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Zombie Girl #1
Premonition
The first book in a trilogy.
Maddie’s parents flip when they find out she’s failing science. That’s her worst problem until she wakes up and finds they’re zombies. Now she must escape them and her house. With nowhere else to go, and the keys to her parents’ sailboat, she makes her getaway. Finding Bryce was a fortunate circumstance and the two take on zombies and set sail for parts unknown.
This story was originally published as a short story in the Once Upon a Zombietale Anthology. A few changes have been made and chapters added.
Maddie’s parents flip when they find out she’s failing science. That’s her worst problem until she wakes up and finds they’re zombies. Now she must escape them and her house. With nowhere else to go, and the keys to her parents’ sailboat, she makes her getaway. Finding Bryce was a fortunate circumstance and the two take on zombies and set sail for parts unknown.
This story was originally published as a short story in the Once Upon a Zombietale Anthology. A few changes have been made and chapters added.
51 pages, Kindle Edition
First published January 1, 2016
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About the author
Elle Klass
48 books165 followersElle Klass is an award winning author. She currently lives in Florida with her family. To date she has written and published over sixteen books, in varying genre's including mystery, suspense, psychological thrillers, fantasy, sci-fi and contemporary fiction. When she's not writing she's spending time with family or friends, traveling, relaxing at home watching ghost and horror movies or listening to an audio book.
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August 3, 2017
This was such a cute story!! Maddie was hilarious and I loved how the story still had a light feel even though she is literally mowing down zombies in her parent's car!! She meets a boy while trying to survive this Zombie Apocalypse and although it a bit cheesy lust at first sight their adventure together and their chemistry (that was supposed to be funny because Maddie hates science. . . LOL I am bad at jokes) is very noticeable!
At just 52 pages I ate this book up in just under 45 minutes! As a character Maddie at times could feel a tad immature some of her actions, sayings, and mannerisms didn't really match up with a modern day teenage but by 50% in she seemed to grow up a lot because of her situation. Halfway through the book there is a huge change in the plot and I was really shocked and it completely had me hooked! I cannot wait to continue on with this series!
At just 52 pages I ate this book up in just under 45 minutes! As a character Maddie at times could feel a tad immature some of her actions, sayings, and mannerisms didn't really match up with a modern day teenage but by 50% in she seemed to grow up a lot because of her situation. Halfway through the book there is a huge change in the plot and I was really shocked and it completely had me hooked! I cannot wait to continue on with this series!
May 4, 2025
Read 2/3 then I had enough .. dnf
14yo girl, Maddie .. some guy, Bryce .. they meet .. kill zombies ..
No backstory at all 😑 I mean, come on .. what happened, who are these people (well besides obviously being expertly trained zombie killers 🙄) .. exactly why am I supposed to care about these ppl, guess what, I don't .. ridiculous and pointless
14yo girl, Maddie .. some guy, Bryce .. they meet .. kill zombies ..
No backstory at all 😑 I mean, come on .. what happened, who are these people (well besides obviously being expertly trained zombie killers 🙄) .. exactly why am I supposed to care about these ppl, guess what, I don't .. ridiculous and pointless
July 13, 2020
Good short story
June 7, 2017
Great start to an exciting series. I can't wait to read the rest!
May 17, 2017
I’m not a big zombie fan in that I’ve never been drawn to shows like “The Walking Dead” and so forth. I’m prone to look upon zombies and vampires as analogies. To me, zombies represent those around us who simply go from day to day in a daze, missing what’s really going on around them, lacking joy and enthusiasm, and trashing those around them who have a life. Vampires are even more obvious, being the bloodsuckers that expect others to take care of them emotionally or financially. Since I’m not amused or entertained by such individuals, I’m likewise not usually attracted to such stories.
However, as a writer myself I enjoy a well-crafted story, regardless of genre. I especially enjoy award winning author, Elle Klass’, tales because they’re populated with well-developed, intelligent, gutsy, and engaging characters while her plots are original and full of surprises. Thus, for her books I’ll always make an exception. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed her “Bloodseeker” stories and now Zombie Girl because they’re well-written with lots of action involving memorable, believable characters as well as surprising and often intricate plot twists. A dose of Elle’s creative genius is the ultimate prescription to escape the figurative zombies and vampires in your own life.
