville. And even *I* can't tell you his actual positions on any political or religious point. So if you think you know him better than I do... a few people do. His family. His long time editor. Several close friends, including several fans. Outside of those specific people... no, you most likely do not. Still, I invite you to read this book and write your own review of it, and if you feel you must call him out for some perceived political or religious sin... so be it. Just know that I for one am going to laugh my ass off when I see you do it. :)
Overall, this really was Robinson at his absolute best to date, pushing himself in directions I honestly never saw coming from him. Thus, almost no matter what your particular reading preference is... you need to put this one on your TBR. You're going to want to experience this tale from a true Master of his craft.
Very much recommended.
December 31, 2025
**Rating 3.5**
I’m a big fan of sci-fi, which is what originally drew me to 30Seven (love the cover artwork) and it delivered a refreshing, original storyline. I really enjoyed the blend of sci-fi, horror, and thriller element. This is not something I’ve read before, and the genre combination worked well overall.
There were a few things that kept me from rating it higher. I struggled at first with the shift in narration from Marcus to the first Aberration chapter. The change was so drastic that I had a hard time picturing what was happening. While I understand that this confusion was likely intentional, it took until about the third Aberration chapter before I stopped feeling disoriented. I also noticed a clear change in pacing, which the author addresses in the notes and is very much understandable. I wouldn’t say I struggled to finish the book, but I wasn’t as eager to read the second half as I was the first. Additionally, as other readers have mentioned, the story slowed down at times due to repeated recap scenes when characters reunited.
What really stood out to me was the character development, especially Sam. She’s a strong female character who pairs well with Marcus, a nerdy game developer. Marcus in particular, was great at expressing his thoughts and emotions and I found it easy to connect with him.
The sci-fi technology was another highlight. The living shell, biomechanical semi-sentient floor was an especially cool concept. I also enjoyed the many pop culture references. Most, if not all, were familiar to me and added to the fun. I had no issue with the use of profanity, it felt appropriate to the situations and tone of the story.
As for the ending, I genuinely did not see Elias being revealed as the serial killer. I initially imagined the killer was a man from the campground, someone outside the group. I didn’t think it was possible for any of them to cause such gore, especially Elias after the loss of his mother. There’s nothing quite like a teenage psychopath twist to catch you off guard.
Overall, I enjoyed 30Seven and would recommend it to readers looking for a fun, unique blend of sci-fi, horror, and thriller.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I’m a big fan of sci-fi, which is what originally drew me to 30Seven (love the cover artwork) and it delivered a refreshing, original storyline. I really enjoyed the blend of sci-fi, horror, and thriller element. This is not something I’ve read before, and the genre combination worked well overall.
There were a few things that kept me from rating it higher. I struggled at first with the shift in narration from Marcus to the first Aberration chapter. The change was so drastic that I had a hard time picturing what was happening. While I understand that this confusion was likely intentional, it took until about the third Aberration chapter before I stopped feeling disoriented. I also noticed a clear change in pacing, which the author addresses in the notes and is very much understandable. I wouldn’t say I struggled to finish the book, but I wasn’t as eager to read the second half as I was the first. Additionally, as other readers have mentioned, the story slowed down at times due to repeated recap scenes when characters reunited.
What really stood out to me was the character development, especially Sam. She’s a strong female character who pairs well with Marcus, a nerdy game developer. Marcus in particular, was great at expressing his thoughts and emotions and I found it easy to connect with him.
The sci-fi technology was another highlight. The living shell, biomechanical semi-sentient floor was an especially cool concept. I also enjoyed the many pop culture references. Most, if not all, were familiar to me and added to the fun. I had no issue with the use of profanity, it felt appropriate to the situations and tone of the story.
As for the ending, I genuinely did not see Elias being revealed as the serial killer. I initially imagined the killer was a man from the campground, someone outside the group. I didn’t think it was possible for any of them to cause such gore, especially Elias after the loss of his mother. There’s nothing quite like a teenage psychopath twist to catch you off guard.
