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Surviving the Dead #6
Savages
Eric Riordan thought he had seen the worst the post-Outbreak world had to offer.
He was wrong.
As the Midwest Alliance puts plans in motion to touch off a civil war, Eric and a group of elite warriors are recruited to stop them. To prevent disaster, they will venture into the heart of enemy territory on an assassination mission. To survive, Eric will have to call on all his training, willpower, and strength. Because this fight will determine not only his future, but the fate of an entire nation.
And if he fails, the enemy will show no mercy.
Surviving the Dead Series:
No Easy Hope
This Shattered Land
Warrior Within
The Passenger
Fire in Winter
The Darkest Place
Savages
He was wrong.
As the Midwest Alliance puts plans in motion to touch off a civil war, Eric and a group of elite warriors are recruited to stop them. To prevent disaster, they will venture into the heart of enemy territory on an assassination mission. To survive, Eric will have to call on all his training, willpower, and strength. Because this fight will determine not only his future, but the fate of an entire nation.
And if he fails, the enemy will show no mercy.
Surviving the Dead Series:
No Easy Hope
This Shattered Land
Warrior Within
The Passenger
Fire in Winter
The Darkest Place
Savages
309 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 27, 2015
163 people are currently reading
150 people want to read
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James N. Cook
17 books255 followersJames N. Cook is a martial arts enthusiast, a veteran of the U.S. Navy, a former cubicle dweller, and the author of the Surviving the Dead series. He hikes, he goes camping, he travels a lot, and he has trouble staying in one spot for very long. He lives in North Carolina.
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September 23, 2016
I listened through the series again to get to book six. An excellent series with wonderful characters and plenty of action throughout. A very good, well developed story. In this, the last novel available in the series, Eric, Gabe, Greyhawk, and an assembled group of warriors infiltrate the Midwest Alliance to eliminate them and ruin their plans for a civil war. A wonderful bit of writing.
August 6, 2018
BEST SERIES IN GENRE- Hands Down
I used to say this was one of the better series in the genre, it has a slow start, but push through it and you’ll be richly rewarded. Then I stated it was one of the best, top three for sure. Now?? It’s risen to the top. It must be the very best series, if my memory is serving me correctly- or standing shoulder to shoulder with another.
The last three books have been phenomenal. Especially the last two. So far beyond any other zombie apocalypse novels. The richness and intricacy of storyline. The setting of scenes is crafted so perfectly that the reader feels like he or she can just step right into the page, grab a melee weapon, and fight to Eric’s left. And Eric, the other characters old and new — the development of who they are as people, well, I didn’t think it was possible for them to keep growing, evolving, becoming more real. And I’m long past being invested in all of them. I love them, like them, are quite fond of them, sorta know them, or totally dislike them and wouldn’t mind at all if they tripped over a grey crawler and into a zombie’s waiting mouth.
Now I’ll state the obvious- why are you reading this review if you haven’t read Book #1 yet? If you need convincing that the series is worthwhile—- run, don’t walk — to the Book #1 page. Download it. Get through the rough parts of the first book (I dunno? Slow? Too much time spent in Eric’s head? I have no idea, but it’s RARE for me to have to fight through a book...). Once through that —- on to the best zombie apocalypse series you’ll EVER read!!!
And I’ve been reading this genre for almost 5 years. A daily diet. TV shows and movies too. Just sharing as a point of reference. ;)
Now I can’t wait to read the next book in the series!! I’m already feeling anxious about hitting the end of the road.....the last book, when I will then have to wait however long for a new book to be released. Truly painful lol!
I used to say this was one of the better series in the genre, it has a slow start, but push through it and you’ll be richly rewarded. Then I stated it was one of the best, top three for sure. Now?? It’s risen to the top. It must be the very best series, if my memory is serving me correctly- or standing shoulder to shoulder with another.
The last three books have been phenomenal. Especially the last two. So far beyond any other zombie apocalypse novels. The richness and intricacy of storyline. The setting of scenes is crafted so perfectly that the reader feels like he or she can just step right into the page, grab a melee weapon, and fight to Eric’s left. And Eric, the other characters old and new — the development of who they are as people, well, I didn’t think it was possible for them to keep growing, evolving, becoming more real. And I’m long past being invested in all of them. I love them, like them, are quite fond of them, sorta know them, or totally dislike them and wouldn’t mind at all if they tripped over a grey crawler and into a zombie’s waiting mouth.
