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Eva #1
As They Rise
Eva was just an everyday girl, working as a waitress, hanging out with her friends, and falling in love. But her world changed overnight when a powerful virus spread throughout the country, transforming it into a wasteland of deadly disease and crazed zombies. With Australia cut off from the rest of the world and rampant with terror and chaos, Eva and her friends must do whatever they can to survive.
85 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 1, 2013
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January 3, 2016
"Safety,food,health,friends,freedom-did I ever take a moment to be grateful for any of it?I'm sure I would have, had I known it would end so soon.
But now I knew for sure;everything had changed.We were on our own.
No one would be coming to save us."
Fun,short and fast-paced.The main character is very interesting,I think she's pretty cool.I like the supporting characters,too,but I like Eva the best.The apocalypse happens immediately so we don't really get to know the characters and their lives before it.I have a feeling that the sequel will be better.Can't wait to read it.
February 12, 2016
A powerful virus spreads throughout the country, infecting millions and transforming the country into a wasteland of deadly diseased crazed zombies.
Eva and her friends Ben, Jo and Wyatt must do whatever they can to survive.
I love Zombie books. Okay more like obsessed with them. And this one is pretty good. If u love zombie stories and all that gore and blood and running then you will love this one.
This is the 1st book in the Eva Series. 4 stars.
Eva and her friends Ben, Jo and Wyatt must do whatever they can to survive.
I love Zombie books. Okay more like obsessed with them. And this one is pretty good. If u love zombie stories and all that gore and blood and running then you will love this one.
This is the 1st book in the Eva Series. 4 stars.
January 29, 2015
I just read this on wattpad for free and this was a pretty awesome read.
Eva Wilde and her friends all work at a 1950's diner in Melbourne, Australia. When a virus spreads and turns people into zombies, they must do whatever they can to outrun the zombie apocalypse that is taking over. Can they survive and make it to Cairns in one piece? Read this and find out.
This was a pretty good first book of the series. Eva Wilde reminds me of a female Ash from the Evil Dead films. If you guys are a fan of horror stories, zombies, and tons of action then definitely check this out. I'll be reading the next installment of this series very soon.
Here's the link so you can read it on wattpad: http://www.wattpad.com/story/3311345-...
Eva Wilde and her friends all work at a 1950's diner in Melbourne, Australia. When a virus spreads and turns people into zombies, they must do whatever they can to outrun the zombie apocalypse that is taking over. Can they survive and make it to Cairns in one piece? Read this and find out.
This was a pretty good first book of the series. Eva Wilde reminds me of a female Ash from the Evil Dead films. If you guys are a fan of horror stories, zombies, and tons of action then definitely check this out. I'll be reading the next installment of this series very soon.
Here's the link so you can read it on wattpad: http://www.wattpad.com/story/3311345-...
July 1, 2018
3,5 Stars
Well written story about a world turning. A nice beginning, enjoyed it a lot.
Well written story about a world turning. A nice beginning, enjoyed it a lot.
August 24, 2017
Read for #aroundtheworldin100days challenge - Australia
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OH MY GOD IS IT JUST ME OR DOES IT LOOK LIKE "THE RISING", THE FILM THAT CHARLIE FROM "QUEENS OF GEEK" STARS IN? Normally I don't like zombie stories (sue me) but I have to read it now ^^
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OH MY GOD IS IT JUST ME OR DOES IT LOOK LIKE "THE RISING", THE FILM THAT CHARLIE FROM "QUEENS OF GEEK" STARS IN? Normally I don't like zombie stories (sue me) but I have to read it now ^^
April 4, 2018
Amusing in parts (the ones that weren't full of plot holes or weak characterisation), and it gets a bonus star for Melbourne.
April 21, 2016
OMGS ASDFGHJKL I LOVE THIS BOOK(and the rest of the trilogy!) I literally read this in less than a day, and then read the other two the next two days. J.M.Wilde is a fantastic author! I would love for this trilogy to be published in a physical book format that I can put on my shelf. Eva is a badass, amazing character, and so are the supporting characters. The romance is perfect, and doesn't detract from the story line. The pacing is just right, and the plot twists and turns so much that by the end you are so mind blown that you can't do anything for 24 hours afterwards. I will say though, that it can be quite graphic, and if you are not a fan of violence, I wouldn't recommend it, BUT if your a fan of shows like The Walking Dead, I would definitely recommend this trilogy.
November 5, 2014
I really enjoyed the story line of this book and so far i'm enjoying the series. The way the author describes the events in the story really get me excited and even makes me feel like i'm actually in the situation the characters are in themselves. I especially love how the main character can get in intense moments yet make it out alive no matter what but the way the situations are described is so phenomenal and i just get so jumpy and i just wonder "will she make it?" and i applaud the author for making it so realistic.
August 15, 2016
3 - 3.5 stars
It was enjoyable, but so short. I have a feeling that the entire trilogy could have been made to just one book. So I think I'll continue with the series, it's a quick read (when I'm actually reading).