Overall, I enjoyed 30Seven and would recommend it to readers looking for a fun, unique blend of sci-fi, horror, and thriller.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
30Seven is a confident genre collision with scifi horror slamming headlong into serial killer suspense and both coming out stranger, bloodier and more interesting for it. Robinson takes two familiar frameworks - the alien abduction story and the murder mystery - and gleefully destabilises them. Expectations are set, then shredded. Clues refuse to sit neatly, and the mystery delivers twists that are full of surprise.
When the book hits its stride, it’s ferocious. The action scenes are fast, sharp and cinematic; the horror is gory, unsettling and unflinching. Robinson doesn’t shy away from viscera or dread. The twists are earned, the reveals bold and the central mystery keeps you guessing right up to the moment it snaps into focus.
There’s a deliberate slow burn as the scene is set and relationships are established before the alien abduction and serial killer machinery fully engage but that patience isn't fully rewarded. Outside of Marcus - whose grief, anger and desperate need to protect his son form the book's strongest emotional core - the cast remains skin deep. Elias and the surrounding group never receive the same depth, dulling moments that should land with far more force. There's little tension when you don't care which characters survive.
Momentum is further hampered by repeated recap scenes when characters reunite, forcing the reader to sit through explanations of events they've already experienced. It becomes doubly frustrating when the mystery itself withholds too many clues to meaningfully speculate on the killer’s identity. Rather than piecing things together, it often feels like a process of elimination.
By the time the story reaches its climax, that accumulation of friction robbed much of the enjoyment from the journey. The reveal still lands with a genuine twist but the pacing and character issues ultimately keep it from becoming the sharp, relentless genre mash up it had the potential to be.
My thanks to Podium Publishing for the arc.
When the book hits its stride, it’s ferocious. The action scenes are fast, sharp and cinematic; the horror is gory, unsettling and unflinching. Robinson doesn’t shy away from viscera or dread. The twists are earned, the reveals bold and the central mystery keeps you guessing right up to the moment it snaps into focus.
There’s a deliberate slow burn as the scene is set and relationships are established before the alien abduction and serial killer machinery fully engage but that patience isn't fully rewarded. Outside of Marcus - whose grief, anger and desperate need to protect his son form the book's strongest emotional core - the cast remains skin deep. Elias and the surrounding group never receive the same depth, dulling moments that should land with far more force. There's little tension when you don't care which characters survive.
Momentum is further hampered by repeated recap scenes when characters reunite, forcing the reader to sit through explanations of events they've already experienced. It becomes doubly frustrating when the mystery itself withholds too many clues to meaningfully speculate on the killer’s identity. Rather than piecing things together, it often feels like a process of elimination.
By the time the story reaches its climax, that accumulation of friction robbed much of the enjoyment from the journey. The reveal still lands with a genuine twist but the pacing and character issues ultimately keep it from becoming the sharp, relentless genre mash up it had the potential to be.
My thanks to Podium Publishing for the arc.
December 5, 2025
As a long time reader of Jeremy Robinson, you would think that I would know better than to assume a UFO abduction story is just about UFO abductions. This book had so many twists and turns that I could not put it down.
Keeping this spoiler free... Marcus Lockwood lost his wife to a serial killer a year ago. To reconnect with his son, Elias, he decides to spend a weekend at a campground called Moose Hollow. Marcus and his son befriend the owner of the campground and a group of people who regularly come to the campground each year. There have been rumors of UFO sightings at the campground for decades, but no one has ever taken them seriously. Until one night, they hatch a plan to attempt to catch a UFO on video. What they capture is more than they bargained for. The entire group is abducted...and so is the individual who brutally murdered his wife.
Even with the UFO element, this book leans heavily into horror. Fans of Torment and The Dark will definitely enjoy this book. I will admit that there were moments when I had to step away to take a break, because what was happening in the book was too much for me to manage in one sitting. However, the plot is addicting. You think you know all the answers, and then, with one tiny twist, you are back to knowing nothing.
