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They Came with the Snow #1-2
They Came with the Snow Series
The first two books in this post-apocalyptic survival horror thriller series that will leave you wanting more.
The fight for survival started with a blast.
Then it started snowing in May and the grid failed.
Then they came.
Who are they? And what do they want?
When a mysterious blast goes off in a small college town, triggering a blizzard, college professor Dominic and the few remaining survivors must decide whether to stay or leave and face the monsters who came with the snow.
If you're a fan of post-apocalyptic survival thrillers, don't miss They Came with the Snow. Start reading today.
The fight for survival started with a blast.
Then it started snowing in May and the grid failed.
Then they came.
Who are they? And what do they want?
When a mysterious blast goes off in a small college town, triggering a blizzard, college professor Dominic and the few remaining survivors must decide whether to stay or leave and face the monsters who came with the snow.
If you're a fan of post-apocalyptic survival thrillers, don't miss They Came with the Snow. Start reading today.
227 pages, ebook
First published October 29, 2018
550 people are currently reading
296 people want to read
About the author
Christopher Coleman
23 books144 followersChristopher Coleman lives in Maryland with his wife and two children. He is a graduate of the University of Maryland with a degree in English Literature. A fan of classic and modern horror and thriller movies, his favorite movies are Rosemary's Baby and The Ring. When he's not writing fiction, you can find him reading, taking his kids to and from various sporting activities or watching horror movies with his wife who shares his affinity for the horror genre. His books will creep you out and leave you scared to turn off the lights and go to sleep.
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January 30, 2022
Coleman is the meh of all things. Is he good? Meh. But how are the characters? Meh. Still, the guy punch ending? Meh.
A fine author of you have nothing better to read.
A fine author of you have nothing better to read.
July 20, 2019
Continuing a Coleman binge, having gotten a bunch of his freebies recently. This one didn’t quite work for me, though. And didn’t really do much to counteract the 98 degree weather either. But really, this isn’t at all the book’s fault. The book did perfectly well what it was suppose to do, which was to continue the spooky story that started with They Came with Snow. That one was a novelette, in fact so short it was easy enough to reread before starting on book 2. And the original story isn’t just good, it’s intriguing enough to want to know more. Although in retrospect seems I preferred it as a standalone, much as it left to the readers’ imaginations. But at any rate imagine no more, because this sequel will tell you exactly why there is snow in May and why there are creepy snowwhite zombieesque creatures around in a small town and who’s responsible and what can be done. The story takes off exactly where the first one left off and is led in present tense narrative by the same protagonist, a local college professor. But….while book 1 was a creepy claustrophobic scary story, book 2 is a straight up action driven survival tale. And I just don’t think I was especially in the mood for it, although objectively Coleman did a perfectly good job of it. And so I’m not sure I’d continue with the series, although book 3 is due out in 2019. Out of Coleman’s series, I definitely prefer sea monsters over albino mutants and ancient legends over government secret experiments. But mainly, there was just too much action here for my liking. If that floats your boat, though, go for it. It’s fun either way, just different degrees of fun. And now back to melting, literally.
November 16, 2018
I read this as a two-pack, and have posted each of my reviews individually.
They Came With The Snow
I'm not quite sure what to make of this yet, so I'm setting it to "medium" and continuing on to the second book, "The Melting." Here, in "They Came With the Snow," we get an end of the world scenario with a philandering college professor and the annoying but nubile young co-ed he shacked up with. The world ends in a snowstorm, every one who was caught in the snowstorm mysteriously turns into white crab-like creatures, and the college professor immediately regrets his extramarital affair and wants the wifey back.
Yeah.
I'm off to the second book. Gotta figure these crabs out.
The Melting
The Melting is indie author Chris Coleman's follow up to the shorter and much tenser piece, They Came With The Snow. The story focuses on one man's adventure as he finds himself trapped in a mad science experiment gone wrong, where two counties are closed off from the outside world and the majority of the inhabits have been mutated into homogeneous white creatures with black eyes and sharp teeth.
They're referred to as crabs. So here we go, an albino crab, blending into the white sand:
I was entertained with this story, but I really wanted more. And I really had a dislike for our protagonist, a philandering English college professor who survives the snow, only to become the smart guy on the block who not only solves the mystery of the snow crabs, but also learns the many uses of fire. (Can you tell I really, really didn't like this flawed character?)
Since I'm on a roll, I'd like to state that I was particularly annoyed that not only did he cheat on his wife with a young co-ed, who quickly died by crab after she became annoying, he then started flirting with the next young thing that came around, a girl by the name of Danielle. Ugh.
