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Alter
Stranded in the Amazon rainforest, a lost man fights for survival and discovers that the root of evil doesn't just reside in the world's darkest corners, but inside the hearts of all mankind.
Dr. Gregory Zekser is on a mission to visit the furthest reaches of the Amazon, providing medical aid to recently contacted tribes. As a general practitioner and food pantry director, his life in Massachusetts can be chaotic, but serving people is what he does best, and he doesn't mind sacrificing his personal life to help others, at home or half way around the world.
But any hope of returning home to his wife, daughter, and comfortable life are eradicated when the small plane carrying him back to civilization plummets into the unknown depths of the jungle. Swallowed by endless green, with both pilots dead, Greg struggles to stay alive in a world that wants to infect his body, suck him dry, and eat him whole. Ravaged by illness and dehydration, and stalked by a ruthless predator, Greg's life teeters on the edge of oblivion until a scream lets him know that he is not alone.
His first encounter with an uncontacted tribe ends in death--the first of many. Driven to the brink of madness, and then beyond, Greg finds himself caught up in a feud that existed before his arrival, but will only end with his death--or his enemies'.
International bestselling author Jeremy Robinson, the master of taking creative and original concepts and fusing them with realistic and emotive characters, explores the depths to which a man can descend, and what it takes to climb back out.
Dr. Gregory Zekser is on a mission to visit the furthest reaches of the Amazon, providing medical aid to recently contacted tribes. As a general practitioner and food pantry director, his life in Massachusetts can be chaotic, but serving people is what he does best, and he doesn't mind sacrificing his personal life to help others, at home or half way around the world.
But any hope of returning home to his wife, daughter, and comfortable life are eradicated when the small plane carrying him back to civilization plummets into the unknown depths of the jungle. Swallowed by endless green, with both pilots dead, Greg struggles to stay alive in a world that wants to infect his body, suck him dry, and eat him whole. Ravaged by illness and dehydration, and stalked by a ruthless predator, Greg's life teeters on the edge of oblivion until a scream lets him know that he is not alone.
His first encounter with an uncontacted tribe ends in death--the first of many. Driven to the brink of madness, and then beyond, Greg finds himself caught up in a feud that existed before his arrival, but will only end with his death--or his enemies'.
International bestselling author Jeremy Robinson, the master of taking creative and original concepts and fusing them with realistic and emotive characters, explores the depths to which a man can descend, and what it takes to climb back out.
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First published December 1, 2018
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Jeremy Robinson
163 books2,596 followersJeremy Robinson is the New York Times bestselling author of seventy novels and novellas, including Apocalypse Machine, Island 731, and SecondWorld, as well as the Jack Sigler thriller series and Project Nemesis, the highest selling, original (non-licensed) kaiju novel of all time. He’s known for mixing elements of science, history and mythology, which has earned him the #1 spot in Science Fiction and Action-Adventure, and secured him as the top creature feature author. Many of his novels have been adapted into comic books, optioned for film and TV, and translated into thirteen languages. He lives in New Hampshire with his wife and three children. Visit him at www.bewareofmonsters.com.
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March 3, 2025
This was nothing like I imagined it to be. Very visceral, primitive, and deep. Going on this journey with Greg Zesker was one helluva ride. From a missionary to a living legend, of sorts, the author explored this character, not leaving any details behind. Now based on the description, this book sounded like it would have been more of a fast-paced adventure, and in many ways it was, but there were also a good deal of slower parts of the story. While I want to say that it dragged a bit at times, I understand that this was done to let the evolution of our main character unfold before our eyes, not rushing the process. And also, with the amount of different aspects of the story, between the legend of the Mapinguari, the various tribes and society hierarchies, spiritual aspects/visions, the author did his best to not overwhelm the reader with nonstop action with a ton of information dumps simultaneously. The only thing that I thought fell a little flat was the death of a certain characters (Not spoiling!) towards the latter part of the book. This was a huge, life-altering event and while, Robinson did acknowledge and explore it, I just felt that it could have been given more time and depth. But otherwise, this was a really interesting and unexpectedly good read that definitely makes me agree with a previous reviewer's comparison of Jeremy Robinson to Michael Crichton.