I highly recommend this book if you like a bit of family drama with your sci-fi and a bit of mystery with your horror.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Keeping this spoiler free... Marcus Lockwood lost his wife to a serial killer a year ago. To reconnect with his son, Elias, he decides to spend a weekend at a campground called Moose Hollow. Marcus and his son befriend the owner of the campground and a group of people who regularly come to the campground each year. There have been rumors of UFO sightings at the campground for decades, but no one has ever taken them seriously. Until one night, they hatch a plan to attempt to catch a UFO on video. What they capture is more than they bargained for. The entire group is abducted...and so is the individual who brutally murdered his wife.
Even with the UFO element, this book leans heavily into horror. Fans of Torment and The Dark will definitely enjoy this book. I will admit that there were moments when I had to step away to take a break, because what was happening in the book was too much for me to manage in one sitting. However, the plot is addicting. You think you know all the answers, and then, with one tiny twist, you are back to knowing nothing.
I highly recommend this book if you like a bit of family drama with your sci-fi and a bit of mystery with your horror.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
I have been trying to step outside of my romantasy comfort zone so when I read the description of this serially killer alien abduction book I was like. Yeah okay. That sounds like it would be a good time. Boy was I wrong. This was exceptional. I loved it so much. The fun easy going group of campers sharing stories and bonding felt so genuine. I loved the dynamics that put a slight creepy vibe to the whole book. Just that lingered over your shoulder feel that something is watching or bad is going to happen. This book is also funny like laugh out loud funny. It aloud me a reprieve from the tension and let me sink further into the plot. There are definitely some disturbing serially killer level elements and staging of bodies so be prepared for that, but my pathology side just was inquisitive about the art trying to picture it. I listened to this in one sitting and loved that the Narrator Scott Brick brought so much to this narration. His characters and voices gave me chills. The POV of the serial killer was epic that voice so monotoned and devoid of clues to who it was, was perfection. Definitely looking for more books narrated by Scott Brick. If you love a good murder mystery and enjoy some extra fun elements of some Sci-fi in there. Definitely pick this book up.
October 10, 2025
I read this book because I saw the ARC, the blurb sounded interesting and I thought, why not? And I leave my voluntary review after spending an inordinate amount of time gaping like a fish. What? I thought it was all SciFi, with a dash of murder mystery and what not, but no… it’s more. I was happily reading along and BAM, I was so surprised! It wasn’t out of the blue, but it was still unexpected, and I was reeling so much, I had to stop and talk about it, because it made this book 100 times better than I expected. The suspense, the abduction, the reason behind it, the cover up, the everything! It’s so well done. I thought I knew what I was getting into, but I was wrong. This book surpassed my expectations, and it’s a great story for fans of murder mysteries, SciFi, gaming, and everything in between. Incredible read. And the twists and turns are beautiful! The killer is expected and unexpected in a way, unexpected because it isn’t obvious, but also expected because the author made it make sense (as much as insanity makes sense). Really well done, incredible read, I recommend it.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
Review of advance copy
There’s a reason Jeremy Robinson sits firmly in my top two favorite authors—and 30Seven is a perfect example why. This book is a wildly addictive genre mash of horror, sci-fi, and whodunit mystery that somehow balances all three without ever losing momentum. From the very first chapter, the story sinks its hooks in deep and refuses to let go.
Robinson excels at building tension and atmosphere, layering unsettling horror elements over a sharp, fast-moving mystery while weaving in high-concept science fiction that keeps you guessing. Every reveal raises the stakes, and just when you think you’ve figured things out, the book pulls the rug out from under you. The pacing is relentless, the ideas are bold, and the execution is insanely good.
If you’re a fan of genre-blending stories that are smart, creepy, and impossible to put down, 30Seven is a must-read—and a reminder of why Jeremy Robinson is such a standout voice in speculative fiction.
Robinson excels at building tension and atmosphere, layering unsettling horror elements over a sharp, fast-moving mystery while weaving in high-concept science fiction that keeps you guessing. Every reveal raises the stakes, and just when you think you’ve figured things out, the book pulls the rug out from under you. The pacing is relentless, the ideas are bold, and the execution is insanely good.
If you’re a fan of genre-blending stories that are smart, creepy, and impossible to put down, 30Seven is a must-read—and a reminder of why Jeremy Robinson is such a standout voice in speculative fiction.
