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A World Alone
Stella Carlisle is a thousand miles from her destination, and she's willing to do whatever it takes to get there.
Whether that means manipulating fellow survivors, or killing them, nothing is going to stop her from getting what she wants.
While the infected lurk around every corner and bandits hide in every shadow, starvation and illness follow closely in their wake.
In a world of personal demons, void of connection, Stella truly is living in a world alone.
Whether that means manipulating fellow survivors, or killing them, nothing is going to stop her from getting what she wants.
While the infected lurk around every corner and bandits hide in every shadow, starvation and illness follow closely in their wake.
In a world of personal demons, void of connection, Stella truly is living in a world alone.
209 pages, ebook
Published September 17, 2016
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R.K. Weir
4 books7 followersR.K. Weir is a young Australian author from NSW with a passion for crafting gripping, character-driven stories set in vivid sci-fi dystopian worlds. Blending heart-pounding action with deep emotional resonance, Weir’s books aim to entertain, unsettle, and leave a lasting impact on readers. Whether it’s the raw intensity of survival or the quiet moments of human connection, his storytelling is designed to make you feel every twist, every loss, and every triumph. When he’s not writing, you’ll find him lost in thought about his next unpredictable plot twist—or possibly preparing for a not-so-fictional apocalypse.
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June 19, 2017
At first glance this appears to be a fairly formulaic book based in a post-apocalyptic world where most of the population have been turned to flesh eating zombies and the healthy survivors will do almost anything to get by. That said, the author does tell the story very well with action all the way, some of which is rather gory.
R K Weir knows how to build and hold the tension which he does by giving us less rather than more information. For example we are given very little background on the pandemic and virtually nothing on Stella’s past or her reasons for trying to go wherever it is that she is so keen to get to.
There is also very little description on the “infected” so we do not fully know what they can or cannot do, what drives them and how they may be vulnerable. These unknowns help perpetuate the fear.
The book is written in the first person with the events narrated by Stella or Logan, generally in alternate chapters. This helps with the tension but on more than one occasion I found myself turning back to the start of the chapter to check who was telling this part of the story because I struggled to see any recognisable difference in the writing style or language of the two characters.
A World Alone is an easy, albeit light read that deserves four stars. I look forward to the sequel.
Reviewed by Clive on www.whisperingstories.com
R K Weir knows how to build and hold the tension which he does by giving us less rather than more information. For example we are given very little background on the pandemic and virtually nothing on Stella’s past or her reasons for trying to go wherever it is that she is so keen to get to.
There is also very little description on the “infected” so we do not fully know what they can or cannot do, what drives them and how they may be vulnerable. These unknowns help perpetuate the fear.
The book is written in the first person with the events narrated by Stella or Logan, generally in alternate chapters. This helps with the tension but on more than one occasion I found myself turning back to the start of the chapter to check who was telling this part of the story because I struggled to see any recognisable difference in the writing style or language of the two characters.
A World Alone is an easy, albeit light read that deserves four stars. I look forward to the sequel.
Reviewed by Clive on www.whisperingstories.com
May 7, 2025
I am incredibly grateful to R.K. Weir for the opportunity to read and review A World Alone. Being selected to explore this captivating story has been such a treat, and I can’t wait to share my thoughts on it with all of you. A huge thank you to R.K. Weir for their generosity and for making this reading experience possible.
A World Alone is a compelling and atmospheric read that draws you in further and further, page after page. It demonstrates such vivid world-building and characters you just can't help but to get emotionally invested in.
The pacing allows the emotional weight of the narrative to truly settle in. It was just such a tense book. I was on the edge of my seat throughout.
The characters are what keep you hooked, they are just so layered. The perfect character is one that is flawed and I truly believe that R.K. Weir has captured this essence perfectly.
A World Alone is more than just a novel, it's a meditation on loneliness, hope and what it means to keep going when you have no one left but yourself.
I absolutely cannot wait to read the next instalment in this series, I need to know what happens.
A World Alone is a compelling and atmospheric read that draws you in further and further, page after page. It demonstrates such vivid world-building and characters you just can't help but to get emotionally invested in.
The pacing allows the emotional weight of the narrative to truly settle in. It was just such a tense book. I was on the edge of my seat throughout.
The characters are what keep you hooked, they are just so layered. The perfect character is one that is flawed and I truly believe that R.K. Weir has captured this essence perfectly.
A World Alone is more than just a novel, it's a meditation on loneliness, hope and what it means to keep going when you have no one left but yourself.