I recently finished “Premonition” where the heroine, Maddie, is in trouble with her parents because she’s flunking science. Pressured to improve her grade, she reluctantly agrees to study more diligently. That night she experiences a vivid dream in which her parents have turned into zombies, so she flees her home. She meets a boy named Bryce, the two of them battling zombies, trying to survive. When she wakes up to a normal Saturday morning, she realizes it was only a dream, yet remains troubled. Not only was the dream itself far too real, a physical object Bryce gave her in the dream is still in her possession.
Huh? How could it be?
This physical evidence tells her for certain it was more than a dream–it was a warning. Nonetheless, months pass, and everything seems normal. Until another vestige from the dream becomes reality. And that's all I can say to avoid spoilers.
Elle knows how to build nail-biting suspense and “Premonition” is no exception. The story is relatively short, but sets the stage for what you know is going to be an exciting adventure with a generous sprinkling of dark humor. Fortunately, the sequel, “Infection,” is coming soon.
However, as a writer myself I enjoy a well-crafted story, regardless of genre. I especially enjoy award winning author, Elle Klass’, tales because they’re populated with well-developed, intelligent, gutsy, and engaging characters while her plots are original and full of surprises. Thus, for her books I’ll always make an exception. I’ve thoroughly enjoyed her “Bloodseeker” stories and now Zombie Girl because they’re well-written with lots of action involving memorable, believable characters as well as surprising and often intricate plot twists. A dose of Elle’s creative genius is the ultimate prescription to escape the figurative zombies and vampires in your own life.
I recently finished “Premonition” where the heroine, Maddie, is in trouble with her parents because she’s flunking science. Pressured to improve her grade, she reluctantly agrees to study more diligently. That night she experiences a vivid dream in which her parents have turned into zombies, so she flees her home. She meets a boy named Bryce, the two of them battling zombies, trying to survive. When she wakes up to a normal Saturday morning, she realizes it was only a dream, yet remains troubled. Not only was the dream itself far too real, a physical object Bryce gave her in the dream is still in her possession.
Huh? How could it be?
This physical evidence tells her for certain it was more than a dream–it was a warning. Nonetheless, months pass, and everything seems normal. Until another vestige from the dream becomes reality. And that's all I can say to avoid spoilers.
Elle knows how to build nail-biting suspense and “Premonition” is no exception. The story is relatively short, but sets the stage for what you know is going to be an exciting adventure with a generous sprinkling of dark humor. Fortunately, the sequel, “Infection,” is coming soon.
August 30, 2017
If the words "zombie" and "delightful" can be used in the same description, this is it! Maddie's adventures after waking to find her entire family transformed into zombies, are unforgettable and immediately make you long for the next book in the trilogy! And there's a boy! Of course there's a boy. This book kept me interested and entertained.
July 1, 2017
Some Authors are just awesome!
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I was on the edge of my seat, in awe of Maddie and her ability to adjust to the insanity. This book has so many cool twists and turns. I don't want to give you any spoilers but I promise you it'll be worth it!
I thoroughly enjoyed this book. I was on the edge of my seat, in awe of Maddie and her ability to adjust to the insanity. This book has so many cool twists and turns. I don't want to give you any spoilers but I promise you it'll be worth it!
July 10, 2019
I did enjoy this short zombie end of the world story, really looking forward to the next book in the series! Good ideas, liked the characters & it finished too soon!
June 15, 2020
Scary read!
Very scary and I don't think I will get much sleep tonight after reading this. Looking forward to what happens next.
Very scary and I don't think I will get much sleep tonight after reading this. Looking forward to what happens next.
May 16, 2017
I never envisioned writing a zombie story, yet here it is. Zombie Girl, A.K.A. Maddie Smyth is a firecracker of a girl and zombies are no match for her. Well maybe a little challenge. I hope you enjoy reading as much as I enjoyed writing it and have just as many laughs.
July 28, 2021
It was an easy read, but I just wish there had been some character development.
December 5, 2021
This was a great introduction to the series. This was better than I was expecting from such a short book.
April 21, 2022
It feels too rushed. I didn't get the chance to fall in love with the characters or the storyline itself. The romance was also forced. There was no relationship between Maddie and Bryce, no friendship whatsoever, then BAM! The zombie apocalypse comes and they're kissing and gifting necklaces.🙄
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