May 11, 2019
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This was a really nice change of pace. I decided to listen to this book largely because it sounded really exciting. I am not going to lie though, the fact that Luke Daniels did the narration was a huge part of the decision. It was a good choice. This book was a little different than the books that I normally read and I had a lot of fun with it. I am really glad that I took a chance on this one.
Dr. Gregory Zekser is the only survivor when the plan he is on crashes in the rainforest. He quickly learns that he is not prepared to survive on his own in that environment. His supplies are very limited and he is not ready to deal with some of the dangers in the rainforest. There were a few points in the story where things looked really bad for Dr. Zekser and I wasn't sure if he would make it out of this ordeal.
I liked Greg's character. He is put in a really desperate situation and somehow finds his strength. He is put in terrible situations many times over the course of the story and each time we get to see his internal struggle as he makes difficult choices. It was interesting to see how much his character changed over the course of the story.
This was a rather exciting story with a lot of action. It was probably a bit far fetched at times but it was entertaining so I had no problem with that. I am still not sure that I liked the direction the story took towards the end but I understood why the author made that choice. I liked the fact that this was really a story where anything could happen.
Luke Daniels did an amazing job with the narration. He is easily one of my favorite narrators and this book is a perfect example of the quality of his work. He handled a variety of voices very well and added a lot of excitement to the story. I believe that I enjoyed this one more because I made the decision to go with the audiobook.
I would recommend this book to others. This was an exciting story about a man who is put in a difficult situation and is forced to learn exactly what he is capable of. I wouldn't hesitate to read more of Jeremy Robinson's work.
I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review.
Initial Thoughts
This is probably a 3.5 star read for me but I am rounding up for now. I liked this story but I do have to say that I am not a big fan of how things worked out. I did like seeing an average guy trying to survive in the rain forest. It was really interesting to see how much he was changing. The book did get weird for me at a point but it did better by the end. Luke Daniels did a fantastic job with the narration and his performance probably increased my overall enjoyment of the story.
This was a really nice change of pace. I decided to listen to this book largely because it sounded really exciting. I am not going to lie though, the fact that Luke Daniels did the narration was a huge part of the decision. It was a good choice. This book was a little different than the books that I normally read and I had a lot of fun with it. I am really glad that I took a chance on this one.
Dr. Gregory Zekser is the only survivor when the plan he is on crashes in the rainforest. He quickly learns that he is not prepared to survive on his own in that environment. His supplies are very limited and he is not ready to deal with some of the dangers in the rainforest. There were a few points in the story where things looked really bad for Dr. Zekser and I wasn't sure if he would make it out of this ordeal.
I liked Greg's character. He is put in a really desperate situation and somehow finds his strength. He is put in terrible situations many times over the course of the story and each time we get to see his internal struggle as he makes difficult choices. It was interesting to see how much his character changed over the course of the story.
This was a rather exciting story with a lot of action. It was probably a bit far fetched at times but it was entertaining so I had no problem with that. I am still not sure that I liked the direction the story took towards the end but I understood why the author made that choice. I liked the fact that this was really a story where anything could happen.
Luke Daniels did an amazing job with the narration. He is easily one of my favorite narrators and this book is a perfect example of the quality of his work. He handled a variety of voices very well and added a lot of excitement to the story. I believe that I enjoyed this one more because I made the decision to go with the audiobook.
I would recommend this book to others. This was an exciting story about a man who is put in a difficult situation and is forced to learn exactly what he is capable of. I wouldn't hesitate to read more of Jeremy Robinson's work.
I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review.
Initial Thoughts
This is probably a 3.5 star read for me but I am rounding up for now. I liked this story but I do have to say that I am not a big fan of how things worked out. I did like seeing an average guy trying to survive in the rain forest. It was really interesting to see how much he was changing. The book did get weird for me at a point but it did better by the end. Luke Daniels did a fantastic job with the narration and his performance probably increased my overall enjoyment of the story.