I absolutely cannot wait to read the next instalment in this series, I need to know what happens.
September 28, 2025
I got this book for free via BookSirens (ages ago!) and my review is my own honest opinion.
I’ve read a handful of zombie apocalypse books and this is actually one I’ve enjoyed.
I liked having both Stella and Logan as the main characters. In my own experience, when you have apocalyptic fiction like this there seems to be the trope of macho-man and incompetent-girl. I’m really glad we didn’t have that here. Logan isn’t ex-marine ‘hooah’ and Stella is capable of holding her own. However, I do feel like both characters are very similar and until you know them a bit better their chapters read very similarly.
I wish that the rest of Joey and Stella’s time at the hospital were explained but the lack of it didn’t ruin the immersion or experience for me.
Ratings:
• Characters: 3.5/5
• Plot/Pacing: 4/5
• Writing: 4/5
• Worldbuilding: 4/5
• Enjoyment: 4/5
• Overall: 3.9/5
I’ve read a handful of zombie apocalypse books and this is actually one I’ve enjoyed.
I liked having both Stella and Logan as the main characters. In my own experience, when you have apocalyptic fiction like this there seems to be the trope of macho-man and incompetent-girl. I’m really glad we didn’t have that here. Logan isn’t ex-marine ‘hooah’ and Stella is capable of holding her own. However, I do feel like both characters are very similar and until you know them a bit better their chapters read very similarly.
I wish that the rest of Joey and Stella’s time at the hospital were explained but the lack of it didn’t ruin the immersion or experience for me.
Ratings:
• Characters: 3.5/5
• Plot/Pacing: 4/5
• Writing: 4/5
• Worldbuilding: 4/5
• Enjoyment: 4/5
• Overall: 3.9/5
January 10, 2017
A World Alone is one of the most original and amazing zombie books I've ever read. The author is very descriptive, so it constantly feels as though we're looking at the book through the eyes of Stella, herself. The author knows all the right ways to twist your emotions and make you love yet hate the characters, and it'll drive you insane! Once you pick it up, you won't be able to put it down. Guaranteed.
September 18, 2016
4.5 stars; I really enjoyed it! A fast & easy read with some very unique characters (Stella, Logan & Joey to name a few). I'm definitely looking forward to the next book in the series.
April 29, 2025
A World Alone: A Zombie Novel (Dead World Trilogy Book 1)
by Mr. R.K. Weir
Release Date: March 15, 2025
Pages: 344
Star Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Dread Factor: 💀💀
Trigger Warnings: Violence, gore, addiction, child endangerment, general apocalypse mayhem
What Did I Just Walk Into?
Mr. R.K. Weir said, “You want chaos, trauma, zombies, and morally grey survivors? Say less.” And then absolutely threw me into the undead blender with zero warning. A World Alone kicks off with seventeen-year-old Stella just trying to make it north—because that’s what mysterious, emotionally guarded teens do in zombie fiction—and immediately gets swept into an unhinged scavenging trip, a reluctant road-dad named Logan, and a junkie named Joey who’s clearly on a death wish.
Everything escalates from “mildly unsafe” to “well that escalated quickly” in about five pages. We’ve got survival horror, infected breaches, found family tension, and characters so emotionally damaged I wanted to crawl into the book and hand them all a juice box and some therapy.
Here’s What Slapped:
• The vibes: It’s The Last of Us meets The Walking Dead, but with just enough heart and internal damage to keep it spicy.
• The dual POV: Mr. R.K. Weir switches between Stella and Logan in first person, giving you raw insight into both a traumatized teen and a grumpy apocalypse loner with dad vibes and baggage for days.
• The pacing: You will not breathe. You will not rest. There are no breaks here. It’s just survival, secrets, and ZOMBIES.
Okay But Let’s Talk Trash (With Love):
Alright Mr. R.K. Weir, real talk — I need chapter headers or like, a giant neon sign when POVs switch because once or twice I had to flip back and go “wait, who’s thinking this thought?” The voices blur a bit. Also: someone please tell these characters that not communicating is not a survival strategy. I know it’s the apocalypse, but y’all still have vocal cords.
Also… someone please tell Stella where the north even is.
Vibe Check:
It’s giving: relentless undead, emotional numbness, and a slow-burn surrogate family arc I didn’t ask for but got wrecked by anyway.
