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Preparing for the Dead
A new miniseries set in the time of THE GATHERING DEAD!
The dead have risen, and all across the United States, cities are becoming hunting grounds. New York, Washington, Chicago, Los Angeles...all are falling victim to hordes of carnivorous corpses who want only one thing: to devour the living.
As the rest of the country flails about, trying not to be submerged beneath the tidal waves of the dead, the people of Single Tree, California are faced with a choice: either isolate the town from the rest of the country, or meet a grisly demise. Led by billionaire Vietnam veteran Barry Corbett, the townspeople must grapple with the horrifying choices they must make in order to survive.
And time is not on their side. Not only do they have to worry about the dead...they have to fear the living.
The dead have risen, and all across the United States, cities are becoming hunting grounds. New York, Washington, Chicago, Los Angeles...all are falling victim to hordes of carnivorous corpses who want only one thing: to devour the living.
As the rest of the country flails about, trying not to be submerged beneath the tidal waves of the dead, the people of Single Tree, California are faced with a choice: either isolate the town from the rest of the country, or meet a grisly demise. Led by billionaire Vietnam veteran Barry Corbett, the townspeople must grapple with the horrifying choices they must make in order to survive.
And time is not on their side. Not only do they have to worry about the dead...they have to fear the living.
68 pages, Kindle Edition
First published November 17, 2014
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April 17, 2017
After not liking the first part of this series I decided to give the second part a try to see if it improves but I didn't like it either. It's not the writing or the zombie action that is bad-it's just that I hate the characters and the cliches.
So far we have the female cop commander who happens to have big breasts which we are reminded of every time someone new comes to meet her. It is sexist and annoying. The pharmacy owner is racist against the native American kids that come into his store and I wanted to punch him. The cop doesn't think the army guys should shoot the zombies or wear protective gear as it might scare the people. The sexist English TV journalist who hates the ARC and gays and throws his weight around with racist comments at the airport. The idiot mayor who runs the town and refuses to believe in anything he is being told about zombies. The man trying to prepare the town to defend itself is regarded with suspicion and disbelief. The majority of them could die and I wouldn't care.
Plot wise this was again slow as there was a lot of talk about what to do about the zombies but nothing much was achieved. This was just disappointing compared to the author's The Gathering Dead series which had great characters.
So far we have the female cop commander who happens to have big breasts which we are reminded of every time someone new comes to meet her. It is sexist and annoying. The pharmacy owner is racist against the native American kids that come into his store and I wanted to punch him. The cop doesn't think the army guys should shoot the zombies or wear protective gear as it might scare the people. The sexist English TV journalist who hates the ARC and gays and throws his weight around with racist comments at the airport. The idiot mayor who runs the town and refuses to believe in anything he is being told about zombies. The man trying to prepare the town to defend itself is regarded with suspicion and disbelief. The majority of them could die and I wouldn't care.
Plot wise this was again slow as there was a lot of talk about what to do about the zombies but nothing much was achieved. This was just disappointing compared to the author's The Gathering Dead series which had great characters.
May 4, 2015
Actual rating - 2.75
This one was a bit better than the first one, but it still wasn't great. I had the same problem with it - Too many info dumps and felt longer than what it was.
This one was a bit better than the first one, but it still wasn't great. I had the same problem with it - Too many info dumps and felt longer than what it was.
May 27, 2020
Great read
I loved the book and the main characters. Great build up for the coming battles to follow. Can’t wait for the next book.
I loved the book and the main characters. Great build up for the coming battles to follow. Can’t wait for the next book.
February 12, 2025
great follow up in this series.
December 17, 2016
I am loving "The Last Town" novella series!
Stephen Knight does not disappoint, and "The Last Town 2: Preparing for the Dead" was no exception. Amazing as always! I am sitting here on the edge of my seat writing this review as fast as I can so I can move on to the third novella. If you are a zombie fan, then this short novella series is for you.
