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Purge of Babylon #7
The Spears of Laconia
SOMETIMES YOU HAVE TO MAKE A STAND.
They've been relentlessly hounded ever since The Purge decimated the world, and every day since has been a struggle to stay one step ahead of the enemy.
Keo has returned, claiming to have information that can turn the tide of war against the ghouls. Lara wants nothing more than to strike back, but she has other problems: Will has yet to make contact, and a team she's sent on an important mission has gone off the radar.
Meanwhile, Texas becomes a battlefield as a new force rises to challenge the rule of the ghouls and their human collaborators. Led by a mysterious leader, this new threat has the firepower to cripple the enemy, but their cure might be worse than the disease.
Caught between two destructive forces, Lara, Keo, and their friends will have to make a choice--fall in line or forge their own path--before the decision is made for them.
A year after The Purge, any chance of victory will rest on the tips of the Spears, and those fearless enough to wield them...
They've been relentlessly hounded ever since The Purge decimated the world, and every day since has been a struggle to stay one step ahead of the enemy.
Keo has returned, claiming to have information that can turn the tide of war against the ghouls. Lara wants nothing more than to strike back, but she has other problems: Will has yet to make contact, and a team she's sent on an important mission has gone off the radar.
Meanwhile, Texas becomes a battlefield as a new force rises to challenge the rule of the ghouls and their human collaborators. Led by a mysterious leader, this new threat has the firepower to cripple the enemy, but their cure might be worse than the disease.
Caught between two destructive forces, Lara, Keo, and their friends will have to make a choice--fall in line or forge their own path--before the decision is made for them.
A year after The Purge, any chance of victory will rest on the tips of the Spears, and those fearless enough to wield them...
440 pages, Kindle Edition
First published October 15, 2015
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October 6, 2015
I was disappointed with this. It was really boring and I feel like nothing much happened. I had to skip through so much conversation about nothing that I barely feel like I read a full book. Yeah, we've got a new villain, so what. Everything and everyone is so disconnected that I'm starting to get very annoyed with this series. I need resolution of some things before the end a a book for Christ's sake!
November 13, 2015
Even crack cocaine gets boring after you have had enough.
The series is settling into a formula, and starting to drag.
The series is settling into a formula, and starting to drag.
October 19, 2015
If someone had asked me on September 30 if I would ever give a "Purge" series book less than a 5 star rating, I would have thought they had gone insane. I LOVE this series. I have recommended it to every reading friend and co-worker I know. I sit on pins waiting for the next one. I have emailed Sam begging for the next book to hurry. I have read every one of the books in a couple of days or so. Well, not this one. This one I started the day it came out, and now, some two weeks or so later, I finally finished. It just seemed to drag on and on with chapters so redundant that I thought at one point I was rereading. I do feel like the last 15% picked up and of course the ending was pretty intense, but for the most part I think I could have skipped this one completely. The one thing I have always praised this series on, is the integrity of the story-line. I sure hope this was an anomaly. I am still quite a fan of this series. This one, however, fell short for me.
November 27, 2020
I did enjoy it for the most part but I have to admit, it seems as though we are going through the exact same scenarios over and over. I thought the part about them going to the facility was useless. It being overrun by ghouls was too easy a scenario in my opinion. Would have been more interesting had they found people there.
Would have also liked to see different adventures and Keo being this untouchable superhero is getting a bit boring. Danny’s constant joking was getting on my nerves.
And the “Jim was taken” line is soooo repetitive! We are 7 books in and literally still know nothing about the ghouls and how they came about. Maybe this is deliberate since it seems there are other series’ set in the same universe?
Either way despite all this I am invested so we’ll see how the rest goes.
Would have also liked to see different adventures and Keo being this untouchable superhero is getting a bit boring. Danny’s constant joking was getting on my nerves.
And the “Jim was taken” line is soooo repetitive! We are 7 books in and literally still know nothing about the ghouls and how they came about. Maybe this is deliberate since it seems there are other series’ set in the same universe?
Either way despite all this I am invested so we’ll see how the rest goes.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
October 4, 2015
Another awesome chapter in the Babylon series. I have polished off every single other book in the series within a day or two, and The Spears of Laconia was no exception!
In this book, we follow Keo and Jordan through Texas; Gaby, Danny, and Nate as they try to return to Stark; and Lara and the rest of the gang still on the Trident in the Gulf of Mexico. We have a new enemy, Mercer's men who have more resources then the Collaborators. It's a fast paced, bloody battle for survival.