May 15, 2020
Merging Amazonian folklore with a dab of fantasy, Jeremy Robinson has created an engaging story whose characters may not be completely relatable, yet compelling just the same. I found similarities to Tarzan hard to avoid, though the South American indigenous folklore is unique. Well researched, nicely paced and filled with surprises, the title is appropriate since the protagonist does indeed 'Alter'. Towards the end of the story, it shifts POV without notice which caused confusion. Regardless, its a thrilling story that's well crafted and one worth adding to your list.
December 5, 2018
It took almost 2 years and about 6 average novels but I can finally, finally, say that Jeremy Robinson, perhaps one of my all time favorite authors, has come roaring back to greatness.
I’ll be honest and admit that for a while there, I had my lingering doubts. Too many novels were just too weak, running the gamut from trying too hard (Space Force), not trying hard enough (The Others) or just simply being forgettable and falling through the cracks (Forbidden Island and The Divide). I pondered the decision of just letting the new Robinson fade away and just remembering the good old days of his Kaiju novels or the first 3 Chess Team stories...and I very newly did just that. In fact, having been so unimpressed and disappointed with Robinson’s most current works, I almost didn’t even bother with Alter.
And damn, am I glad I decided to give him one more shot. Basically, Alter is easily Robinson’s best novel in 2 years and definitely his best since Infinite. Everything that made Robinson so great in the past is on display here. The requisite action, the fast paced writing. The ability to grab the reader and make it nearly impossible to put the book down. But there’s so much more in Alter. The plot is simple and is, at base level, a survival story, though that’s almost what makes this one that much better. There’s no interconnected threads or depth. Just a guy, out of his element, struggling to survive in the worlds harshest environment. But it’s the realness, the way that Robinson writes the main character of Greg and describes his decent, his “alteration” that is just so perfect and so realistic that really propels this book into greatness. There’s heart and soul here, human suffering and desires. I actually got the feels at the end of this book and I’m not ashamed to admit it.
All joking aside, I really can’t praise Alter enough. And I’m really, really hoping this is Robinson’s glorious and triumphant return.
I’ll be honest and admit that for a while there, I had my lingering doubts. Too many novels were just too weak, running the gamut from trying too hard (Space Force), not trying hard enough (The Others) or just simply being forgettable and falling through the cracks (Forbidden Island and The Divide). I pondered the decision of just letting the new Robinson fade away and just remembering the good old days of his Kaiju novels or the first 3 Chess Team stories...and I very newly did just that. In fact, having been so unimpressed and disappointed with Robinson’s most current works, I almost didn’t even bother with Alter.
And damn, am I glad I decided to give him one more shot. Basically, Alter is easily Robinson’s best novel in 2 years and definitely his best since Infinite. Everything that made Robinson so great in the past is on display here. The requisite action, the fast paced writing. The ability to grab the reader and make it nearly impossible to put the book down. But there’s so much more in Alter. The plot is simple and is, at base level, a survival story, though that’s almost what makes this one that much better. There’s no interconnected threads or depth. Just a guy, out of his element, struggling to survive in the worlds harshest environment. But it’s the realness, the way that Robinson writes the main character of Greg and describes his decent, his “alteration” that is just so perfect and so realistic that really propels this book into greatness. There’s heart and soul here, human suffering and desires. I actually got the feels at the end of this book and I’m not ashamed to admit it.
All joking aside, I really can’t praise Alter enough. And I’m really, really hoping this is Robinson’s glorious and triumphant return.
July 21, 2019
*3.5 stars*
June 2, 2019
A man stranded in the Amazon rainforest. Sounds like a pretty straightforward read, predictable, right?
WRONG.
I did not predict ninety percent of the events in this book, and I usually always can tell what’s coming. There are moments in this book that had me in tears, and I’m sure that a lot of other people will feel the same way.
The emotions the MC goes through in this book are all so vividly described that’s it’s easy to feel everything that he feels, especially the despair and hopelessness. When his humanity starts to go, it becomes all the easier to sympathize with him.
Narration was wonderfully done and perfect for this audiobook.
This book was given to me for free at my request and I provided this voluntary review.
WRONG.
