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No power. No internet. No phones. No clue what has happened and worst of all, no people.
The few survivors are alone, stuck in a world where everything they have come to rely on is taken away in the blink of an eye.
Gary, the businessman, in a second chance relationship, trapped with no transport 150 miles from his new partner and desperate to find her.
Emily, her gap year ripped away from her when the power goes out while she sits at the airport alone. Scared and confused, but determined to find her way out and home to find her family.
Helen, a police officer, whose latest arrest disappears in front of her eyes in a cloud of dust. Should she stay and do her duty or go looking for others like herself?
Stephen, whose life has been wasted in a dead end job, reliant on his parents, needs to grow up fast if he is going to find his girlfriend on the other side of the country.
Join them and others as they journey to find their loved ones, themselves, and one another in a world that seems as it ever was, but will never be the same again and where dangers, both ancient and modern, rise to meet them.
The few survivors are alone, stuck in a world where everything they have come to rely on is taken away in the blink of an eye.
Gary, the businessman, in a second chance relationship, trapped with no transport 150 miles from his new partner and desperate to find her.
Emily, her gap year ripped away from her when the power goes out while she sits at the airport alone. Scared and confused, but determined to find her way out and home to find her family.
Helen, a police officer, whose latest arrest disappears in front of her eyes in a cloud of dust. Should she stay and do her duty or go looking for others like herself?
Stephen, whose life has been wasted in a dead end job, reliant on his parents, needs to grow up fast if he is going to find his girlfriend on the other side of the country.
Join them and others as they journey to find their loved ones, themselves, and one another in a world that seems as it ever was, but will never be the same again and where dangers, both ancient and modern, rise to meet them.
195 pages, Kindle Edition
Published January 9, 2016
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May 22, 2026
Loneliness is scary...
Characters:
The characters were the highlight of this book for me. At first, I thought it was just going to be the 2 characters with the way the first 40 pages were going, then we were introduced to a large array of different characters. They were all fleshed out really well, each with individual personalities and idiosyncrasies too. The way in which they reacted with each other and the "end of the world" was very realistic too, so I enjoyed that a lot.
Storyline/Pacing/Writing:
The storyline was interesting and unique but I feel it was too slow to begin with. I understand the need for an initial build up but I do not feel like we needed 3 chapters of Gary making coffee and smoking, it felt like a little bit of overkill. I loved the unknowing of the book, never fully expecting what was next, and what is lurking in the shadows. As the book progressed it picked up speed rapidly and united all the characters (bar one) together. The writing style was easy to follow, and not repetitive or filled with tropes. The two things I have to bring up though is the editing at the beginning of the book was a little choppy but fixed itself. Also, what happened to the planes? I get everybody turned to dust in the books, but that would mean that planes int he sky would have nobody to fly them, surely some where above the UK and would have fallen? Not a big thing but I thought about it a few times.
Ending:
The ending was perfect for this story as it leaves a lot of open to change, and the story is only just beginning really. I feel like Annabel needed more time in the story, but I hope she appears in book 2.
Emotional impact:
I did have a sense of sadness when reading this book, and imagining myself going through what the characters are, and it is a terrifying situation. I felt the hurt and anger of the characters too, and especially the fear. Not only that, but I hope the suspense builds more as the books progress.
An intriguing start to a new series, I am eager to continue on with book 2.
7/10.
Characters:
The characters were the highlight of this book for me. At first, I thought it was just going to be the 2 characters with the way the first 40 pages were going, then we were introduced to a large array of different characters. They were all fleshed out really well, each with individual personalities and idiosyncrasies too. The way in which they reacted with each other and the "end of the world" was very realistic too, so I enjoyed that a lot.
Storyline/Pacing/Writing:
The storyline was interesting and unique but I feel it was too slow to begin with. I understand the need for an initial build up but I do not feel like we needed 3 chapters of Gary making coffee and smoking, it felt like a little bit of overkill. I loved the unknowing of the book, never fully expecting what was next, and what is lurking in the shadows. As the book progressed it picked up speed rapidly and united all the characters (bar one) together. The writing style was easy to follow, and not repetitive or filled with tropes. The two things I have to bring up though is the editing at the beginning of the book was a little choppy but fixed itself. Also, what happened to the planes? I get everybody turned to dust in the books, but that would mean that planes int he sky would have nobody to fly them, surely some where above the UK and would have fallen? Not a big thing but I thought about it a few times.
Ending:
The ending was perfect for this story as it leaves a lot of open to change, and the story is only just beginning really. I feel like Annabel needed more time in the story, but I hope she appears in book 2.