Perfect for Readers Who Love:
📖 “I can fix him” energy (but make it post-apocalyptic)
📖Zombie gore that’s not just guts—it’s storytelling
📖Found family with sharp edges and trauma bonding
📖Characters making terrible decisions in every chapter
Series Order:
A World Away: A Zombie Prequel Novella
A World Alone: A Zombie Novel (Dead World Trilogy Book 1)
Book 1 of 3: Dead World Trilogy
A World Together: A Zombie Novel (Dead World Trilogy Book 2)
Book 2 of 3: Dead World Trilogy
A World Apart: A Zombie Novel (Dead World Trilogy Book 3)
Book 3 of 3: Dead World Trilogy ~ Coming May 19, 2025
Reviewed by Robin’s Review
by Mr. R.K. Weir
Release Date: March 15, 2025
Pages: 344
Star Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Dread Factor: 💀💀
Trigger Warnings: Violence, gore, addiction, child endangerment, general apocalypse mayhem
What Did I Just Walk Into?
Mr. R.K. Weir said, “You want chaos, trauma, zombies, and morally grey survivors? Say less.” And then absolutely threw me into the undead blender with zero warning. A World Alone kicks off with seventeen-year-old Stella just trying to make it north—because that’s what mysterious, emotionally guarded teens do in zombie fiction—and immediately gets swept into an unhinged scavenging trip, a reluctant road-dad named Logan, and a junkie named Joey who’s clearly on a death wish.
Everything escalates from “mildly unsafe” to “well that escalated quickly” in about five pages. We’ve got survival horror, infected breaches, found family tension, and characters so emotionally damaged I wanted to crawl into the book and hand them all a juice box and some therapy.
Here’s What Slapped:
• The vibes: It’s The Last of Us meets The Walking Dead, but with just enough heart and internal damage to keep it spicy.
• The dual POV: Mr. R.K. Weir switches between Stella and Logan in first person, giving you raw insight into both a traumatized teen and a grumpy apocalypse loner with dad vibes and baggage for days.
• The pacing: You will not breathe. You will not rest. There are no breaks here. It’s just survival, secrets, and ZOMBIES.
Okay But Let’s Talk Trash (With Love):
Alright Mr. R.K. Weir, real talk — I need chapter headers or like, a giant neon sign when POVs switch because once or twice I had to flip back and go “wait, who’s thinking this thought?” The voices blur a bit. Also: someone please tell these characters that not communicating is not a survival strategy. I know it’s the apocalypse, but y’all still have vocal cords.
Also… someone please tell Stella where the north even is.
Vibe Check:
It’s giving: relentless undead, emotional numbness, and a slow-burn surrogate family arc I didn’t ask for but got wrecked by anyway.
Perfect for Readers Who Love:
📖 “I can fix him” energy (but make it post-apocalyptic)
📖Zombie gore that’s not just guts—it’s storytelling
📖Found family with sharp edges and trauma bonding
📖Characters making terrible decisions in every chapter
Series Order:
A World Away: A Zombie Prequel Novella
A World Alone: A Zombie Novel (Dead World Trilogy Book 1)
Book 1 of 3: Dead World Trilogy
A World Together: A Zombie Novel (Dead World Trilogy Book 2)
Book 2 of 3: Dead World Trilogy
A World Apart: A Zombie Novel (Dead World Trilogy Book 3)
Book 3 of 3: Dead World Trilogy ~ Coming May 19, 2025
Reviewed by Robin’s Review
June 8, 2025
Let me tell you something—A World Alone by R.K. Weir hit me like a punch straight to the soul. I cracked it open expecting a good ol’ zombie romp, maybe a little blood, maybe a badass teen with a crossbow or something. What I got was Stella—lonely, scrappy, and real in a way that made me ache.
This isn’t a “save the world” story. Stella doesn’t have grand goals or a shiny savior complex. She's not chasing a cure or trying to rebuild society. She’s just trying to survive long enough to make it to the coast, because maybe—just maybe—someone is still out there waiting. That hope? It's quiet, but it burns.
And then—bam—a yellow Jeep and a brooding stranger barrel into her life, flipping everything upside down. Now she’s tangled up with a ragtag group of survivors who are each carrying more than just scars: a man haunted by loss, a bus driver with a mouth like a buzzsaw, and a recovering addict who's a little too good at hiding things. They're messy. They're broken. But damn it, they're human. And the more they pull her in, the harder it is for Stella to keep pretending she doesn’t need them, too.
What I loved most? The emotional layers. Yes, there are teeth-snapping zombies and heart-pounding action, but R.K. Weir isn’t here just to freak you out—he’s here to make you feel. The fear. The grief. The flicker of something like love in the middle of everything burning down. This is found family born in fire and loss, and it’s beautiful and brutal all at once.