I did not predict ninety percent of the events in this book, and I usually always can tell what’s coming. There are moments in this book that had me in tears, and I’m sure that a lot of other people will feel the same way.
The emotions the MC goes through in this book are all so vividly described that’s it’s easy to feel everything that he feels, especially the despair and hopelessness. When his humanity starts to go, it becomes all the easier to sympathize with him.
Narration was wonderfully done and perfect for this audiobook.
This book was given to me for free at my request and I provided this voluntary review.
December 9, 2018
A story about what happens to an everyday, normal guy who is accidentally thrust into an unforgiving environment and the changes he undergoes as he tries to adapt. It is visceral and sometimes depressing, but it is a story of survival.
Very different from the author's other books, but I am sure it had a lot to do with the medical issues he has been going through lately. Maybe Jeremy saw a little of himself in the main character. Whatever the case, you can tell he put a lot of his soul into it.
An enjoyable read and recommended. 5 stars.
Very different from the author's other books, but I am sure it had a lot to do with the medical issues he has been going through lately. Maybe Jeremy saw a little of himself in the main character. Whatever the case, you can tell he put a lot of his soul into it.
An enjoyable read and recommended. 5 stars.
August 11, 2023
Good. Different from my usual Jeremy Robinson but good. Full review coming.
July 23, 2019
I listened to this book rather than reading it. The narration was excellent. I liked the book a lot, at first, but the plot stretched my ability to suspend disbelief to the breaking point.
May 7, 2019
The last book I finished by this author was Space Force, (which is hilarious btw) so upon finishing this I was astounded by the authors talent. This book gripped me right from the start and I was a wreck when I finished it!!
This is the story of Dr. Gregory Zesker. He decides to go to the Amazon in the hopes of providing medical aid to recently contacted tribes. His wife and daughter support the endeavor but any hopes of returning to them disappear when his plane crash lands somewhere deep in the Jungle. How can one ordinary man survive?
On starting this, I was immediately drawn into the story. Greg was a great character and seeing him change was equal parts sad as it was awesome. He has such firm beliefs about life, but when push comes to shove, he did what was necessary. The authors descriptive writing made it extremely easy to picture Greg during the times he was hungry, thirsty, sick. I could picture the Jungle, the animals and could almost understand what Greg was going through. I felt for him so much at different stages, that I was an emotional wreck at the end!
There is a lot I want to say, but it's better to go into this not knowing anything, because it will surprise you. I will say that this was an amazing story. Gregs' journey wasn't easy but I enjoyed every minute of it. The setting was stunning, the tribes were believable, the animals were terrifying yet majestic and the overall story was breathtaking.
In all, a brilliant story with some amazing characters. I cried buckets for most of the chapters near the end!! I'm looking forward to more from this author.
Luke Daniels was amazing. It felt like more people were reading this than just him. His array of voices were astonishing and he gave a brilliant performance.
I was given this audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review. This in no way affected nor influenced my thoughts.
This is the story of Dr. Gregory Zesker. He decides to go to the Amazon in the hopes of providing medical aid to recently contacted tribes. His wife and daughter support the endeavor but any hopes of returning to them disappear when his plane crash lands somewhere deep in the Jungle. How can one ordinary man survive?
On starting this, I was immediately drawn into the story. Greg was a great character and seeing him change was equal parts sad as it was awesome. He has such firm beliefs about life, but when push comes to shove, he did what was necessary. The authors descriptive writing made it extremely easy to picture Greg during the times he was hungry, thirsty, sick. I could picture the Jungle, the animals and could almost understand what Greg was going through. I felt for him so much at different stages, that I was an emotional wreck at the end!
There is a lot I want to say, but it's better to go into this not knowing anything, because it will surprise you. I will say that this was an amazing story. Gregs' journey wasn't easy but I enjoyed every minute of it. The setting was stunning, the tribes were believable, the animals were terrifying yet majestic and the overall story was breathtaking.
In all, a brilliant story with some amazing characters. I cried buckets for most of the chapters near the end!! I'm looking forward to more from this author.
Luke Daniels was amazing. It felt like more people were reading this than just him. His array of voices were astonishing and he gave a brilliant performance.
