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New Apocalypse #1
Genesis Plague
From the depths of the ocean to the arctic tundra, scientists embark on an action-packed journey to save humanity from a deadly viral plague.
A primordial virus unearthed…
A world ripe for infection…
Welcome to the end.
Paul Nassai is happy to spend his time diving in the Celebes Sea with his biologist girlfriend and his best friend as they study fault lines on the ocean floor.
Their time in paradise is cut short when they’re called to investigate a new organism in a cavern below one of the world’s largest volcanoes.
The creature shows remarkable resistance to the virus it carries. Before further analysis can be made, the volcano wakes, spewing forth an ancient virus which could lead to the deadliest outbreak in the history of the world.
Everything changes when Paul and his team realize they are not dealing with a simple virus.
It is learning.
It is adapting.
It is preparing the world for something much, much worse.
This is the first book in the New Apocalypse global pandemic thriller series, a unique addition to end of the world, post-apocalyptic horror fiction.
A primordial virus unearthed…
A world ripe for infection…
Welcome to the end.
Paul Nassai is happy to spend his time diving in the Celebes Sea with his biologist girlfriend and his best friend as they study fault lines on the ocean floor.
Their time in paradise is cut short when they’re called to investigate a new organism in a cavern below one of the world’s largest volcanoes.
The creature shows remarkable resistance to the virus it carries. Before further analysis can be made, the volcano wakes, spewing forth an ancient virus which could lead to the deadliest outbreak in the history of the world.
Everything changes when Paul and his team realize they are not dealing with a simple virus.
It is learning.
It is adapting.
It is preparing the world for something much, much worse.
This is the first book in the New Apocalypse global pandemic thriller series, a unique addition to end of the world, post-apocalyptic horror fiction.
429 pages, Kindle Edition
First published October 1, 2014
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About the author
Sam Best
23 books53 followersSamuel's horror novels usually focus on the epic theme of good versus evil but on a human scale. He likes stories that show ordinary people facing extraordinary odds, with enough heart-pumping action to keep the pages turning.
Many of his books will be or have been revised, enhanced, and re-released under the name Samuel Best.
https://sam-best.com
Many of his books will be or have been revised, enhanced, and re-released under the name Samuel Best.
https://sam-best.com
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February 9, 2017
Fun, easy read with creepy bugs. Look forward to reading #2.
I do have one issue, when two of the major female characters were introduced we learn a few things. Both are brilliant scientists and tops in their field. Yeah! But we also learn that one looks great in a pink bikini and the other is a little bigger, but no where near "thick". What a relief, I really dislike my lady-scientists too "thick". (JK-scientists can be any size).
Fair is fair, I really hope in the book #2 we get to learn how hot the male scientists are, if any of them are ripped or rock Boardshorts well. A girl has got to know!
I do have one issue, when two of the major female characters were introduced we learn a few things. Both are brilliant scientists and tops in their field. Yeah! But we also learn that one looks great in a pink bikini and the other is a little bigger, but no where near "thick". What a relief, I really dislike my lady-scientists too "thick". (JK-scientists can be any size).
Fair is fair, I really hope in the book #2 we get to learn how hot the male scientists are, if any of them are ripped or rock Boardshorts well. A girl has got to know!
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May 7, 2016I've read lots of good indie books, but it has been a while since I've read a great one. Genesis Plague was it! A true thriller, page-turner!
February 27, 2018
This book started out with promise. A small group of scientists are on break from university and are on a dive for a wealthy Frenchman who believes he has found a sunken ship. The wealthy man used to date Cassidy, who is now dating the main character Paul. While on this dive, we learn that Cassidy looks good in a bikini and likes to bitterly point out how Paul's ex would have loved the trip (not that he has mentioned her yet, or that anyone has - so paranoia or what?) We also learn that Cassidy loves discovering microscopic organisms so that she can name them for herself...