Now I’ll state the obvious- why are you reading this review if you haven’t read Book #1 yet? If you need convincing that the series is worthwhile—- run, don’t walk — to the Book #1 page. Download it. Get through the rough parts of the first book (I dunno? Slow? Too much time spent in Eric’s head? I have no idea, but it’s RARE for me to have to fight through a book...). Once through that —- on to the best zombie apocalypse series you’ll EVER read!!!
And I’ve been reading this genre for almost 5 years. A daily diet. TV shows and movies too. Just sharing as a point of reference. ;)
Now I can’t wait to read the next book in the series!! I’m already feeling anxious about hitting the end of the road.....the last book, when I will then have to wait however long for a new book to be released. Truly painful lol!
December 5, 2017
This is .....
.... one hell of a series!!! It has more action than a lady of pleasure in Amsterdam!!! Just not the same kind!!! LOL. The story stays continuously along the same line, and just flows along with its unique characters, even after six books! If you like books with apocalyptic zombies and LOTS of action, then I'd seriously recommend this series by James Cook! I really don't think that you will be disappointed!!!! I certainly wasn't!!! Mike Hansen, Nuneaton, England
.... one hell of a series!!! It has more action than a lady of pleasure in Amsterdam!!! Just not the same kind!!! LOL. The story stays continuously along the same line, and just flows along with its unique characters, even after six books! If you like books with apocalyptic zombies and LOTS of action, then I'd seriously recommend this series by James Cook! I really don't think that you will be disappointed!!!! I certainly wasn't!!! Mike Hansen, Nuneaton, England
July 4, 2020
COntinued adventure
This book continues the adventure of Eric Riordan and Gabriel Garrett. It is not everyone in the apocalypse who want to live peacefully and try to rebuild a new world. Again our two protagonists are called upon to try and take down those who are in charge of the Alliance (the enemy)
We are taken into the heart of the fight and what a fight it is.
We are however also shown that there is still good in this unreal world.
This book continues the adventure of Eric Riordan and Gabriel Garrett. It is not everyone in the apocalypse who want to live peacefully and try to rebuild a new world. Again our two protagonists are called upon to try and take down those who are in charge of the Alliance (the enemy)
We are taken into the heart of the fight and what a fight it is.
We are however also shown that there is still good in this unreal world.
July 25, 2018
I am enjoying the series and I really love Gabe and Caleb. I like Eric for the most part but he can really be a smart ass at times. He'll do or say whatever he wants when he wants but takes great offense at the least little comment from someone else. I can understand why he'd rub some of the others the wrong way.
April 7, 2019
Spec Ops vs The Dead
Another very enjoyable entry in this series. Really loved how they got the 4 super soldiers together to dominate all. Hope we get a chance to learn more about our new favorite Apache!
Another very enjoyable entry in this series. Really loved how they got the 4 super soldiers together to dominate all. Hope we get a chance to learn more about our new favorite Apache!
November 9, 2021
Lots of twist and unexpected adventure
Really loved this book. James Cook keeps the interest of this reader because he is always coming up with an angle to the story that is unexpected. I really like this author.
Really loved this book. James Cook keeps the interest of this reader because he is always coming up with an angle to the story that is unexpected. I really like this author.
January 10, 2019
Just as good as the rest!
Glad I found this series after all the books were written.Now I never have to wait for the next book to come out.Great reading!
Glad I found this series after all the books were written.Now I never have to wait for the next book to come out.Great reading!
April 26, 2021
Another 'excellent' addition, read in the series - on to #7 in the series.
December 27, 2015
Great Read!
I have read all six ofJames Cook's Surviving the Dead series. All have been excellent and I have yet to come to that point in his series where it slows down and repetition kicks in. Great apocalyptic zombie series and full of as much action as you can handle. The characters are believable and rock-solid. Four Stars!!!
I have read all six ofJames Cook's Surviving the Dead series. All have been excellent and I have yet to come to that point in his series where it slows down and repetition kicks in. Great apocalyptic zombie series and full of as much action as you can handle. The characters are believable and rock-solid. Four Stars!!!
November 4, 2015
The Rot - The Walkers - The Undead
The Reanimated - The Ghouls, the . . the ZOMBIES! Mr. Cook, thanks for the tales, I'm enjoying this series lots and will keep and eye out . . . Oops . . for book 7.