I was given this audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review. This in no way affected nor influenced my thoughts.
May 17, 2019
I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review
Wow. I am not even sure where to start. This book started with an absolutely terrifying bang and just kept rolling one after another. I don't think any thing else I've ever read or listened to had me go through as many emotions for and with the main character as this book did. I was terrified, I was heartbroken, I was enraged, disgusted, distraught, you name it, I felt it. I finished with tears in my eyes.
The story of survival, adaption, and man at his most primal state. Torn from the modern world into a world where only the strong survive.
I enjoyed this book completely. The story was very unique and well written. The narrator did a wonderful job. Truly emotionally in the reading. I could feel the emotions being portrayed very well.
This book delivers. Five out of five stars for me!
Wow. I am not even sure where to start. This book started with an absolutely terrifying bang and just kept rolling one after another. I don't think any thing else I've ever read or listened to had me go through as many emotions for and with the main character as this book did. I was terrified, I was heartbroken, I was enraged, disgusted, distraught, you name it, I felt it. I finished with tears in my eyes.
The story of survival, adaption, and man at his most primal state. Torn from the modern world into a world where only the strong survive.
I enjoyed this book completely. The story was very unique and well written. The narrator did a wonderful job. Truly emotionally in the reading. I could feel the emotions being portrayed very well.
This book delivers. Five out of five stars for me!
January 4, 2019
I picked up this read in an effort to step outside my usual genre choices. In doing so, I was once again reminded why I avoid novels that include elements that require a profound suspension of disbelief. If I don’t buy in, I tend to react with cynicism and sarcasm. With that said, it would be unfair to judge the work based on preference alone, and so I will try to pen this review based on the merits of the writing—and this author can definitely write, fueled by a rich imagination.
The story is one of a doctor, Greg Zekser, headed to the Amazon to offer medical aid. When the plane in which he is traveling crashes deep in the Amazon rainforest, the doctor is the only survivor. The rest of the book details his fight to survive, his communing with nature, and his descent into what is described as a dissociative state. As he reaches the height of hubris through his encounters with indigenous tribes, he also experiences a profound loss of his humanity. To return to the civilized man he once was will take courage, humility and patience.
On the surface, this plot outline is one that I would have probably enjoyed reading. Unfortunately, the author takes that giant step from the believable to the “yeah, right”, and in doing so just prevented me from fully investing. One example, and certainly not the only example, was in the relationship Greg builds with Ashan, a native woman he saves from being raped by two men from a rival tribe. When they first meet, they share no common language, and Ashan is portrayed as backward and feral. In short shrift, however, they are engaging in full conversation that includes innuendo and nuance suggestive of a mastery of English. Another example was when Greg befriends a jaguar, Oro, and grows to call her his daughter. It was just too fantastical (I’m trying to refrain from using Jungle Book and Tarzan comparisons), and perhaps there is the crux of my discontent. Had this been billed as a fantasy read, I may have just avoided it altogether. Instead, it was portrayed as a “man against nature” survival story, and as such I expected it to be at least believable.
Finally, I was uncomfortable with the author’s portrayal of the isolated tribes with whom Greg made contact. Aside from Ashan, each interaction was brutal, uncivilized and harsh, complete with poison arrows and loincloths. It just felt disrespectful and stereotypic in this current era of heightened cultural sensitivity.
Three stars, as all in all, this novel contained strong writing, a focused plot and sound structure. I simply wasn’t able to appreciate these elements and found them to be overshadowed by a heavy-handed inclusion of a series of fantastical events that impeded my ability to stay in the moment.
The story is one of a doctor, Greg Zekser, headed to the Amazon to offer medical aid. When the plane in which he is traveling crashes deep in the Amazon rainforest, the doctor is the only survivor. The rest of the book details his fight to survive, his communing with nature, and his descent into what is described as a dissociative state. As he reaches the height of hubris through his encounters with indigenous tribes, he also experiences a profound loss of his humanity. To return to the civilized man he once was will take courage, humility and patience.
