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Seven Days: A Louisiana Horror Story
The storm was only the beginning.
When Hurricane Delilah tears New Orleans apart, paramedic Calvin Renaud fights to save lives in a city swallowed by water and ruin. But amid the wreckage, something else rises from the depths—an ancient contagion unearthed from the mass graves of LaRoux Asylum. The locals call it Lodo… the mud that doesn’t let the dead stay buried.
Now, in streets haunted by shambling figures with empty eyes and unholy hunger, survival is measured in hours. Calvin carries the weight of every life he couldn’t save—especially the boy who slipped from his grasp in the flood. But grief is a luxury in a world where infection blooms in seven days, and mercy sometimes means fire.
As he battles to endure the aftermath, Calvin discovers that the dead aren’t the only ones to fear. Each choice carves away at his humanity, and every step deeper into the drowned city forces him to confront an impossible is he fighting to live… or just buying time until the mud claims him too?
Seven Days is a visceral blend of Southern Gothic horror and apocalyptic survival, perfect for fans of The Walking Dead, The Road, and World War Z. Heart-pounding, haunting, and unforgettable—this is not just the story of a man against the monsters, but a man against his own ghosts.
When Hurricane Delilah tears New Orleans apart, paramedic Calvin Renaud fights to save lives in a city swallowed by water and ruin. But amid the wreckage, something else rises from the depths—an ancient contagion unearthed from the mass graves of LaRoux Asylum. The locals call it Lodo… the mud that doesn’t let the dead stay buried.
Now, in streets haunted by shambling figures with empty eyes and unholy hunger, survival is measured in hours. Calvin carries the weight of every life he couldn’t save—especially the boy who slipped from his grasp in the flood. But grief is a luxury in a world where infection blooms in seven days, and mercy sometimes means fire.
As he battles to endure the aftermath, Calvin discovers that the dead aren’t the only ones to fear. Each choice carves away at his humanity, and every step deeper into the drowned city forces him to confront an impossible is he fighting to live… or just buying time until the mud claims him too?
Seven Days is a visceral blend of Southern Gothic horror and apocalyptic survival, perfect for fans of The Walking Dead, The Road, and World War Z. Heart-pounding, haunting, and unforgettable—this is not just the story of a man against the monsters, but a man against his own ghosts.
397 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 21, 2025
About the author
David Lambert
18 books8 followersStep into the world of David A. Lambert, a storyteller whose life reads like one of his own captivating novels. Known affectionately as "Pappy" to friends and readers alike, David crafts tales shaped by a life of extraordinary experiences and global adventures.
Born in the gritty landscapes of Manchester, New Hampshire in 1964, David's journey from Marine Corps veteran to acclaimed author embodies the American spirit of reinvention. His eleven years of military service instilled in him a discipline and perspective that breathes authenticity into every page he writes. Whether you're exploring the supernatural tensions in his Revenant Chronicles or following the calculated precision of his Colton Cross thrillers, you'll feel the influence of a man who has truly lived the spectrum of human experience.
Just three years ago, David embarked on his writing odyssey, transforming from puzzle creator to masterful novelist with remarkable speed. His diverse professional background—from digital mapping director to manufacturing supervisor to his current role as a dedicated family clinic nurse—infuses his narratives with technical precision and profound human understanding that readers consistently praise.
Discover his gripping standalone titles like "Hushbone," "Rangatang," "The Devil's Mouth," "Cane Creek," —each offering a unique window into David's imaginative landscape. For series enthusiasts, the Revenant Chronicles ("Crimson Horizon" and "Fractured Horizon") delivers supernatural suspense that will keep you awake long past midnight, while the Colton Cross Contract Killing series ("Cross The Line" and "Burning Cross") introduces you to a protagonist whose moral complexity will haunt you long after the final page. Under his pen name Michael K Piper, "Jazz Town" and "Black Town" showcase different facets of his versatile storytelling ability.
From the mountains of East Tennessee, where he now makes his home with his loyal cat Athena, David draws inspiration from a life lived across continents. Having resided in Japan, Korea, Poland, Belgium, Hawaii, and numerous American states, his narratives resonate with cultural insights that transform ordinary stories into extraordinary journeys. When not creating new worlds on the page, this father of three enjoys life's simple pleasures—watching sports, attending theater, exploring local restaurants, and of course, losing himself in a good book.
Join the growing community of readers who have discovered the immersive worlds of David A. Lambert, an author whose life experiences and genuine love for storytelling shine through in every carefully crafted word.
Born in the gritty landscapes of Manchester, New Hampshire in 1964, David's journey from Marine Corps veteran to acclaimed author embodies the American spirit of reinvention. His eleven years of military service instilled in him a discipline and perspective that breathes authenticity into every page he writes. Whether you're exploring the supernatural tensions in his Revenant Chronicles or following the calculated precision of his Colton Cross thrillers, you'll feel the influence of a man who has truly lived the spectrum of human experience.
Just three years ago, David embarked on his writing odyssey, transforming from puzzle creator to masterful novelist with remarkable speed. His diverse professional background—from digital mapping director to manufacturing supervisor to his current role as a dedicated family clinic nurse—infuses his narratives with technical precision and profound human understanding that readers consistently praise.
Discover his gripping standalone titles like "Hushbone," "Rangatang," "The Devil's Mouth," "Cane Creek," —each offering a unique window into David's imaginative landscape. For series enthusiasts, the Revenant Chronicles ("Crimson Horizon" and "Fractured Horizon") delivers supernatural suspense that will keep you awake long past midnight, while the Colton Cross Contract Killing series ("Cross The Line" and "Burning Cross") introduces you to a protagonist whose moral complexity will haunt you long after the final page. Under his pen name Michael K Piper, "Jazz Town" and "Black Town" showcase different facets of his versatile storytelling ability.
From the mountains of East Tennessee, where he now makes his home with his loyal cat Athena, David draws inspiration from a life lived across continents. Having resided in Japan, Korea, Poland, Belgium, Hawaii, and numerous American states, his narratives resonate with cultural insights that transform ordinary stories into extraordinary journeys. When not creating new worlds on the page, this father of three enjoys life's simple pleasures—watching sports, attending theater, exploring local restaurants, and of course, losing himself in a good book.
Join the growing community of readers who have discovered the immersive worlds of David A. Lambert, an author whose life experiences and genuine love for storytelling shine through in every carefully crafted word.
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April 28, 2026
I absolutely loved this story. It's a mix of Walking Dead/The Last of us and other zombie/almost post apocalyptic type shows.
But the focus on the two main characters Calvin and Nina I just loved their stories and also how to navigate humanity when there isn't any left really.
I also really liked that the zombies were more evolved and even had aspects of being able to almost communicate with eachother it added a creepy factor to the story that I was not expecting.
The ending, even though you know what is coming, still gut wrenching
Highly recommend
But the focus on the two main characters Calvin and Nina I just loved their stories and also how to navigate humanity when there isn't any left really.
I also really liked that the zombies were more evolved and even had aspects of being able to almost communicate with eachother it added a creepy factor to the story that I was not expecting.
The ending, even though you know what is coming, still gut wrenching
Highly recommend
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