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Dead in the South: The Sequel to Dead in the Ice – A Post-Apocalyptic Zombie Survival Thriller in New Zealand

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Dead in the South is the explosive sequel to Dead in the Ice, picking up immediately after the events in Antarctica.

Aaron McNamara and the surviving crew have made it to the South Island of New Zealand, hoping for safety — or at least answers. Instead, they find a country in ruins. The infection has spread. Civilization has collapsed. And what’s left may be even worse than what they left behind.

As they push north through the wreckage, the group must navigate violent survivors, dwindling supplies, and a landscape teeming with the dead. For Aaron, survival means more than just staying alive — it means protecting those he loves, no matter the cost.

⚠️ Perfect for fans of The Last of Us, 28 Days Later, and The Walking Dead
🌏 A raw, relentless zombie survival thriller set in a devastated New Zealand

They escaped Antarctica. But can they survive the South?

394 pages, Kindle Edition

Published July 31, 2025

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Danny Mac

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I’m Danny Mac, a storyteller drawn to apocalyptic worlds, survival against the odds, and the resilience of the human spirit. I write fast-paced, immersive fiction that explores what happens when everything falls apart—and what it takes to rebuild.

My passion for storytelling comes from a love of science fiction, survival narratives, and the raw struggle between hope and despair. I enjoy creating stories that push characters to their limits, forcing them to adapt, fight, and find meaning in a fractured world.

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August 17, 2025
Refreshing twist too a zombie book

First time reading a book by this author. I was worried by starting on book 2 that I wouldn't follow the story but didn't have to worry.

All through the book it gives you hints as to what happened in the first book, so you can kinda follow the story easy enough.

Total different concept to normal zombie books where people are hold up somewhere. Being constantly on the move and facing the threats that they do is brilliant.

I got shook right at the start with an unexpected moment. Even near the end there's a moment that is heartbreaking. The group in the book just don't get a minute.

Loved every second of this book and will be keeping an eye out for more from this author.
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December 9, 2025
Good story

This is a good sequel. Needs some copyediting to really make it shine, but I enjoyed it. I like the characters and pacing.
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