Stella doesn’t want to be anyone’s hero. She just wants to survive. But somewhere along the line, she becomes the glue, the question mark, the person who has to choose: keep running… or risk everything to hold something real in a world that’s lost almost everything.
If you’re a fan of The Last of Us or The Walking Dead and you like your apocalypse with just as much heart as horror, A World Alone is for you. It’s gritty, it’s sharp, and it doesn’t flinch. And neither did I—except, maybe, when I had to turn the last page and leave these people behind.
Final word? R.K. Weir doesn’t just write zombies. He writes humanity—raw, ragged, and worth every page.
This isn’t a “save the world” story. Stella doesn’t have grand goals or a shiny savior complex. She's not chasing a cure or trying to rebuild society. She’s just trying to survive long enough to make it to the coast, because maybe—just maybe—someone is still out there waiting. That hope? It's quiet, but it burns.
And then—bam—a yellow Jeep and a brooding stranger barrel into her life, flipping everything upside down. Now she’s tangled up with a ragtag group of survivors who are each carrying more than just scars: a man haunted by loss, a bus driver with a mouth like a buzzsaw, and a recovering addict who's a little too good at hiding things. They're messy. They're broken. But damn it, they're human. And the more they pull her in, the harder it is for Stella to keep pretending she doesn’t need them, too.
What I loved most? The emotional layers. Yes, there are teeth-snapping zombies and heart-pounding action, but R.K. Weir isn’t here just to freak you out—he’s here to make you feel. The fear. The grief. The flicker of something like love in the middle of everything burning down. This is found family born in fire and loss, and it’s beautiful and brutal all at once.
Stella doesn’t want to be anyone’s hero. She just wants to survive. But somewhere along the line, she becomes the glue, the question mark, the person who has to choose: keep running… or risk everything to hold something real in a world that’s lost almost everything.
If you’re a fan of The Last of Us or The Walking Dead and you like your apocalypse with just as much heart as horror, A World Alone is for you. It’s gritty, it’s sharp, and it doesn’t flinch. And neither did I—except, maybe, when I had to turn the last page and leave these people behind.
Final word? R.K. Weir doesn’t just write zombies. He writes humanity—raw, ragged, and worth every page.
March 26, 2025
A World Alone is the first book in R.K. Weir’s zombie novel, Dead World Trilogy. A World Alone is everything you would ever want in a zombie story and more. A World Alone has lots of zombies, something I want when I read a zombie book.
The action never stops; it just keeps on going. The descriptions are very well done, drawing me into the story even more. I have no trouble seeing or envisioning everything I am reading in my mind.
Seventeen-year-old Stella is trying to make her way north. Stella never expresses why she wants to go north. She is always on the lookout for a ride north. Lucky for her, she encounters a gruff middle-aged loner named Logan, who wants nothing to do with her.
But he can’t seem to shake Stella. Logan has a vehicle that can give her a ride; hopefully she can talk him into taking her north. Stella and Logan run into Joey, a reckless addict with a death wish.
Logan is running from his past, not to mention the monsters dead and alive hot on their trail. The zombies are not the only thing Logan, Stella, and Joey have to worry about in this dead world; no, the alive can be just as deadly, if not more so.
The suspense, zombie killing, trying to figure out where Stella is going, and what Logan is running from kept me on the edge of my seat as I raced to the end, waiting for each of their secrets to unfold. I can’t wait to dive into book two, A World Together in the Dead World Trilogy, for more zombie fighting.
I highly recommend A World Alone to all zombie fans! Grab a copy of A World Alone today!
The action never stops; it just keeps on going. The descriptions are very well done, drawing me into the story even more. I have no trouble seeing or envisioning everything I am reading in my mind.
Seventeen-year-old Stella is trying to make her way north. Stella never expresses why she wants to go north. She is always on the lookout for a ride north. Lucky for her, she encounters a gruff middle-aged loner named Logan, who wants nothing to do with her.
But he can’t seem to shake Stella. Logan has a vehicle that can give her a ride; hopefully she can talk him into taking her north. Stella and Logan run into Joey, a reckless addict with a death wish.
Logan is running from his past, not to mention the monsters dead and alive hot on their trail. The zombies are not the only thing Logan, Stella, and Joey have to worry about in this dead world; no, the alive can be just as deadly, if not more so.