The group is called by the university to go to Hawaii because a new organism has been discovered living inside a volcano. Very cool. The volcano erupts and we eventually discover that there was a microscopic virus ( I think, I can't remember) and it has been let lose. We watch the scientists work towards finding a cure while society breaks down.
So, the author does not write the ah-mazing girlfriend very well. He doesn't write the ex-girlfriend very well either. I gave up on this book when I saw that the ah-mazing Cassidy is so very important to saving the world and he has to find her insecure little ass, because she ran off/was abducted by or something another annoying rich guy. I can't root for a stupid man who pines for a stupid woman.
Maybe some other time. There is a good story in there but the characters are too irritating.
The group is called by the university to go to Hawaii because a new organism has been discovered living inside a volcano. Very cool. The volcano erupts and we eventually discover that there was a microscopic virus ( I think, I can't remember) and it has been let lose. We watch the scientists work towards finding a cure while society breaks down.
So, the author does not write the ah-mazing girlfriend very well. He doesn't write the ex-girlfriend very well either. I gave up on this book when I saw that the ah-mazing Cassidy is so very important to saving the world and he has to find her insecure little ass, because she ran off/was abducted by or something another annoying rich guy. I can't root for a stupid man who pines for a stupid woman.
Maybe some other time. There is a good story in there but the characters are too irritating.
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September 13, 2019
Sam Best has made a true fan of me. This story earned five stars for its gripping narrative, well balanced cast of characters and excellent pacing. I loved this original take on the apocalypse genre using a good viral sci fi setting. The story was grounded enough to be believable but still stretched the imagination. The characters were well fleshed out as well. Each one flawed but still their heroic moments. You get to see both the best and worst in humanity. The virus origins and it's effects on humanity was of particular excitement for me. There were some twists which were predictable but a cliff hangar ending and epilogue that was not.
There were a few issues though but the positive so deeply outweighed the negative that I maintained full stars. There were some grammatical issues found and misspellings but my own novel I wrote has twice as much so I cannot judge. While the pacing was good overall, I did think the world spiraled into anarchy a little too rapidly. I would have liked to see a little more time devoted to the virus progression for a more realistic read. It could have even drawn out into future books but that is a mere personal opinion.
I fully intend to highlight this author and his work on my blog and own author page. I encourage anyone who loves reading about mass destruction and science fiction to pick up GENESIS PLAGUE today!
There were a few issues though but the positive so deeply outweighed the negative that I maintained full stars. There were some grammatical issues found and misspellings but my own novel I wrote has twice as much so I cannot judge. While the pacing was good overall, I did think the world spiraled into anarchy a little too rapidly. I would have liked to see a little more time devoted to the virus progression for a more realistic read. It could have even drawn out into future books but that is a mere personal opinion.
I fully intend to highlight this author and his work on my blog and own author page. I encourage anyone who loves reading about mass destruction and science fiction to pick up GENESIS PLAGUE today!
May 31, 2019
Too much drama
Ok, so yeah I get it. It is a drama, sort of. But there were just too many unnecessary drama parts that didn't feel right, just forced, like the author thought "there has to be mor, what can I add that's typical for these scenarios" and then hastily just went through it. Everything was just a bit too fast for it to see likely and believable.
That aside, it's a good story. I really liked that there was a lot of science included, and that there was a lot explained. It needs more substance to the characters though, they were all really shallow.
Would recommend this for anyone looking for a more scientific and different, slower approach to an apocalyptic event. It's fairly fast paced, and an easy read.
Would not recommend to anyone looking for a quick apocalyptic read that has little depth and no real backstory of how everything went down.
Ok, so yeah I get it. It is a drama, sort of. But there were just too many unnecessary drama parts that didn't feel right, just forced, like the author thought "there has to be mor, what can I add that's typical for these scenarios" and then hastily just went through it. Everything was just a bit too fast for it to see likely and believable.
That aside, it's a good story. I really liked that there was a lot of science included, and that there was a lot explained. It needs more substance to the characters though, they were all really shallow.