On the surface, this plot outline is one that I would have probably enjoyed reading. Unfortunately, the author takes that giant step from the believable to the “yeah, right”, and in doing so just prevented me from fully investing. One example, and certainly not the only example, was in the relationship Greg builds with Ashan, a native woman he saves from being raped by two men from a rival tribe. When they first meet, they share no common language, and Ashan is portrayed as backward and feral. In short shrift, however, they are engaging in full conversation that includes innuendo and nuance suggestive of a mastery of English. Another example was when Greg befriends a jaguar, Oro, and grows to call her his daughter. It was just too fantastical (I’m trying to refrain from using Jungle Book and Tarzan comparisons), and perhaps there is the crux of my discontent. Had this been billed as a fantasy read, I may have just avoided it altogether. Instead, it was portrayed as a “man against nature” survival story, and as such I expected it to be at least believable.
Finally, I was uncomfortable with the author’s portrayal of the isolated tribes with whom Greg made contact. Aside from Ashan, each interaction was brutal, uncivilized and harsh, complete with poison arrows and loincloths. It just felt disrespectful and stereotypic in this current era of heightened cultural sensitivity.
Three stars, as all in all, this novel contained strong writing, a focused plot and sound structure. I simply wasn’t able to appreciate these elements and found them to be overshadowed by a heavy-handed inclusion of a series of fantastical events that impeded my ability to stay in the moment.
January 17, 2019
Well written, a page turner, got a bit far fetched in the last pages but still totally kept my interest.
May 24, 2020
Alter By Jeremy Robinson starts out with a gruesome description of a plane crash that was almost unsettling and very much sets up what the rest of the book will entail. While the author did do a decent job at portraying the lengths a person could go when put in a life and death situation he failed miserably when it came to evoking emotion when it came to a characters death. There were two deaths in the book you would think would have been a massive deal for the main character to deal with and how that would have changed everything but their deaths happen over the span of two pages and they're hardly even mentioned afterwards, they were just written out as the main character having a psychotic break and forgetting them completely until the end of the book where hearing the sound of his name magically just breaks his psychosis. He then magically goes from a savage serial killer back to his doctor self just like that, like he hasn’t just killed dozens of people in horrific ways but I think the thing about the ending I hate the most is how the author portrayed the wife, who never lost hope with him being alive even after 4 years in the jungle. The main character tells his wife about all of the people he has murdered like an actual monster and that he fell in love with a native woman in those four years and the part she was upset about was him sleeping with the woman but was perfectly okay with him killing people as they slept or killing people because he wanted to. Even weirder he took his wife back to the bodies of his companions where she proceeds to kiss their skulls to thank them for keeping her husband safe. Im not sure who is more crazy, the wife or him.
Like the opening pages of the book where the plane crashed, the book started out soaring over the tree tops looking like it was going to be a enjoyable time but very quickly took a downward spiral and definitely did not stick the landing.
Like the opening pages of the book where the plane crashed, the book started out soaring over the tree tops looking like it was going to be a enjoyable time but very quickly took a downward spiral and definitely did not stick the landing.
January 2, 2019
Where to start - simply, wow! I just finished Alter, and my emotions are raw. This is such a powerful book, and is one of the best by Jeremy Robinson that I have read.
The story grabbed me from the start, and I couldn't put the book down. Alter is the story of Greg, a doctor, who has flown to the Amazon to help the native tribes. But on his way there, he is in a plane crash, and is stranded in the Amazon jungle, alone, far from civilization. This is the story of his survival, and how he changes, both mentally and physically, in order to survive. The story is fast paced and exciting, raw, brutal and violent. But it is also full of strength and love. It is totally enthralling, and leads you through a gamut of emotions. I admit, I shed a few tears at the end of Alter, and will be thinking of it for a long while to come.
The story grabbed me from the start, and I couldn't put the book down. Alter is the story of Greg, a doctor, who has flown to the Amazon to help the native tribes. But on his way there, he is in a plane crash, and is stranded in the Amazon jungle, alone, far from civilization. This is the story of his survival, and how he changes, both mentally and physically, in order to survive. The story is fast paced and exciting, raw, brutal and violent. But it is also full of strength and love. It is totally enthralling, and leads you through a gamut of emotions. I admit, I shed a few tears at the end of Alter, and will be thinking of it for a long while to come.