Emotional impact:
I did have a sense of sadness when reading this book, and imagining myself going through what the characters are, and it is a terrifying situation. I felt the hurt and anger of the characters too, and especially the fear. Not only that, but I hope the suspense builds more as the books progress.
An intriguing start to a new series, I am eager to continue on with book 2.
7/10.
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May 17, 2018
Only ok.
This book was A LOT like the 1974 movie, "Where Have all the People Gone," that I saw as a kid. People turning to dust or ash, with a random few survivors. The book has more violence and more "language" and more sex. It was just not as good as other post-apocalyptic novels I've read. I did finish it, but most likely will skip the rest of the series. Some editing issues early on, but that improved.
This book was A LOT like the 1974 movie, "Where Have all the People Gone," that I saw as a kid. People turning to dust or ash, with a random few survivors. The book has more violence and more "language" and more sex. It was just not as good as other post-apocalyptic novels I've read. I did finish it, but most likely will skip the rest of the series. Some editing issues early on, but that improved.
May 17, 2018
A hidden teaser
I really enjoyed this book and looking forward to reading the second. Switching back and forth with characters was a little confusing to me at first but after a few chapters everyone got sorted out. A different view in apocalyptic books but well worth the read. I highly recommend.
I really enjoyed this book and looking forward to reading the second. Switching back and forth with characters was a little confusing to me at first but after a few chapters everyone got sorted out. A different view in apocalyptic books but well worth the read. I highly recommend.
August 2, 2018
Good introduction to the characters that must continue on in future books. Some of the plot decisions were a bit forced (prisoner) or extreme (pack of dogs) though, which made me care less about the characters.
April 30, 2026
good start
Good book easy to read - looking forward to seeing what happens - not sure about the ancient beast thing though
Good book easy to read - looking forward to seeing what happens - not sure about the ancient beast thing though
June 19, 2026
not American WoW
Good read enjoyed it. Characters well fleshed out. Dog bits very good. More please. Not the usual approach to the end of the world as we know it it
Good read enjoyed it. Characters well fleshed out. Dog bits very good. More please. Not the usual approach to the end of the world as we know it it
July 9, 2026
Really enjoyable book. I like the different survivors stories all coming together. It’s a real page turner and I found myself really looking forward to what happens next. A great read.
January 17, 2016
Good start to a series
This post ap is set in Britain for a change and is pretty close to how I imagine it would be here. Usually I don't bother reading books set in England but am really glad I started this. There is no huge explosion just people who inexplicably turn to dust. This book gives a sound introduction to a group of survivors who gradually come together. There are no massively dramatic bits in this book, just a solid start to a post ap story. I'm going straight on to book 2 but just hope it doesn't get too super natural as there is one point in this book that hints that it could. Great start to what I hope will be a great series
This post ap is set in Britain for a change and is pretty close to how I imagine it would be here. Usually I don't bother reading books set in England but am really glad I started this. There is no huge explosion just people who inexplicably turn to dust. This book gives a sound introduction to a group of survivors who gradually come together. There are no massively dramatic bits in this book, just a solid start to a post ap story. I'm going straight on to book 2 but just hope it doesn't get too super natural as there is one point in this book that hints that it could. Great start to what I hope will be a great series
March 19, 2016
Decent
The only reason I gave this 3 stars is because I just read a book worse than this one.
Story has promise but instead of developing the characters and getting more in depth I feel as if the author spun a wheel to decide what each character did regardless of their age, maturity, or experience level. Without giving too much away Some of the situations that happen in this book are entirely premature ****woof woof****
So, while I wouldn't rip pages out in a rage (good or bad) I also won't read the next in the series.
Sorry.
The only reason I gave this 3 stars is because I just read a book worse than this one.
Story has promise but instead of developing the characters and getting more in depth I feel as if the author spun a wheel to decide what each character did regardless of their age, maturity, or experience level. Without giving too much away Some of the situations that happen in this book are entirely premature ****woof woof****
So, while I wouldn't rip pages out in a rage (good or bad) I also won't read the next in the series.
Sorry.
April 8, 2016
Spared
I thoroughly enjoyed the book. At first I thought there are so many characters but the author did an excellent job bringing them together. I am looking forward to Book #2.
5 stars for entertaining and originality. My only complaint is that they keep talking about no food or water. If only 1 person per 100,000 live, the grocery stores and houses should be well stocked.
I thoroughly enjoyed the book. At first I thought there are so many characters but the author did an excellent job bringing them together. I am looking forward to Book #2.
5 stars for entertaining and originality. My only complaint is that they keep talking about no food or water. If only 1 person per 100,000 live, the grocery stores and houses should be well stocked.
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