Would recommend this for anyone looking for a more scientific and different, slower approach to an apocalyptic event. It's fairly fast paced, and an easy read.
Would not recommend to anyone looking for a quick apocalyptic read that has little depth and no real backstory of how everything went down.
August 1, 2020
Incredible story!
I read this book during the Covid-19 virus outbreak. I hope it ends better than this book. I really didn't have much appetite for a viral Armageddon story, under the circumstances, but it was written so engagingly that I couldn't out it down.
This story basically covers a potential doomsday scenario. A virus found in a lava tube on Mauna Loa has the ability to wipe out all higher life on the planet. I'm so glad there's a sequel because there really needed to be. No more hints from me. Just read the book.
I read this book during the Covid-19 virus outbreak. I hope it ends better than this book. I really didn't have much appetite for a viral Armageddon story, under the circumstances, but it was written so engagingly that I couldn't out it down.
This story basically covers a potential doomsday scenario. A virus found in a lava tube on Mauna Loa has the ability to wipe out all higher life on the planet. I'm so glad there's a sequel because there really needed to be. No more hints from me. Just read the book.
March 23, 2021
An exploding volcano in Hawaii unleashes an ancient yet deadly and highly contagious virus that quickly spreads around the world. The team trying to find a vaccine/cure dwindles as they fall victim to the contagion and other hazards before, finally, one of them makes it to an Arctic research station with a vial that may lead to treatment that can save something of what's left of humanity. This book is part 1 of a 2-part series. I bought the second part (Zero Dawn) immediately after finishing reading part 1; I want to know how this all turns out.
July 20, 2019
Volcanoes, earthquakes, strange beings, very very bad men.
One of the best science fiction books that I have read in sometime.Not at all the typical zombie, post apocalyptic genre; there is a surprise around every corner. A horrible plague,exotic places, monsters & more. Very fast paced with spectacular character development. It is a very long read, so find a cozy corner, a comfortable chair & prepare yourself for a novel full of surprises & intrigue.
One of the best science fiction books that I have read in sometime.Not at all the typical zombie, post apocalyptic genre; there is a surprise around every corner. A horrible plague,exotic places, monsters & more. Very fast paced with spectacular character development. It is a very long read, so find a cozy corner, a comfortable chair & prepare yourself for a novel full of surprises & intrigue.
May 25, 2018
Interesting concept and plot but mostly unbelievable characters involved in unbelievable situations and series of events. Hard to connect with. Definitely action-packed, however. Certainly a page-turner!
July 8, 2018
Fun, exciting &fast moving.
Nice summer read. Chapters were kept short which gives readers a sense of a very fast paced story. Satisfying ending as a stand alone novel. However, the ending -- for me -- made me want to read the second of this two book story!
Nice summer read. Chapters were kept short which gives readers a sense of a very fast paced story. Satisfying ending as a stand alone novel. However, the ending -- for me -- made me want to read the second of this two book story!
November 28, 2016
Interesting apocalypse story. I always enjoy reading one that has an idea that is so new and freaky. Looking forward to book 2.
October 14, 2017
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. Brilliant read with a beautiful twist, would recommend to anyone.
March 27, 2018
3 1/2 stars
A good start to a page turning action filled dystopian series.
A good start to a page turning action filled dystopian series.
October 12, 2018
This is a fast paced novel. It is a more realistic version of the walking dead in a way. Not quite zombies, but a similar feeling to it. It is full of suspense, with decent character development.
June 28, 2019
Meh.
A so so book that started with promise but sank with the depiction of the female characters who are all one dimensional and irritating.
A so so book that started with promise but sank with the depiction of the female characters who are all one dimensional and irritating.
April 21, 2020
It is like reading Ancient Aliens with fictional charactors. I have read all three and it helped understand the DNA makeup of CIVID-19.
July 17, 2020
Non stop action
Interesting read. Love the scientific aspect. I enjoyed it and looking forward to reading the second book in the future.