Sam Sisavath did not disappoint! I can't wait for book 8!
In this book, we follow Keo and Jordan through Texas; Gaby, Danny, and Nate as they try to return to Stark; and Lara and the rest of the gang still on the Trident in the Gulf of Mexico. We have a new enemy, Mercer's men who have more resources then the Collaborators. It's a fast paced, bloody battle for survival.
Sam Sisavath did not disappoint! I can't wait for book 8!
March 30, 2026
"Nothing Ever Lasts": The Beautifully Tragic Reality of The Spears of Laconia
Each book in the "Purge of Babylon" series by Sam Sisavath pulls me further into that world. A world where one must be wary of darkened buildings, mindful of traversing deep shadowed hallways, and always fear the darkness of night. Because the night has no longer been safe for just over a year. Unfortunately, daylight has proven to have its own dangers, and now even more so. I fear for the well-being of the characters I have come to hold close.
Sadness and loss... Knowing that "the once was" is no more, and can never be had again is very, VERY heavy. Toss in a fair-sized amount of regret and bittersweet memories and those are my thoughts and the overwhelming feelings I am struck with right at the opening of "The Spears of Laconia (The Purge of Babylon series • Book 7)" by Sam Sisavath.
Then, on the final pages, I am again left with more sadness and loss; albeit, it's not nearly as profound as in the opening. This is mainly due to the magic that I have come to see from this author. He is a master of weaving the story right into the core of me. I feel what the characters feel. So much so, that I am swept away on a tidal wave of feelings, simultaneously pulled down into a whirlpool mix of thoughts and emotions.
I love this series so darn much and wish it would go on forever... "but it wouldn’t last. Nothing ever did, these days."
Each book in the "Purge of Babylon" series by Sam Sisavath pulls me further into that world. A world where one must be wary of darkened buildings, mindful of traversing deep shadowed hallways, and always fear the darkness of night. Because the night has no longer been safe for just over a year. Unfortunately, daylight has proven to have its own dangers, and now even more so. I fear for the well-being of the characters I have come to hold close.
Sadness and loss... Knowing that "the once was" is no more, and can never be had again is very, VERY heavy. Toss in a fair-sized amount of regret and bittersweet memories and those are my thoughts and the overwhelming feelings I am struck with right at the opening of "The Spears of Laconia (The Purge of Babylon series • Book 7)" by Sam Sisavath.
Then, on the final pages, I am again left with more sadness and loss; albeit, it's not nearly as profound as in the opening. This is mainly due to the magic that I have come to see from this author. He is a master of weaving the story right into the core of me. I feel what the characters feel. So much so, that I am swept away on a tidal wave of feelings, simultaneously pulled down into a whirlpool mix of thoughts and emotions.
I love this series so darn much and wish it would go on forever... "but it wouldn’t last. Nothing ever did, these days."
October 15, 2017
Another good addition to the story
A very good story, definitely worth a read. At the beginning I wasn’t sure about the premise and the first part of the first book had me a bit stumped. It took me at least three tries to get into the story, but once I was in, it captivated me and I read all the books until this one.
If I could make a suggestion, a recap at the beginning of the book would be very useful. I am late to this party, so I am lucky I can read all the books in sequence, but for readers that start at the beginning and then wait as the books come out, it’s too hard to keep all the sub stories straight.
A very good story, definitely worth a read. At the beginning I wasn’t sure about the premise and the first part of the first book had me a bit stumped. It took me at least three tries to get into the story, but once I was in, it captivated me and I read all the books until this one.
If I could make a suggestion, a recap at the beginning of the book would be very useful. I am late to this party, so I am lucky I can read all the books in sequence, but for readers that start at the beginning and then wait as the books come out, it’s too hard to keep all the sub stories straight.
September 27, 2017
Still awesome, but.....
Still one of the best apocalypse series out there, but it's kind of lost something as it's gone along. Some ....oomph. Just not as riveting as the first five books. Maybe it's the focus on Keo?? He's just not as interesting or entertaining as the rest of the characters. Certainly not the Will-Danny combo - the best. Really miss that. I miss all the characters. Hopefully the focus will be more balanced in the next book, and leave Keo more in the background where his yawn of a character belongs.
Still one of the best apocalypse series out there, but it's kind of lost something as it's gone along. Some ....oomph. Just not as riveting as the first five books. Maybe it's the focus on Keo?? He's just not as interesting or entertaining as the rest of the characters. Certainly not the Will-Danny combo - the best. Really miss that. I miss all the characters. Hopefully the focus will be more balanced in the next book, and leave Keo more in the background where his yawn of a character belongs.