The Reanimated - The Ghouls, the . . the ZOMBIES! Mr. Cook, thanks for the tales, I'm enjoying this series lots and will keep and eye out . . . Oops . . for book 7.
November 22, 2015
Another great book by James Cook. Book 6 in the series.
This author knows how to bring the characters in his books come to life and makes you feel like you know them and either you are cheering them on or you want them to kill them. Especially the undead.
This author knows how to bring the characters in his books come to life and makes you feel like you know them and either you are cheering them on or you want them to kill them. Especially the undead.
December 30, 2015
This is the 6th of Cook's "Surviving the Dead" series. Another solid offering. The only reason his books get 4 stars, rather than 5 from me is that I find the dialog a bit stiff. Otherwise, this series is among the top in the genre.
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January 2, 2016J Ames Cook is a 5 star writer.
A compelling storyline throughout the series. Well developed characters that standout in their own unique way, yet meld easily when they come together. Looking forward to hopefully a ten book series.
A compelling storyline throughout the series. Well developed characters that standout in their own unique way, yet meld easily when they come together. Looking forward to hopefully a ten book series.
February 12, 2016
Glad to see the series continue.. and glad to see there is another in the works...
He does a great job of creating stories that although the involve the infected, it does not revolve around them, but instead the characters...
He does a great job of creating stories that although the involve the infected, it does not revolve around them, but instead the characters...
May 30, 2016
I love these books they are amazing. When I read them or listen to them I make my family leave me alone and the house has to be completely quiet so I can just 100% get into the story. I loved the ending and I can not wait until the new book.
June 17, 2016
Intense
I've read books 1 through 6 and think this might be the most intense, hard to put down book yet. I am completely enjoying the character development, and find myself getting lost in the story and emotionally invested. A great series that I'm truly enjoying.
I've read books 1 through 6 and think this might be the most intense, hard to put down book yet. I am completely enjoying the character development, and find myself getting lost in the story and emotionally invested. A great series that I'm truly enjoying.
October 12, 2015
Awesome
Another great book in the eyes of gab and Eric. Loved it!!! Buy the series you won't be disappointed. I promise
Another great book in the eyes of gab and Eric. Loved it!!! Buy the series you won't be disappointed. I promise
October 18, 2015
Good read
So Gabe has a kid, exciting! I can't wait for the next book. What did Hicks do? Will we find out?
So Gabe has a kid, exciting! I can't wait for the next book. What did Hicks do? Will we find out?
October 25, 2015
Loved this book
I have all the books in this series babe and Eric are the main characters you. can hardly wait. for the next book
I have all the books in this series babe and Eric are the main characters you. can hardly wait. for the next book
November 5, 2018
Great read
Action and some humanity with with a surprise end. A great book in the series . Cannot wait for the next...
Action and some humanity with with a surprise end. A great book in the series . Cannot wait for the next...
November 15, 2015
Good
Good solid work. The characters are believable. The character make like and not -like at the same. He has a big ego that makes him a little dislike ed at times. Read it.
Good solid work. The characters are believable. The character make like and not -like at the same. He has a big ego that makes him a little dislike ed at times. Read it.
December 13, 2015
Review
Good series. I look forward to the next book. Enjoy reading this author's books. Would recommend this series and author to anyone interested in this type of book
Good series. I look forward to the next book. Enjoy reading this author's books. Would recommend this series and author to anyone interested in this type of book
July 4, 2016
Loved it
Once I started reading it I couldn't put it down! Read straight through for about 4 hours. Suffered the next day, but worth it!
Once I started reading it I couldn't put it down! Read straight through for about 4 hours. Suffered the next day, but worth it!
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February 23, 2016muy lenta la historia acerca de un tema muy de moda, zombies
February 21, 2016
Great Series of Books
I'm a big fan of this story. The characters are so well written that you feel like you know them. I can't wait for the next book.
I'm a big fan of this story. The characters are so well written that you feel like you know them. I can't wait for the next book.
April 27, 2016
Turns out I like the chaos of the apocalypse and immediate aftermath much more than having the military get the situation under control.
July 24, 2016
Another solid entry in the series from Mr. Cook. I love the mixing of characters throughout the series - it makes the overall story more believable and interesting.
September 30, 2016
Another good one...back to the original character, too. Once again, though, it was more about killing people than zombies.
February 27, 2016
Love the series...want more!
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