Interesting read. Love the scientific aspect. I enjoyed it and looking forward to reading the second book in the future.
January 11, 2021
Great story
Loved the characters. Loved the story. Loved the plot. What more can I say. It's almost 1 am. I can't wait to read the next part!
Loved the characters. Loved the story. Loved the plot. What more can I say. It's almost 1 am. I can't wait to read the next part!
January 25, 2015
Such a fun book (not the story line of course). I always find it odd I am so attracted to these stories, not sure why but I am. I found the characters and the history that some had amongst themselves really added to the main story itself. It is scary to think that maybe one day something like this could occur and that big pharma companies could play a roll in unleashing it or keeping the cure out of reach of those that need it. To read how some of the bad traits of humanity continue in the face of mass extinction still amazes me, as those that are not infected can control other people, not true, only makes it worse. Paul, even with his quirks and his continued focus to find his girlfriend almost derail the entire effort, but Maria and Flint keep him grounded and do what they have to do. I wish Flint was more involved in some of the story, even though he is one of the handful of main characters I wish there was more, I like him.
It ended not how I thought it would, which was cool and now I am very much looking forward to the follow-up that is supposed to come out later this year!
It ended not how I thought it would, which was cool and now I am very much looking forward to the follow-up that is supposed to come out later this year!
February 11, 2017
Twists and Turns all the way
This book has so many twists and turns you never know how it's going turn. Different than the rest. Read it.
This book has so many twists and turns you never know how it's going turn. Different than the rest. Read it.
July 9, 2015
Another great book from Sam Best
This book is well paced and full of plot twists that will leave you with questions that demand answers. And I'm glad to say, that Best delivers those answers, even if they might not be the ones you expect. The few flashbacks let you know how the characters got to where they are now, and flashing forward lets you know where things are going.... But it's the journey to those future events that keeps you reading...
The characters are well written, and in almost all cases pretty easy to sympathize with, even when you know you should probably hate them. With a global epidemic spreading rapidly through much of the book, I found myself wondering just how I would personally face such an event. Would I do anything different to some of those that might be viewed as villains?
I await book two with baited breath...
This book is well paced and full of plot twists that will leave you with questions that demand answers. And I'm glad to say, that Best delivers those answers, even if they might not be the ones you expect. The few flashbacks let you know how the characters got to where they are now, and flashing forward lets you know where things are going.... But it's the journey to those future events that keeps you reading...
The characters are well written, and in almost all cases pretty easy to sympathize with, even when you know you should probably hate them. With a global epidemic spreading rapidly through much of the book, I found myself wondering just how I would personally face such an event. Would I do anything different to some of those that might be viewed as villains?
I await book two with baited breath...
June 1, 2015
Genesis Plague had a bit different twist to the pandemic that wipes out the world (I won't spoil the twist here). It starts out well and hooked me enough to keep me. However, it's a bit slow. It started off with what I thought would be more information about the science, but it really doesn't stick with it. I didn't keep me reading until the end though and in my opinion, Flint is the most interesting character.
My biggest complaint, and Sam Best isn't the only on doing this, is it really doesn't give a real ending with closure. I understand this is the first book in a series and I read more series than stand alone books, but I want a sense of closure with a hook to the next book to keep me going, not just dangling threads to force me to purchase the next book for answers.
My biggest complaint, and Sam Best isn't the only on doing this, is it really doesn't give a real ending with closure. I understand this is the first book in a series and I read more series than stand alone books, but I want a sense of closure with a hook to the next book to keep me going, not just dangling threads to force me to purchase the next book for answers.
April 22, 2015
A Tricky Novel
When I read the blurb for this book - plague novel - I said to myself, "Sure. Sounds good." Then I started reading. Genesis Plague seemed to be more a "crack in the world" apocalyptic novel, which was ok with me. When the storyline changed from "crack in the world" to the predicted plague motif, I had to readjust my expectations, but the pandemic story was very exciting.