March 16, 2018
I miss Will & Danny!
Great book! But i do miss the comradery between Will & Danny. And I still can’t believe Will aka Frank has become one of them! But as I read it seems it always had to happen this way. After all I think he is the hero of Purge of Babylon , at least in my eyes. I’m reading through these books so fast. Once you start, u don’t want to put it down. Great storytelling and really cool take on the apocalypse!
Great book! But i do miss the comradery between Will & Danny. And I still can’t believe Will aka Frank has become one of them! But as I read it seems it always had to happen this way. After all I think he is the hero of Purge of Babylon , at least in my eyes. I’m reading through these books so fast. Once you start, u don’t want to put it down. Great storytelling and really cool take on the apocalypse!
August 14, 2017
Excellence continued
This excellent post-apocalyptic horror saga continues. I have remained hooked and look forward to continuing the adventure. The storyline is intense and keeps the reader guessing what will come next. The surprises continue to unfold and I can't wait to see what is in store for our favorite characters.
This excellent post-apocalyptic horror saga continues. I have remained hooked and look forward to continuing the adventure. The storyline is intense and keeps the reader guessing what will come next. The surprises continue to unfold and I can't wait to see what is in store for our favorite characters.
August 24, 2017
Fabulous reading
I have read each book in this series several times. Unique characters with a unique and fearsome enemy. Each character is endearing, humorous, brave, and strong. Even the villains are multi dimensional and fascinating. I highly recommend this series. Not your usual bad guys, and amazing heroes!
I have read each book in this series several times. Unique characters with a unique and fearsome enemy. Each character is endearing, humorous, brave, and strong. Even the villains are multi dimensional and fascinating. I highly recommend this series. Not your usual bad guys, and amazing heroes!
November 15, 2020
Slowed down a bit, starting to be the same story over and over, but I still enjoyed it and it was worth the time. Makes me think back to the first book and how great it was. I would recommend you read it and I'm hoping the author goes back in time and writes a story about will and Danny before the whole thing started.
January 19, 2018
I really want a miracle
I'm so so so sad that Will didn't make it. So I'm praying for a miracle, maybe like vampires when Mabry dies he will become human again and the love story can continue. Thank you for an amazing journey.
I'm so so so sad that Will didn't make it. So I'm praying for a miracle, maybe like vampires when Mabry dies he will become human again and the love story can continue. Thank you for an amazing journey.
April 6, 2018
Great series, enjoyed the multiple characters and end of the human race story. Better than vampire stories? I think we have a winner, sorry for the Rice followers who probably wouldn't read these books. Too bad for them. I have already started on Keo's next adventures.
April 4, 2019
Another great read
Just like the previous books in this series, this one continued to entertain and wow me. It was fun to read and definitely a page Turner. Full of action and great characters.
Just like the previous books in this series, this one continued to entertain and wow me. It was fun to read and definitely a page Turner. Full of action and great characters.
October 21, 2017
Such a great series. I'll mourn when it's finished.
March 14, 2018
Very good
Once again a solid story. I am still intrigued by the characters and the tale keeps rolling along. Can't wait for the next installment.
Once again a solid story. I am still intrigued by the characters and the tale keeps rolling along. Can't wait for the next installment.
November 6, 2018
THE SPEARS OF LACONIA
Not a dull moment in this authors work. Every book in the series is a good long read. One of the best series out there dealing in the apocalyptic nature. 💀
Not a dull moment in this authors work. Every book in the series is a good long read. One of the best series out there dealing in the apocalyptic nature. 💀
June 16, 2019
4.5 stars
March 16, 2020
Enjoying the series
Each book adds its own spin on to the series and trough 7 books I’m still interested. Recommend these books
Each book adds its own spin on to the series and trough 7 books I’m still interested. Recommend these books
May 25, 2020
In Tears
Such great writing to be bring on such a string of emotions. Sometimes I get lost in your world of words and that is definitely what good writing should be!😘
Such great writing to be bring on such a string of emotions. Sometimes I get lost in your world of words and that is definitely what good writing should be!😘
March 13, 2021
Fantastic,as usual
This series has been great. Every book draws you in. You have to know, what happens next. Which is where I’m going to leave you, so I can find out.
This series has been great. Every book draws you in. You have to know, what happens next. Which is where I’m going to leave you, so I can find out.
June 27, 2021
That's the good stuff..
January 24, 2022
What a well put togetter stoire so far.
