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Pathogen - Beginnings: a Pathogen novel
The Prequel to Pathogen the Novel released October 2014. Apocalyptic tale of science gone wrong. A few scientists join with terrorists to release as fast moving virus into the United States and at the same time disabling communications and utility grids. The virus mutations threaten to change the very essence at the cellular level of humanity. What will the survivors be? How will the survive? Less
Now that scientists had loosed the Pathogen they hope would re-make humanity only those who subscribed to their philosophy were going to survive. In addition to the leaders and those deemed essential, there were a few others who, for an enormous fee, paid in gold only, were allowed to purchase the vaccine and would also survive. A new America was going to emerge.
This is the Prequel to Pathogen the full novel, published in October and downloadable now. This prequel tells the backstory of the creation of the mutating virus now ravaging the United States.
Now that scientists had loosed the Pathogen they hope would re-make humanity only those who subscribed to their philosophy were going to survive. In addition to the leaders and those deemed essential, there were a few others who, for an enormous fee, paid in gold only, were allowed to purchase the vaccine and would also survive. A new America was going to emerge.
This is the Prequel to Pathogen the full novel, published in October and downloadable now. This prequel tells the backstory of the creation of the mutating virus now ravaging the United States.
73 pages, Kindle Edition
First published October 14, 2014
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About the author
Elizabeth Loraine
33 books198 followersI grew up in a small northern Minnesotan town married my high school sweetheart, had two beautiful children and as soon as we could we moved to a warmer climate. I have worked with my husband building and decorating custom homes for years. After loving every kind of vampire book, movie and series I decided that I wanted to know more. I can write a book I thought, how hard can that be? Well.... But I stuck to it and finished my first book Royal Blood Chronicles Book One in August 2009. I now have ten books and three novellas in the Royal Blood Chronicles, two in Phantom Lives, three in the adult dystopian Pathogen series, two in h thriller/mystery series Silken Ties, with Corporate Ties and Thorns of Revenge and 25 books in total. My parents always told me that I could do anything that I wanted, work hard, study and do it right. I believe that and live that way every day.
I started writing this new vampire series for teens and their moms because I myself wanted something different to read. I was tired of all the modern versions of vampire books, there had to be more to these long lived beings. Where had they been what had they seen? I wanted, no I NEEDED to know more so Royal Blood Chronicles was born! As in Royal Blood Chronicles, Phantom Lives features strong female characters and action and adventure mixed with romance, friendship and a historical backdrop
I started writing this new vampire series for teens and their moms because I myself wanted something different to read. I was tired of all the modern versions of vampire books, there had to be more to these long lived beings. Where had they been what had they seen? I wanted, no I NEEDED to know more so Royal Blood Chronicles was born! As in Royal Blood Chronicles, Phantom Lives features strong female characters and action and adventure mixed with romance, friendship and a historical backdrop
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December 7, 2017
3.5 Stars
Overall a decent prequel. I did like the plot, but I had a hard time connecting the characters because we had A LOT of people introduced. I really enjoyed Carrie’s story.
I haven’t read that many zombie books, so I can’t really claim to have a lot of experience with the topic. I am however, one of the millions bitten by the “Walking Dead “bug, and I really did like the idea behind the book.
A few minor spelling mistakes. And I would have like a little clearer way of showing who was who, when reading.
Read: 07/12/2017
Will I recommend: Yes.
Overall a decent prequel. I did like the plot, but I had a hard time connecting the characters because we had A LOT of people introduced. I really enjoyed Carrie’s story.
I haven’t read that many zombie books, so I can’t really claim to have a lot of experience with the topic. I am however, one of the millions bitten by the “Walking Dead “bug, and I really did like the idea behind the book.
A few minor spelling mistakes. And I would have like a little clearer way of showing who was who, when reading.
Read: 07/12/2017
Will I recommend: Yes.
October 28, 2014
I read an advanced copy for an honest review, that said, I will also purchase a copy because it's that good....E. L. Loraine and Tim Frasier put a new twist on an apocalyptic story. Pathogen is a riveting story and will have you on an emotional roller coaster. I was on the edge of my seat, mad and even laughing through this story. Alexis is a scientist who wants to cure the "evils" created in labs by a rogue government. Jackson is a scientist from Texas, who happens to be her boyfriend, who has a secret that he doesn't want to keep from her. They plan to meet in New Orleans. Only things don't go as planned. The US comes under attack and people begin to change. Alexis knows if she can get to New Orleans Jackson will come for her. Jackson and a team of soldiers set out to bring Alexis to the base because she may be able to find a cure. As their journey's begin....they find things never go as planned
December 7, 2014
I was given a copy of Pathogen by E.L. Loraine for an honest review...
E.L. Loraine writes many different types of books. Pathogen surprised me because I didn't think that she would write a type of book like this.
Pathogen is a zombie story, but it has a love story behind it. There is my new favorite word - FUBB.
A blinding light has been seen over the Southwest. Alexis was on the road going to visit her boyfriend Jackson. At first she has no idea what happened, but ends up figuring it out.
Alexis and Jackson end up finding each other and so many things go in in a short period of time. They also discover that the government wants to use them to keep the virus going.
This zombie story is a must read. E.L. Loraine puts in her writing style along with Tim Frasier and they both came up with a story that is great to read and makes you think. And FUBB is a word that is great way to describe it all.
E.L. Loraine writes many different types of books. Pathogen surprised me because I didn't think that she would write a type of book like this.
Pathogen is a zombie story, but it has a love story behind it. There is my new favorite word - FUBB.