Review of advance copy
Murder mystery set at a lakeside campground and on a UFO. Marcus and his son Elias are at a campground 1 year after the death of their wife/mother. Father and son meet a group of close friends that have been vacationing there for years and begin to decompress after their year of grieving their loss. The campground is known locally for UFO sightings and this visit does not disappoint however, the serial killer that murdered Marcus’ wife may have followed them to the campground.
The book started off well but the murder scenes were just beyond gruesome and took away from my enjoyment of the story despite the decent storyline.
The book started off well but the murder scenes were just beyond gruesome and took away from my enjoyment of the story despite the decent storyline.
January 28, 2026
The story flew by! Satisfying! Scott Brick narration was a warm blanket on this sub-zero day. I loved Marcus, a typical helicopter dad after the murder of his wife. Elias, a typical 13 year old? The camp that Marcus & Elias roughed it in reminded me of my childhood summers lol and the friends they made at the camp created a great found family. They all go through a lot on the journey to solve a murder. The aliens were interesting & technology well thought out. I’m a character reader & they were all great! Loved it & look forward to another. @podiumaudio @jeremyrobinson
December 6, 2025
I was left with my jaw unhinged at times! This genre bending masterpiece was so well written it felt like I was watching a movie in my head! A major company needs to pick this up and turn it into a movie or a series like right now! I don’t want to give anything away so I highly recommend you read this book now! You won’t be disappointed!.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
January 21, 2026
2.5 stars. I did not enjoy the aberration chapters, they pulled me out of the story. I wish it was more of a traditional first contact story but it really felt like the entire plot was to preach about the dangers of an AGI being created (genAI is a-OK though, apparently). I didn’t particularly like any of the characters so when I found who the killer was, I wasn’t impressed and definitely wasn’t shocked.
I really hope there’s not going to be a follow up.
I really hope there’s not going to be a follow up.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
Review of advance copy
This novel was unlike any novel I’ve ever read. Very thought provoking, dark, twisted, fun. Not gonna lie at some points I was uncomfortable, but the imagination it takes to create a novel like this, Jeremy Robinson has an amazing mind and can blend and twist genres unlike any other. This story was truly a work of art. And if you read it too, you will see exactly what I mean. This is a must read.
Review of advance copy received from Publisher
I’ve read/listened to everything Jeremy Robinson has written and this book was at a whole different level. This takes a darker turn then most of his books so be ready for a different feel.
I do have to say although it was different, it still had the amazing world building that Jeremy is know for, I don’t want to say to much because I would hate to give away any hints on who to trust in the book or not but it is one crazy ride that I immensely enjoyed.
I do have to say although it was different, it still had the amazing world building that Jeremy is know for, I don’t want to say to much because I would hate to give away any hints on who to trust in the book or not but it is one crazy ride that I immensely enjoyed.
January 17, 2026
This is a dark and sinister read mixed with sci fi and serial killer. The reveal of the serial killer was jaw dropping and a good twist. Overall, I don’t think I was the right audience for this particular book. I think it was the writing style. But if you’re into horror, and nursery mystery be sure to check this one out.
A very special thanks to Podium Entertainment for the gifted arc.
A very special thanks to Podium Entertainment for the gifted arc.
Review of advance copy
3.75 stars
I’ve never read anything quite like this. I’m still not sure how I feel about it. Sci-fi isn’t usually my thing, but I do like horror, and the two often overlap. The book breaks the fourth wall, which is unexpected and pretty wild. Whether I loved it or not, it’s definitely memorable—and I'll be shocked if I don't see it adapted for Netflix in a few years.
I’ve never read anything quite like this. I’m still not sure how I feel about it. Sci-fi isn’t usually my thing, but I do like horror, and the two often overlap. The book breaks the fourth wall, which is unexpected and pretty wild. Whether I loved it or not, it’s definitely memorable—and I'll be shocked if I don't see it adapted for Netflix in a few years.
January 28, 2026
To JR, I’m a mother and I read it.