The suspense, zombie killing, trying to figure out where Stella is going, and what Logan is running from kept me on the edge of my seat as I raced to the end, waiting for each of their secrets to unfold. I can’t wait to dive into book two, A World Together in the Dead World Trilogy, for more zombie fighting.
I highly recommend A World Alone to all zombie fans! Grab a copy of A World Alone today!
April 11, 2025
Seventeen year old Stella and Logan, find themselves travelling together despite the fact that Logan really doesn't want to be responsible for another human being during the apocalypse. However, the more time they spend together, the more they both lean towards a father/daughter relationship. Despite this, Logan is very reluctant to go down that route, and makes this very clear to Stella. However, Stella is streetsmart and finds ease in manipulating people to get what she wants. She has an end game, while Logan just seems to want to find somewhere safe to live.
I found this book highly frustrating at times due to a few nonsensical decisions some of the characters made. It's good that none of the characters are perfect, many have obvious flaws. But I feel in this life and death scenario, when things start going wrong because of particular individuals, people would think of their own state of survival and act more independently rather than sticking with the crowd.
That said, the book kept my attention throughout and I am intrigued to find out what happens next.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I found this book highly frustrating at times due to a few nonsensical decisions some of the characters made. It's good that none of the characters are perfect, many have obvious flaws. But I feel in this life and death scenario, when things start going wrong because of particular individuals, people would think of their own state of survival and act more independently rather than sticking with the crowd.
That said, the book kept my attention throughout and I am intrigued to find out what happens next.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
September 15, 2025
What I Did Like:
+Stella is a solid character. Her motivations were clear and you felt her struggling with them as the story progressed.
+The danger of the hordes was well established. You understood exactly what kind of situation your characters were in and what was at stake.
+The friendships are developing here and have promise of becoming something even stronger in future books. This feels like a solid set up for a second book that could really sing. The ending, particularly, teased a unique sequel.
Who Should Read This One:
-Readers who like zombie apocalypse novels that center around survivors coming together will probably like this one.
My Rating: 2 Stars
For me that lack of originality and the similar voices proved problematic.
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+Stella is a solid character. Her motivations were clear and you felt her struggling with them as the story progressed.
+The danger of the hordes was well established. You understood exactly what kind of situation your characters were in and what was at stake.
+The friendships are developing here and have promise of becoming something even stronger in future books. This feels like a solid set up for a second book that could really sing. The ending, particularly, teased a unique sequel.
Who Should Read This One:
-Readers who like zombie apocalypse novels that center around survivors coming together will probably like this one.
My Rating: 2 Stars
For me that lack of originality and the similar voices proved problematic.
For Full Review: https://alltherightreads.com/2025/09/...
May 20, 2025
This was book 1 of the Dead World Trilogy series. What I really found interesting about this book is the author made the zombies different depending on how long they had been dead. The newly dead zombies could run and were fast. The older zombies moved slower, likely due to the decay of their skin, muscles, and bones. I’m very interested in the theory of the zombies learning and the odd possibility of them reasoning.
You know paths have to converge for people to meet again. They have too! I like Logan too much for this to be the end of his story.
There were a couple of typos in this book. Not enough to pull me out of the story, but enough to be annoying.
Looking forward to book 2.
You know paths have to converge for people to meet again. They have too! I like Logan too much for this to be the end of his story.
There were a couple of typos in this book. Not enough to pull me out of the story, but enough to be annoying.
Looking forward to book 2.
May 27, 2025
I found this book through a Reddit post and figured why not.
I have read quite a few apocalyptic books and after a while things can seem repetitive. However, this book kept me on my toes and I didn’t quite know what was going to happen next. I love the complexity of the characters and their interactions. The lore of the zombies that was sprinkled throughout the book was fantastic and creative. It was refreshing as well. I kept reading sections of the book to my partner because of how excited I was. I’m excited to finish this series!
I have read quite a few apocalyptic books and after a while things can seem repetitive. However, this book kept me on my toes and I didn’t quite know what was going to happen next. I love the complexity of the characters and their interactions. The lore of the zombies that was sprinkled throughout the book was fantastic and creative. It was refreshing as well. I kept reading sections of the book to my partner because of how excited I was. I’m excited to finish this series!
June 2, 2025
This book is full of twists and new friendships. Stella is making her way up the coast when she runs into Logan who thinks Stella looks like his daughter that died due to cancer. They team up and continue their journey to meet another group of survivors trying to stay ahead of the new zombie hoard coming from L.A. I can't wait to read the next book and continue the adventure.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.