October 6, 2022
3.5 stars
March 7, 2023
Good!
Le livre est bon mais ça ne me tente pas de faire une septième critique d’affilée... j'aurais dû les faire au fur et à mesure...
Le livre est bon mais ça ne me tente pas de faire une septième critique d’affilée... j'aurais dû les faire au fur et à mesure...
September 26, 2016
Intense and Action Packed
Another great addition to Sisavath's Babylon series. Excellent emotion and plot. Great characters. I'm looking forward to the next book.
Another great addition to Sisavath's Babylon series. Excellent emotion and plot. Great characters. I'm looking forward to the next book.
February 15, 2017
Another great installment of the Babylon series.
October 16, 2015
I sort of feel like this book series is my guilty pleasure, somehow. It's not that it's badly written, but maybe it's just the blue-eyed ghouls and other undead that makes it feel a little "dirty" for looking forward to each successive installment as much as I do. Without saying too much to give away the plot, if you like the story from the previous books, this one won't disappoint. Well, maybe a little at the end... but I'll leave it at that. Let's just say I'm now waiting again!
Luckily, this guy really cranks them out - the last one was released the end of May and this one came out less than 5 months later. That may be part of the reason my subconscious thinks of this as junk food for my library, because who could actually write compelling stories in THAT short of time, right? But all I can say is that while the writing is certainly conversational and casual in style and not at all "work" to read, it's still well-written and gives the reader a surprisingly well-rounded feel for all of the characters and getting to know them.
My teenage son is also a fan and loves this series after I convinced him to give the first one a shot - we celebrated a few weeks ago when the day came for this most recent installment to finally be released. Can't wait for what seems like will be the final book in the series - maybe shortly after the holidays if the author keeps on his usual timetable. :)
Luckily, this guy really cranks them out - the last one was released the end of May and this one came out less than 5 months later. That may be part of the reason my subconscious thinks of this as junk food for my library, because who could actually write compelling stories in THAT short of time, right? But all I can say is that while the writing is certainly conversational and casual in style and not at all "work" to read, it's still well-written and gives the reader a surprisingly well-rounded feel for all of the characters and getting to know them.
My teenage son is also a fan and loves this series after I convinced him to give the first one a shot - we celebrated a few weeks ago when the day came for this most recent installment to finally be released. Can't wait for what seems like will be the final book in the series - maybe shortly after the holidays if the author keeps on his usual timetable. :)
August 29, 2016
Still it is kind of a let down ....
As with the previous 2 books , here there is the same problem - we know what will happen , but the author keeps giving us little straws and delaying the expected moment.
In the first two books of the series i really liked how the author did give us clues but still succeeded in surprising us. With the recent ones , though , he is giving us too many clues , while not succeeding to present us with that thrill of the unknown.
The new enemy , presented here, can be pointed as a way the author tries to get back that thrill feeling , but i dont think it is successful simply because....it is known. The Ghouls are the unknown , and most of us (the readers) , want to know more about them, and how will the author draw their world(i mean the fantasy elements surrounding them).
Also ... there is too much Keo ... i dislike his character , it is somehow boring to me. Doesnt involve a lot of character transformation (outside of merciless mercenary to having inner voice ) nor does he contribute a lot to the story enough...i mean contributing the story with the ghouls.
I understand that the humans and their different groups make the book more realistic , but i think after so many books about them , this part could have been shortened , as it does not develop the "main story line". It feels like after every turn the main characters make , there are humans , gunfights -> find shelter for the night/food->gunfights.
As with the previous 2 books , here there is the same problem - we know what will happen , but the author keeps giving us little straws and delaying the expected moment.
In the first two books of the series i really liked how the author did give us clues but still succeeded in surprising us. With the recent ones , though , he is giving us too many clues , while not succeeding to present us with that thrill of the unknown.
The new enemy , presented here, can be pointed as a way the author tries to get back that thrill feeling , but i dont think it is successful simply because....it is known. The Ghouls are the unknown , and most of us (the readers) , want to know more about them, and how will the author draw their world(i mean the fantasy elements surrounding them).
Also ... there is too much Keo ... i dislike his character , it is somehow boring to me. Doesnt involve a lot of character transformation (outside of merciless mercenary to having inner voice ) nor does he contribute a lot to the story enough...i mean contributing the story with the ghouls.
I understand that the humans and their different groups make the book more realistic , but i think after so many books about them , this part could have been shortened , as it does not develop the "main story line". It feels like after every turn the main characters make , there are humans , gunfights -> find shelter for the night/food->gunfights.
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