A blinding light has been seen over the Southwest. Alexis was on the road going to visit her boyfriend Jackson. At first she has no idea what happened, but ends up figuring it out.
Alexis and Jackson end up finding each other and so many things go in in a short period of time. They also discover that the government wants to use them to keep the virus going.
This zombie story is a must read. E.L. Loraine puts in her writing style along with Tim Frasier and they both came up with a story that is great to read and makes you think. And FUBB is a word that is great way to describe it all.
November 4, 2014
Pathogen reminded me of the movie "The Day After". It was horrifyingly real and made something that we don't want to think too hard about come to life.
This book has everything, science, politics, love, loss and so much more. I was moved by many of the scenes and quite surprised at how fast the problems seemed to pile up for our hero.
Many times we try to push reality to the side and hold onto the faith that something bad may or may not happen or be a possibility. Pathogen shoves that theory our of the window and into your face. This is what can happen if people are irresponsible. Period.
5 stars. Tell a friend to check out this sci-fi masterpiece.
This book has everything, science, politics, love, loss and so much more. I was moved by many of the scenes and quite surprised at how fast the problems seemed to pile up for our hero.
Many times we try to push reality to the side and hold onto the faith that something bad may or may not happen or be a possibility. Pathogen shoves that theory our of the window and into your face. This is what can happen if people are irresponsible. Period.
5 stars. Tell a friend to check out this sci-fi masterpiece.
January 8, 2015
Pathogen is a unique mix of ebola breakdown and zombie apocalypse. I give it a 3.5 stars as I liked it...maybe even really liked it. I'll give it credit for keeping me interested to the end despite a few flaws here and there.
There are some really rushed parts with attacks, actions, decisions, even some of the sex that seems to happen way too quickly. It was a bit jarring. Overall, the book is fairly well edited, but not without a number of minor typos and missing/wrong words.
It's defintely worth a read, and I would be interested in reading farther on into the series.
There are some really rushed parts with attacks, actions, decisions, even some of the sex that seems to happen way too quickly. It was a bit jarring. Overall, the book is fairly well edited, but not without a number of minor typos and missing/wrong words.
It's defintely worth a read, and I would be interested in reading farther on into the series.
November 30, 2014
What perfect timing for this book with all the Ebola craziness going on! Props to timing this story perfectly :)
Pathogen is a great one of a kind zombie book with the Ebola twist on top of it. I dived right into this book until I finished. You will for sure want more.
Zombies and hot sex is always a great combination to me with lots of emotions all around. It's a roller coaster of emotions. I truly wish the next one was out, lol. I'll be keeping up on these authors for sure.
Pathogen is a great one of a kind zombie book with the Ebola twist on top of it. I dived right into this book until I finished. You will for sure want more.
Zombies and hot sex is always a great combination to me with lots of emotions all around. It's a roller coaster of emotions. I truly wish the next one was out, lol. I'll be keeping up on these authors for sure.
October 30, 2014
this was an awesome new twist on a zombie appocolypse! I loved this new twist and how not all the zombies are the same norm. some are enhanced, super humans. And the love story in between wasn't overbearing on the rest of the story. I cannot ait to read what these two authors write next!
October 29, 2014
3.5 stars
June 15, 2017
Great start to new kind of zombie
Fast paced read. Characters well developed and the plot is good.
Author gives new highlight how monsters are created. Almost zombie like. And everyone is infected different ways.
Great start for new series for me to read.
Fast paced read. Characters well developed and the plot is good.
Author gives new highlight how monsters are created. Almost zombie like. And everyone is infected different ways.
Great start for new series for me to read.
July 17, 2017
Good read interesting story
Pretty good story kept my interest throughout the book. Would recommend to others who like good fiction. Four star story
Pretty good story kept my interest throughout the book. Would recommend to others who like good fiction. Four star story
February 2, 2015
( I was given this as a gift for an honest review. )
I will start out with, read this to find out what FUBB is!! You will love it. I seriously had to make myself stop reading and sleep. Sleep is important, really. This is a fast paced, draw you into the story read. Different take on apocalyptic, virus turned bad genre. The characters, well, the good guys you will love, bad ones, you will wish awful things to happen to them. And sometimes bad things are so very good! I have already bought the 2nd book and the prequel book. Do yourself a favor, buy the books that are out now, savor them and the 3rd book will be out later. You need to set a time limit on reading at night or you will be like I was and look at the clock and you will be shocked that you have to be up in an hour. Eeeek.
I will start out with, read this to find out what FUBB is!! You will love it. I seriously had to make myself stop reading and sleep. Sleep is important, really. This is a fast paced, draw you into the story read. Different take on apocalyptic, virus turned bad genre. The characters, well, the good guys you will love, bad ones, you will wish awful things to happen to them. And sometimes bad things are so very good! I have already bought the 2nd book and the prequel book. Do yourself a favor, buy the books that are out now, savor them and the 3rd book will be out later. You need to set a time limit on reading at night or you will be like I was and look at the clock and you will be shocked that you have to be up in an hour. Eeeek.
May 5, 2015
It was OK. There could have been a lot more explanation of what was going on, but this was also just a prequel to the main novel, so my issues may be resolved there. I wasn't blown away, but it wasn't bad either.
June 29, 2015
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June 9, 2015
Pathogen
This is going to be a great full length novel. If you are into the detailed weapons and biological end of all as you know it, this is a read for you.
This is going to be a great full length novel. If you are into the detailed weapons and biological end of all as you know it, this is a read for you.
January 18, 2017
I enjoyed reading this book. It sets up a great storyline for the series. The only flaw I found is that it's too short. 74 pages!? I received it free, no review required.
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