I am trying to be very careful and not let the surprise ending out of the bag, but...whisper...the are monsters. That's all I will say.
Genesis Plague is a terrific read, and I would definitely recommend it.
When I read the blurb for this book - plague novel - I said to myself, "Sure. Sounds good." Then I started reading. Genesis Plague seemed to be more a "crack in the world" apocalyptic novel, which was ok with me. When the storyline changed from "crack in the world" to the predicted plague motif, I had to readjust my expectations, but the pandemic story was very exciting.
I am trying to be very careful and not let the surprise ending out of the bag, but...whisper...the are monsters. That's all I will say.
Genesis Plague is a terrific read, and I would definitely recommend it.
April 10, 2016
Good.... Then Not So Good
I really enjoyed the first 75% of this book. The way the virus was discovered and then the resulting epidemic was interesting and actually believable. Then, the last 25% became unbelievable. The conspiracy theory that took over the book was just ridiculous. It really ruined the book for me.
I thought this was a stand alone book but NO. Ended on a cliffhanger and now you have to buy book #2 which isn't even out. I'm sooooo sick of this new practice of having books with sequels. It leaves the reader frustrated. Will I buy the next book? Absolutely not.
I really enjoyed the first 75% of this book. The way the virus was discovered and then the resulting epidemic was interesting and actually believable. Then, the last 25% became unbelievable. The conspiracy theory that took over the book was just ridiculous. It really ruined the book for me.
I thought this was a stand alone book but NO. Ended on a cliffhanger and now you have to buy book #2 which isn't even out. I'm sooooo sick of this new practice of having books with sequels. It leaves the reader frustrated. Will I buy the next book? Absolutely not.
September 15, 2015
What a wild and crazy ride, I really enjoyed this book and had a hard time putting it down, and I am eagerly awaiting the conclusion to the series. I could identify with the characters and thought he gave the whole virus outbreak a new and exciting twist. So far I have never been disappointed by any book by Sam Best and this one is no exception. Very entertaining and full of action and suspense. Will there be hope for mankind, or are we all doomed?
March 14, 2015
End of the World Virus
A primitive virus is discovered in the ocean and when it is exposed to the surface it spreads and mutates. It quickly spreads around the world and the death count soars. The scientists try to make a cure. There is plenty of natural disasters and obstacles as they try to get to the labs. If you like action and adventure there is plenty in this book.
A primitive virus is discovered in the ocean and when it is exposed to the surface it spreads and mutates. It quickly spreads around the world and the death count soars. The scientists try to make a cure. There is plenty of natural disasters and obstacles as they try to get to the labs. If you like action and adventure there is plenty in this book.
July 13, 2015
It was okay. The middle section got a little long as we were trying to progress the story. It was interesting enough for me to want to read the second one.
I mean virus which are going to wipe out the world and mutant animals what isn't to love. It's what I consider "trash" fiction but it doesn't mean that its not a good way to pass the time at the beach or before bed!
I mean virus which are going to wipe out the world and mutant animals what isn't to love. It's what I consider "trash" fiction but it doesn't mean that its not a good way to pass the time at the beach or before bed!
November 20, 2015
Not the greatest end-of-the-world book, lots of holes. The main character, Paul, is an idiot -- for a scientist, he often acts first (emotionally) then thinks later. Author should not have made this character a scientist. This is definitely "Book 1" and "Book 2" isn't out yet. I hate that about sci-fi books. When Book 2 comes out, I won't remember most of Book 1, so maybe won't bother.
July 18, 2016
If you are an 15-22 year old boy and think movies starring Jason Statham are amazing, good news, this book is for you. The characters are ridiculous. The plot is a choppy series of implausible events pasted together steamrolling over your brain. Meh. I was bummed, I love a good "end of the world story" and this isnt even a Good Michael Crichton ripoff.
November 6, 2015
Despite the story getting really weird about half way through part 4, I really enjoyed this story and was satisfied with the ending. The author stated that a second book would be released early 2015. I look forward to reading it.
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