I liked the story. But I need a new hero.
They Came With The Snow
I'm not quite sure what to make of this yet, so I'm setting it to "medium" and continuing on to the second book, "The Melting." Here, in "They Came With the Snow," we get an end of the world scenario with a philandering college professor and the annoying but nubile young co-ed he shacked up with. The world ends in a snowstorm, every one who was caught in the snowstorm mysteriously turns into white crab-like creatures, and the college professor immediately regrets his extramarital affair and wants the wifey back.
Yeah.
I'm off to the second book. Gotta figure these crabs out.
The Melting
The Melting is indie author Chris Coleman's follow up to the shorter and much tenser piece, They Came With The Snow. The story focuses on one man's adventure as he finds himself trapped in a mad science experiment gone wrong, where two counties are closed off from the outside world and the majority of the inhabits have been mutated into homogeneous white creatures with black eyes and sharp teeth.
They're referred to as crabs. So here we go, an albino crab, blending into the white sand:
I was entertained with this story, but I really wanted more. And I really had a dislike for our protagonist, a philandering English college professor who survives the snow, only to become the smart guy on the block who not only solves the mystery of the snow crabs, but also learns the many uses of fire. (Can you tell I really, really didn't like this flawed character?)
Since I'm on a roll, I'd like to state that I was particularly annoyed that not only did he cheat on his wife with a young co-ed, who quickly died by crab after she became annoying, he then started flirting with the next young thing that came around, a girl by the name of Danielle. Ugh.
I liked the story. But I need a new hero.
April 1, 2021
I had read this before, and think I reviewed it in a Pack.
April 6, 2025
Interesting scifi/Horror book in two installments. A government experiment goes horribly wrong transforming people into creatures that could be used as military weapons.
November 14, 2018
kindle unlimited, as keep saying the rating is based much more on me that the writer, as I do NOT like post apocalypic stuff, but am a fan of the writer's books in general so always try to keep up with them
The first two books in this post-apocalyptic survival horror thriller series that will leave you wanting more.
The fight for survival started with a blast.Then it started snowing in May and the grid failed. Then they came. Who are they? And what do they want?
When a mysterious blast goes off in a small college town, triggering a blizzard, college professor Dominic and the few remaining survivors must decide whether to stay or leave and face the monsters who came with the snow. If you're a fan of post-apocalyptic survival thrillers, don't miss They Came with the Snow.
They Came With The Snow (They Came With The Snow #1)
The Melting (They Came With The Snow #2)
They Came with the Snow Series: Books 1-2 (They Came with the Snow Series Boxed set) (A Post-Apocalyptic Survival Thriller)
Gretel (Gretel, #1)
Marlene's Revenge (Gretel #2)
Hansel (Gretel #3)
Gretel (Gretel Book One)
The Gretel Series: Books 1-3
Anika Rising (Gretel Book Four) {NOT part of 3 pack}
The first two books in this post-apocalyptic survival horror thriller series that will leave you wanting more.
The fight for survival started with a blast.Then it started snowing in May and the grid failed. Then they came. Who are they? And what do they want?
When a mysterious blast goes off in a small college town, triggering a blizzard, college professor Dominic and the few remaining survivors must decide whether to stay or leave and face the monsters who came with the snow. If you're a fan of post-apocalyptic survival thrillers, don't miss They Came with the Snow.
They Came With The Snow (They Came With The Snow #1)
The Melting (They Came With The Snow #2)
They Came with the Snow Series: Books 1-2 (They Came with the Snow Series Boxed set) (A Post-Apocalyptic Survival Thriller)
Gretel (Gretel, #1)
Marlene's Revenge (Gretel #2)
Hansel (Gretel #3)
Gretel (Gretel Book One)
The Gretel Series: Books 1-3
Anika Rising (Gretel Book Four) {NOT part of 3 pack}
December 20, 2018
I will admit when I read the first book that was only 44 pages long, I thought Wow that doesn't even seem like a book, but and introduction, so I was glad that I had made sure to buy the second, which was significantly longer. Very cinematic in his writing could easily have been a movie or tv show. Government subcontractors cause a major enviromental catastrophy for a small county in the US. Bringing on much death and causing people to "change". Very interesting and much action. At the end learned there will be a third installment released in 2019. So read these first, if you like thrilling SCI FI.
November 16, 2018
A new twist to apocalyptic terror!
I debated on giving this story 4 or 5 stars, and finally decided on 5 stars. Multiple errors should have been corrected prior to publishing including using the wrong characters names several times. But, I really liked the twists and turns in the storyline as the author stepped outside the box of EMP's and zombies. I read for fun, and this was fun. I am looking forward to book #3, but it will not be available until 2019, and I hate waiting. I certainly do intend to read it as soon as it is available.