"The Last Town" series moves between a few different stories in Los Angeles, Last Vegas, and Single Tree; but I am pretty sure at this point that they will all merge soon enough in the small town of Single Tree, California. Most of the world, including the entire east coast of the United States, is down for the count; and the final stand between the living and the dead is about to go down. I cannot wait!!!
This series is mainly for adults, but I personally would have no problem letting a young adult, or teenager, read it too. There is plenty of action, but little, if any, swearing. Sexuality is at a minimum - like there's any time for that anyway since it is the apocalypse after all. And best of all, the editing is very well done, leaving no room for error.
Overall just a really great read.
Stephen Knight does not disappoint, and "The Last Town 2: Preparing for the Dead" was no exception. Amazing as always! I am sitting here on the edge of my seat writing this review as fast as I can so I can move on to the third novella. If you are a zombie fan, then this short novella series is for you.
"The Last Town" series moves between a few different stories in Los Angeles, Last Vegas, and Single Tree; but I am pretty sure at this point that they will all merge soon enough in the small town of Single Tree, California. Most of the world, including the entire east coast of the United States, is down for the count; and the final stand between the living and the dead is about to go down. I cannot wait!!!
This series is mainly for adults, but I personally would have no problem letting a young adult, or teenager, read it too. There is plenty of action, but little, if any, swearing. Sexuality is at a minimum - like there's any time for that anyway since it is the apocalypse after all. And best of all, the editing is very well done, leaving no room for error.
Overall just a really great read.
May 9, 2015
The Last Town: Preparing for the Dead is the second installment to The Last Town series by Stephen Knight. This author's writing style flows easily, and has the right amount of tension and suspense. Unfortunately, this is a short read. I would prefer a longer installment from this talented author. Still, I am eagerly awaiting for book 3. You will, too, once you start reading books from Stephen Knight.
February 8, 2015
Another Stephen Knight hit
Fast paced with a dramatic flare, Knight develops characters gets to the point. Good quick read the writer keeps finding ways to keep the zombie apocalypse story fresh
Fast paced with a dramatic flare, Knight develops characters gets to the point. Good quick read the writer keeps finding ways to keep the zombie apocalypse story fresh
April 9, 2015
Believable, suspenseful zombie serial.
I'm a big Stephen Knight fan He writes well-plotted exciting stories. This is no exception. My biggest issue is that for a short serialized story I have to wait too long for the continuation. Hurry up!
I'm a big Stephen Knight fan He writes well-plotted exciting stories. This is no exception. My biggest issue is that for a short serialized story I have to wait too long for the continuation. Hurry up!
December 13, 2014
Fantastic
I could not put this book down. great reading and kept me wanting more. 6 stars and definite advice to read.
I could not put this book down. great reading and kept me wanting more. 6 stars and definite advice to read.
April 14, 2015
Much better than the 1st book! Still kind of short, I finished it in a day. But at least this one made me want to continue the series
June 21, 2015
Very good read......
The book flowed very well from #1 into #2 with establishing each main character, setting a solid feel and interest for continuation of the series.....good job.
The book flowed very well from #1 into #2 with establishing each main character, setting a solid feel and interest for continuation of the series.....good job.
August 10, 2015
Enjoyed this slightly more than the first book.
The story began to flow a bit more easier.
Would recommend the author to others.
The story began to flow a bit more easier.
Would recommend the author to others.
December 4, 2015
Second in the series. More of a filler - giving all the details, introducing more characters. Still a good read. A fast read and on to the next one.
April 17, 2017
Another one hour read : frustrating...(see my comment on Book 1)
Plot is (like many other zombie books) interesting because of the scenario put in place : a community trying to survive the incoming wave of illness transforming people in zombie, a council town ready to participe in defending its border with a few pricks mixed in the lot.
Too bad the author didn't developp its characters better : the majority of them could die and I wouldn't care :-)
Plot is (like many other zombie books) interesting because of the scenario put in place : a community trying to survive the incoming wave of illness transforming people in zombie, a council town ready to participe in defending its border with a few pricks mixed in the lot.
Too bad the author didn't developp its characters better : the majority of them could die and I wouldn't care :-)
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