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I really enjoyed a lot of aspects of this book. I was very much hooked. I cannot explain why it’s not my favorite of his works without spoilers, but I was definitely glued to the story. I was so glued that I finished it in approximately 24 hours.
As always, I’d read almost anything written by JR because I absolutely never know where it’s going.
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I really enjoyed a lot of aspects of this book. I was very much hooked. I cannot explain why it’s not my favorite of his works without spoilers, but I was definitely glued to the story. I was so glued that I finished it in approximately 24 hours.
As always, I’d read almost anything written by JR because I absolutely never know where it’s going.
January 28, 2026
After his wife is brutally murdered Marcus Lockwood takes his son to an old fashioned camping park. Meeting an eclectic group of fellow campers, he and his son get some relief from the grief they are suffering from. However, it is short lived as strange events start happening, as he finds out UFOs are real and his wife's murderer is closer than he thinks.
February 3, 2026
Another excellent book from Jeremy Robinson blending sci-fi horror and serial killer thriller with ease. Full of twists and turns to make you head spin, well drawn characters and I loved the plot and I would highly recommend this book. Thanks to Podium Entertainment and Netgalley for this review ARC.
July 12, 2025
I was fortunate enough again to be given the opportunity to read one of Jeremy's books prior to its release.
I remember seeing the idea for this mentioned a while back and thinking, "Holy crap, that would be awesome!" And it is! It's a great twist on the genre and a lot of fun.
I remember seeing the idea for this mentioned a while back and thinking, "Holy crap, that would be awesome!" And it is! It's a great twist on the genre and a lot of fun.
October 13, 2025
Jeremy Robinson knocks it out of the park with another great book.
Aliens, serial killer. Camping. It had a mix of everything had me on the edge of my seat throughout the whole book.
If you like Jeremy Robinson’s books. And also like horror and sci-fi this is definitely the book for you.
Aliens, serial killer. Camping. It had a mix of everything had me on the edge of my seat throughout the whole book.
If you like Jeremy Robinson’s books. And also like horror and sci-fi this is definitely the book for you.
January 20, 2026
Not your every day abduction
Summer camp... hanging with your kid meeting new friends when all of a sudden BAM abduction. Just like Robsinson's other work this is a wild ride of a story! Read it.. you won't be disappointed.
Summer camp... hanging with your kid meeting new friends when all of a sudden BAM abduction. Just like Robsinson's other work this is a wild ride of a story! Read it.. you won't be disappointed.
January 21, 2026
Wild sci fi story
I've read my fair share of Jeremy Robinson books and this is one where I can safely say things went from crazy to absolutely bonkers. One of Jeremy's darkest books to date. Brutal. I really liked it and can't wait to read what he comes up with next.
I've read my fair share of Jeremy Robinson books and this is one where I can safely say things went from crazy to absolutely bonkers. One of Jeremy's darkest books to date. Brutal. I really liked it and can't wait to read what he comes up with next.
January 21, 2026
If you are looking for a serial killer, alien, sci-fi, that also involves new friends and a father son this is the book for you. I really enjoyed the way that this book was written. The fact that they randomly break the wall between book and reader was so interesting.
January 27, 2026
VERY Dark and Disturbing
This was a tough book to get through. The subject matter took a very dark twist and I found it hard to keep going. There were some good characters but the plot felt 'forced' and the gore and violence were just not for me.
This was a tough book to get through. The subject matter took a very dark twist and I found it hard to keep going. There were some good characters but the plot felt 'forced' and the gore and violence were just not for me.
Review of advance copy received from Author
An amazing story by Jeremy Robinson. There were twists and turns. It was scary and exciting all at the same time. The characters were interesting and I really wanted them to do well. As always, Jeremy provided an exciting story that was so much fun. thank you
Review of advance copy
Offers some heady sci-fi tropes concerning alien encounters, but this book remains more blood-soaked slasher. Less "Close Encounters" and more "Friday the 13th."
January 20, 2026
What a ride! I loved the concept as it was not one I had seen before. The characters were relatable and entertaining. I couldn’t put the book down. You gotta add this to your list to read!
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