December 3, 2018
The Master Made Me Cry! In this latest book from the Modern Day Master of Science Fiction, Robinson yet again does something he has never done before - he left me in tears at the end of a tale. In yet another foray into gut punching emotional drama (while still keeping the pulse pounding science fiction that is his bread and butter), Robinson outdoes himself again in exploring just how much a man will lose in order to survive - and whether or not the man can ever revert fully to what he was before the change. Simply amazing.
January 22, 2019
Probably one of the best books Robinson has written. Dr. Greg Zekser is a medical physician that wanted to do more than just food pantries to help people that are in need. He wanted to travel to the amazon to medically help the indigenous people. Unfortunately he is involved in a plane crash that lands him in the middle of a jungle without any survival skills. He befriends a native and learns the way of the jungle and of the people. He becomes one of them. And finds a different way to help them.
December 3, 2018
This is a full ride!
Action packed devolution of a man who has everything, then nothing, but the will to survive. Set in the depths of the Amazon Jungle, where civilization has yet to reach.
Robinson writes with emotion that will touch the most heartless soul, and with a pace that keeps you turning the page to see where he is taking you next.
Action packed devolution of a man who has everything, then nothing, but the will to survive. Set in the depths of the Amazon Jungle, where civilization has yet to reach.
Robinson writes with emotion that will touch the most heartless soul, and with a pace that keeps you turning the page to see where he is taking you next.
July 14, 2022
I really enjoyed this book
The imagery the author uses kept me in his world without mentally drifting when reading. The story was very moving and even made me shed a few tears at the end.
The imagery the author uses kept me in his world without mentally drifting when reading. The story was very moving and even made me shed a few tears at the end.
December 4, 2018
I received an ARC of this book and I have to say it was a wild ride. Following a man, stranded, fighting to survive, you see just how far one would go to live. But there is hope.
August 7, 2019
Started out interesting enough then became incredibly unbelievable and cheesy.
May 6, 2022
A novel of many contradictions, Alter takes a turn in the 2nd act that had me aiming for a 1-2 star review, despite the fact that the subject matter couldn't be more personalized to my tastes if the author had asked me what I wanted to read about in his adventure-thriller. Wilderness survival, wildlife and environmental conservation, protecting indigenous tribes, getting stoned in the jungle and becoming a supernatural force--all of it appealing, but precariously balanced. It's a particular type of fantasy-thriller that I think will only resonate for certain readers because of how outlandish the plot becomes, but regardless of stretching the motivations of already shallow characters until they're paper thin, the epilogue and author's note manage to hold some power. Still holding a bit of a grudge because of how much the story borrows from Burroughs without any acknowledgment, but not a bad book overall.
December 5, 2018
That’s it, I’m calling it - “Alter” is officially Dee’s favourite book for 2018. Full of fast-paced action, spine-tingling suspense, supernatural themes, and an awesome story, Alter will grab you and not let you go until the very last page, and will leave you filled with so much emotion at the very end!!!
July 31, 2019
I wasn't sure about this at the beginning. It started off rather graphically with a plane crash and jungle predators. The rest of it was sort of interesting but then went a little weirder/violent than I normally like. The epilogue redeemed it for me.
October 31, 2019
A Wilbur Smith fan, I’ve always loved a good adventure book, and Alter didn’t disappoint. This book was both light-hearted in places and darkly intense intense in others. Many instances had me on the edge of my seat with my heart racing in thrilling suspense. And the final few chapters saw me blubbering into a pile of tissues.
I couldn’t put this book down - it had enough turns so that I never really knew which way it would end. Well done, Jeremy Robinson. I’m going to see what else you’ve written.
I couldn’t put this book down - it had enough turns so that I never really knew which way it would end. Well done, Jeremy Robinson. I’m going to see what else you’ve written.