It was enjoyable, but so short. I have a feeling that the entire trilogy could have been made to just one book. So I think I'll continue with the series, it's a quick read (when I'm actually reading).
November 29, 2017
As They Rise is a good start to new series.
Eva and friends find themselves suddenly in a Zombie Apocalypse. Their only hope for survival is to get to a faraway place. They have their fair share of Zombie battles and close calls. There were some things in this story, that I believed could have been left out. I also feel that it could have been longer. It almost felt like it was just the beginning. That was just getting a glimpse before the real story begins.
Because of how short it was, I didn’t really connect with any of the characters on an emotional level. So kind of felt as though, I was just watching them. The intense moments didn’t feel as intense as they could have been.
Overall, I give this Three Boundless Stars, it was a good start.
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Eva and friends find themselves suddenly in a Zombie Apocalypse. Their only hope for survival is to get to a faraway place. They have their fair share of Zombie battles and close calls. There were some things in this story, that I believed could have been left out. I also feel that it could have been longer. It almost felt like it was just the beginning. That was just getting a glimpse before the real story begins.
Because of how short it was, I didn’t really connect with any of the characters on an emotional level. So kind of felt as though, I was just watching them. The intense moments didn’t feel as intense as they could have been.
Overall, I give this Three Boundless Stars, it was a good start.
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June 27, 2021
It was good at first but I just felt bored afterwards. I had fun reading it and the way the author enters the lovers thing while everything is mess was good and I enjoyed it. It's a super quick read as a first book of the trilogy. I just feel bored at some point and parts and how some of the chapter ends with kinda cringey lines was tiring for me.
July 6, 2018
This was a fun read with a good amount of angst. The writing is good; although the book is a little too short for me to have a coherent opinion. I did wonder at times how they got their survival skills, since they seemed pretty adept for untrained peeps, or is that just an Australian thing? ;)
November 10, 2018
One of the essential problems with zombie fiction is that there's so much of it, it's difficult to stand out. As They Rise really has little to recommend it beyond its use of an everywoman protagonist, who is at the very least more compelling than the standard zombie hero.
November 24, 2018
Very short traditional zombie story
This is more like the first few chapters, part 1 of a book than book 1 in a series. Traditional zombie virus story & a couple of small spelling /grammar errors
This is more like the first few chapters, part 1 of a book than book 1 in a series. Traditional zombie virus story & a couple of small spelling /grammar errors
July 9, 2021
3.75 Stars
I feel this was a solid introduction to this zombie series. However, I wish it was a bit longer, and it didn't feel so rushed to get to the action parts. Nevertheless, I will be continuing this series to see if it gets better. I look forward to seeing more from this author.
I feel this was a solid introduction to this zombie series. However, I wish it was a bit longer, and it didn't feel so rushed to get to the action parts. Nevertheless, I will be continuing this series to see if it gets better. I look forward to seeing more from this author.
July 10, 2023
Fast paced zombie apocalypse.
Well written. Fast paced excitement. Constant conflict with the undead. Hard to put down. A battle for survival. Four young adults seemingly alone trying to reach a safe destination across zombie riddled states.
Well written. Fast paced excitement. Constant conflict with the undead. Hard to put down. A battle for survival. Four young adults seemingly alone trying to reach a safe destination across zombie riddled states.
May 11, 2017
this is a really good book, and I'm excited to read the other two, plus the spin off. and it takes place in Australia, which in itself is something I have never seen before. unique and I loved it
July 30, 2017
Fast Paced
I really enjoyed this book. It was fast paced and flowed really well. I'm about to start the second one.
I really enjoyed this book. It was fast paced and flowed really well. I'm about to start the second one.
March 7, 2018
I honestly don't know what the hype was about this book. It was a good book and all but it doesn't give me anything new or exciting. I'll be completely honest I forgot I was reading it a few times 😂😂
November 15, 2017
Fun book!!!
Loved this book...very easy and fast read. Can't wait to read book number two. Couldn't stop reading!!! Fantastic! So much fun.
Loved this book...very easy and fast read. Can't wait to read book number two. Couldn't stop reading!!! Fantastic! So much fun.
December 14, 2017
A really faced paced end of the world zombie book that shows the value of friendship and power of true love. I really liked Eva and her friends. Can compare to The Walking Dead.
January 29, 2018
It was good its a zombie book
July 29, 2019
2.5 stars
November 12, 2019
It's okay. A group of friends who work at a diner are forced to deal with the ZA when a mysterious virus rages through Australia and turns everyone to zombies.
October 18, 2020
fun, although a bit short. it reminded me that I missed Jen Wilde's writing.
October 31, 2021
My thoughts about this book can be found in this BookTube wrap up.
January 19, 2022
Uhmm it was a cool story with a strong independent woman, She and 3 more co-workers suvive the outbreak in Melbourne.
March 7, 2022
✨ 3.5 rounded up to a 4 ✨
December 29, 2022
Loved this book! It was a great mix of adventure and romance. It was also fantastic have a female lead in a book off this genre
July 7, 2023
Excellent flesh eating zombie fun!
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