I debated on giving this story 4 or 5 stars, and finally decided on 5 stars. Multiple errors should have been corrected prior to publishing including using the wrong characters names several times. But, I really liked the twists and turns in the storyline as the author stepped outside the box of EMP's and zombies. I read for fun, and this was fun. I am looking forward to book #3, but it will not be available until 2019, and I hate waiting. I certainly do intend to read it as soon as it is available.
December 11, 2019
Good read
I don't believe I have read anything like this before. The idea behind the story, a secret organization committed to creating a creature vicious but yet trainable , sacrificing humanity in the process.
I liked the main character, Dominic quite a bit, although he did seem to be quite lucky at the most opportune moments. The action was fairly steady, the gore factor light and the supporting cast is most likable.
All in all, I definitely recommend taking the time to read this one! Now on to book 3.
I don't believe I have read anything like this before. The idea behind the story, a secret organization committed to creating a creature vicious but yet trainable , sacrificing humanity in the process.
I liked the main character, Dominic quite a bit, although he did seem to be quite lucky at the most opportune moments. The action was fairly steady, the gore factor light and the supporting cast is most likable.
All in all, I definitely recommend taking the time to read this one! Now on to book 3.
August 25, 2019
Great story in need of an editor
I very much enjoyed this new take on [censored so as not to spoil the plot] and would have given it 5 stars if not for glaring editing errors. Paragraphs repeated, character names swapped out, and several grammar mistakes. There are also a couple of minor continuity errors, but these are easy to ignore and don’t detract from the story. In spite of all of this, I still gave it four stars, so you may draw your own conclusions!
I very much enjoyed this new take on [censored so as not to spoil the plot] and would have given it 5 stars if not for glaring editing errors. Paragraphs repeated, character names swapped out, and several grammar mistakes. There are also a couple of minor continuity errors, but these are easy to ignore and don’t detract from the story. In spite of all of this, I still gave it four stars, so you may draw your own conclusions!
February 22, 2020
Very good
This is a really good read. I enjoyed the characters, the plot hums along at a decent pace and I really want to continue reading this series. I have only a couple caveats - I might be wrong but I don’t think that the word “veracity” means quite what the author thinks it does. And there are some very minor errors in formatting - like question marks where periods ought to be. But don’t let those tiny things distract from how good this is.
This is a really good read. I enjoyed the characters, the plot hums along at a decent pace and I really want to continue reading this series. I have only a couple caveats - I might be wrong but I don’t think that the word “veracity” means quite what the author thinks it does. And there are some very minor errors in formatting - like question marks where periods ought to be. But don’t let those tiny things distract from how good this is.
March 17, 2019
Loved this book
I really enjoyed the way this author tells the story. This book kept me wanting to read just one more chapter before going to sleep . The characters were well thought out and each of them had their place in the scheme of the story. I recommend this book and look forward to reading the next one.
I really enjoyed the way this author tells the story. This book kept me wanting to read just one more chapter before going to sleep . The characters were well thought out and each of them had their place in the scheme of the story. I recommend this book and look forward to reading the next one.
April 25, 2019
A Good Post-Apocalyptic Tale
First off, the first book is just a short intro so you need to read book 1 and 2 as one book. This a different twist on the genre and it is well-written. It definitely should have been expanded into a longer novel. The author resists the urge into the kind of warfare so many of these books descend into and writes a good ending.
First off, the first book is just a short intro so you need to read book 1 and 2 as one book. This a different twist on the genre and it is well-written. It definitely should have been expanded into a longer novel. The author resists the urge into the kind of warfare so many of these books descend into and writes a good ending.
January 15, 2020
Good premise
A few things let down the story. Some readers will ditch the book because of the intense waffle of irrelevant information.
The swapping of a name and extra letters and missing words are more nuisances.
Annoying technology information tjat is incorrect also is a problem. Tanks don't have mortars. Boom boom.
A few things let down the story. Some readers will ditch the book because of the intense waffle of irrelevant information.
The swapping of a name and extra letters and missing words are more nuisances.
Annoying technology information tjat is incorrect also is a problem. Tanks don't have mortars. Boom boom.
February 2, 2020
Very Entertaining
So entertaining. I really enjoyed reading this. It felt like a mash up of a few different ideas, with a b-movie plot and great pacing. I almost missed my stop on public transport I was so engrossed in the story. Worth reading, feels similar to typical zombie genre mixed with The Mist.