July 21, 2021
This book is one that fuels every emotion within you. The author catches you right from the start and drags you along every painful, beautiful journey the character takes. The ending was not as strong but I can understand why the direction was taken. However, the epilogue is what made me give back that fourth star. Along with a tear or two, this book is perfect for a quick read that keeps you interested the whole time.
January 21, 2024
Do not read this if it's your first Jeremy Robinson book!
This was written in the same year as The Others and Space Force? That same Jeremy Robinson wrote this? I am befuddled.
If this was the first JR book I read I would have missed out on the Infinite Timeline books because the Jeremy Robinson who wrote this poorly written, badly plotted, weird narrative thing would not have made it onto my must read everything new they put out list.
The one thing that almost made me DNF this book was the weird semi-excusing the Colonisers slaughtering Native Americans because that's just how Man acts and we can't judge Man for his actions back them since we all have the inante ability to slaughter our fellow man. WTF, Jeremy. Shaking my head big time at you for that.
It took me 5 freakin' days to trudge through this dross. I don't know if I'm more mad at myself for not giving up or at JR.
This was written in the same year as The Others and Space Force? That same Jeremy Robinson wrote this? I am befuddled.
If this was the first JR book I read I would have missed out on the Infinite Timeline books because the Jeremy Robinson who wrote this poorly written, badly plotted, weird narrative thing would not have made it onto my must read everything new they put out list.
The one thing that almost made me DNF this book was the weird semi-excusing the Colonisers slaughtering Native Americans because that's just how Man acts and we can't judge Man for his actions back them since we all have the inante ability to slaughter our fellow man. WTF, Jeremy. Shaking my head big time at you for that.
It took me 5 freakin' days to trudge through this dross. I don't know if I'm more mad at myself for not giving up or at JR.
December 5, 2018
I ran through so many emotions while reading this latest book from Jeremy Robinson. Now that I have finished, I feel exhausted. I say that in a very positive way, as this story was amazing from start to finish.
It was very intriguing to see all of the different stages that Greg Zesker goes through after his plane goes down in the Amazonian jungle. It really brought home how horrible that would be. The characters were so well developed that I felt the intense pressure to survive that Greg went through.
I liked the Author's Note at the end of the story, explaining why he put his character through such a grueling ordeal. I may have shed a tear or two by the end of the book.
It was very intriguing to see all of the different stages that Greg Zesker goes through after his plane goes down in the Amazonian jungle. It really brought home how horrible that would be. The characters were so well developed that I felt the intense pressure to survive that Greg went through.
I liked the Author's Note at the end of the story, explaining why he put his character through such a grueling ordeal. I may have shed a tear or two by the end of the book.
April 14, 2019
Just another going native story
While I have been a fan of Robinson, particularly the Jack Sigler/Chess Team novels, I found this book wanting. *SPOILER ALERT* It started out with a good premise - an American doctor's plane crashes in the Amazon jungle, and he has to learn to survive. It then became an unrealistic story about a guy taking too many jungle drugs and believing himself to turn into an animal god who rules the jungle. The ending was rather abrupt, unbelievable and unsatisfactory. Not up to Robinson's usual.
While I have been a fan of Robinson, particularly the Jack Sigler/Chess Team novels, I found this book wanting. *SPOILER ALERT* It started out with a good premise - an American doctor's plane crashes in the Amazon jungle, and he has to learn to survive. It then became an unrealistic story about a guy taking too many jungle drugs and believing himself to turn into an animal god who rules the jungle. The ending was rather abrupt, unbelievable and unsatisfactory. Not up to Robinson's usual.
December 4, 2018
Fantastic!
Alter is one of those lost in the jungle stories that keeps changing on you, alters if you will, lol. It’s a crazy novel and rather different than other books by Robinson, yet his writing style is very much present. I found myself reading it quickly, eager to see what happened next. Emotions, suspense, some action, and even some creepy stuff, check this book out if you like such things!
Alter is one of those lost in the jungle stories that keeps changing on you, alters if you will, lol. It’s a crazy novel and rather different than other books by Robinson, yet his writing style is very much present. I found myself reading it quickly, eager to see what happened next. Emotions, suspense, some action, and even some creepy stuff, check this book out if you like such things!
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