March 27, 2025
Didn’t put down, start to finish
Thoroughly enjoyed the read. The story kept a good pace, and kept me wanting to find out what happens next. Definitely purchasing the next in the series!
Thoroughly enjoyed the read. The story kept a good pace, and kept me wanting to find out what happens next. Definitely purchasing the next in the series!
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April 22, 2025I did enjoy this end of the world story. I liked the main character, so it was off to a good start, lots of chaos & madness in a world that has fallen apart. I will look for more by this writer as I did find it a very enjoyable read!
August 4, 2025
Trying to survive in a Dead World
The virus has infiltrated the West Coast of the United States. With the numbers of uninfected dwindling Stella appears to be alone. When she is rescued by an unknown person in a jeep, she is grateful and after returning the favor Stella learns that this loner is named Logan and even though he tries to ditch her at every turn, the two begrudgingly team up. After encountering Joey holed up in an abandoned home, he takes them to his group, a ragtag band of survivors who seem to be thriving in a secure compound. But when an unexpected mishap sends a large horde coming directly in their path the survivors are forced to flee their once safe haven. Armed with only a school bus one pothole away from a permanent breakdown, a one-time Nascar driver and a beleaguered but determined leader, the survivors set out in search of an area that is not overrun. After hearing rumors of safety in the colder climates, the team heads in that direction, but when disaster strikes the survivors must dig deep to recover and move on from what appears to be a critical loss.
A World Alone by RK Weir is the first in his Dead World Trilogy. Having previously been an avid reader of the ZA genre in years past I am no stranger to these types of stories. And with the number of tales out there to be had and the influence of certain pop culture television shows it is a challenge for some not to fall into the same formula that has worked for many years. Weir has managed to deliver a story that takes a familiar genre and makes it fresh. The basic framework is there, but he has peppered in additional elements that I have not seen before. The big question mark between Logan and Stella had me guessing throughout the entire story and I am sure there is more to that story as we get into the other books in trilogy and their backstories are fully fleshed out. Overall, I thought this to be a strong first book in this series. With clearly defined main characters and conflicts present that will most likely come to a head in future installments, A World Alone has successfully set the stage for the next chapter in Logan and Stella’s stories. I am looking forward to what Weir has in store for all the characters in the upcoming books.
If you are a fan of fast paced, unpredictable action set in the most impossible of situations, R.K. Weir’s Dead World Trilogy will surely entertain.
Full disclosure: I was provided a copy of this title by the author or their authorized agent, however, have voluntarily provided a review. All opinions are my own.
The virus has infiltrated the West Coast of the United States. With the numbers of uninfected dwindling Stella appears to be alone. When she is rescued by an unknown person in a jeep, she is grateful and after returning the favor Stella learns that this loner is named Logan and even though he tries to ditch her at every turn, the two begrudgingly team up. After encountering Joey holed up in an abandoned home, he takes them to his group, a ragtag band of survivors who seem to be thriving in a secure compound. But when an unexpected mishap sends a large horde coming directly in their path the survivors are forced to flee their once safe haven. Armed with only a school bus one pothole away from a permanent breakdown, a one-time Nascar driver and a beleaguered but determined leader, the survivors set out in search of an area that is not overrun. After hearing rumors of safety in the colder climates, the team heads in that direction, but when disaster strikes the survivors must dig deep to recover and move on from what appears to be a critical loss.
A World Alone by RK Weir is the first in his Dead World Trilogy. Having previously been an avid reader of the ZA genre in years past I am no stranger to these types of stories. And with the number of tales out there to be had and the influence of certain pop culture television shows it is a challenge for some not to fall into the same formula that has worked for many years. Weir has managed to deliver a story that takes a familiar genre and makes it fresh. The basic framework is there, but he has peppered in additional elements that I have not seen before. The big question mark between Logan and Stella had me guessing throughout the entire story and I am sure there is more to that story as we get into the other books in trilogy and their backstories are fully fleshed out. Overall, I thought this to be a strong first book in this series. With clearly defined main characters and conflicts present that will most likely come to a head in future installments, A World Alone has successfully set the stage for the next chapter in Logan and Stella’s stories. I am looking forward to what Weir has in store for all the characters in the upcoming books.
If you are a fan of fast paced, unpredictable action set in the most impossible of situations, R.K. Weir’s Dead World Trilogy will surely entertain.
Full disclosure: I was provided a copy of this title by the author or their authorized agent, however, have voluntarily provided a review. All opinions are my own.
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