So entertaining. I really enjoyed reading this. It felt like a mash up of a few different ideas, with a b-movie plot and great pacing. I almost missed my stop on public transport I was so engrossed in the story. Worth reading, feels similar to typical zombie genre mixed with The Mist.
November 9, 2018
Strange Storm
First there is a loud Book and light, then comes the snow storm that lasts for days in the middle of summer and then comes the creatures crawling though the snow! What is happening here and is it everywhere? Fascinating SiFi!
First there is a loud Book and light, then comes the snow storm that lasts for days in the middle of summer and then comes the creatures crawling though the snow! What is happening here and is it everywhere? Fascinating SiFi!
November 13, 2018
Excellent books!
After a strange explosion, it begins to snow and with the snow, dangerous beings emerge and a few survivors are fighting for their lives . Very intriguing books and I really enjoyed them.
After a strange explosion, it begins to snow and with the snow, dangerous beings emerge and a few survivors are fighting for their lives . Very intriguing books and I really enjoyed them.
November 20, 2018
A new weapon
This book is excellent if you like dystopian stories, it has a bit of everything a hero, the bad guy and the weapon of choice. The book gives an insight into what happens 2with biological weapons and a warning against creating them.
This book is excellent if you like dystopian stories, it has a bit of everything a hero, the bad guy and the weapon of choice. The book gives an insight into what happens 2with biological weapons and a warning against creating them.
September 6, 2019
The Crabs
How far would you to make your name to down in history. Well read book two of they Came with the snow. The character s of this series will have you cheering for the survival of the good and the destruction of the bad.
How far would you to make your name to down in history. Well read book two of they Came with the snow. The character s of this series will have you cheering for the survival of the good and the destruction of the bad.
January 16, 2020
Definitely a great read
So good, I was finished before I realized it. In this day and age the military doing something like mass experiments is a likely possibility. God help us if they are.
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So good, I was finished before I realized it. In this day and age the military doing something like mass experiments is a likely possibility. God help us if they are.
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January 16, 2020
It's ok
Somewhat disjointed science fiction tale. I found it difficult to follow the action with so many episodes of sole searching by the protagonist. Could not get a clear picture of the crabs or ghosts in my mind. Overall a fair fantasy read.
Somewhat disjointed science fiction tale. I found it difficult to follow the action with so many episodes of sole searching by the protagonist. Could not get a clear picture of the crabs or ghosts in my mind. Overall a fair fantasy read.
February 3, 2020
First surprising twist in a while.
I was pleasantly surprised by how good this book was, and though it followed a lot of the zombie tropes it managed to make them feel new. I was disappointed by the abbreviated ending, but it certainly spurs my desire to read follow up series.
I was pleasantly surprised by how good this book was, and though it followed a lot of the zombie tropes it managed to make them feel new. I was disappointed by the abbreviated ending, but it certainly spurs my desire to read follow up series.
February 16, 2020
Not perfect
But it kept my interest. Dialogue needs work. I will probably read the sequel if not overpriced because the premise is interesting and I would like to know who the bad guys actually are.
But it kept my interest. Dialogue needs work. I will probably read the sequel if not overpriced because the premise is interesting and I would like to know who the bad guys actually are.
November 11, 2018
Fabulous read
Disturbing and creepy and very well written. This kept me enthralled throughout. I thoroughly enjoyed it. I couldn't put it down.
Disturbing and creepy and very well written. This kept me enthralled throughout. I thoroughly enjoyed it. I couldn't put it down.
November 19, 2018
Enjoyable
Great book to read and very hard to put down. Was surprised by Stella and enjoyed how everyone interacted with each other
Great book to read and very hard to put down. Was surprised by Stella and enjoyed how everyone interacted with each other
November 21, 2018
They came
It was a great book. After families began to turn the story really took off .once you start, the books and stories take ofklinny
It was a great book. After families began to turn the story really took off .once you start, the books and stories take ofklinny
December 18, 2018
Great
Loved the book would have liked a little more description of the crabs. Were they humans? That wasn’t clear. Thanks
Loved the book would have liked a little more description of the crabs. Were they humans? That wasn’t clear. Thanks
December 19, 2018
What can I say, but totally unbelievable. Post apocalyptic story that has you gripped , two books in one place to keep you reading.
December 19, 2018
Good story! Different. Lots of excitement and action. Will be reading more of this author's work.
July 29, 2019
Really good
. Man oh man I cannot wait for book 3. It could have ended here. But I definitely can see why is there a will be a book 3
. Man oh man I cannot wait for book 3. It could have ended here. But I definitely can see why is there a will be a book 3
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