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Dead Storm: A Global Military Zombie Apocalypse Thriller
Dead Storm is a classic techno-thriller in every sense of the word - a pulse-pounding military epic that not only pits nation against nation... it thrusts the entire world into a desperate battle for survival - against bloodthirsty zombies! Welcome to the latest blockbuster novel by Nicholas Ryan. ‘Dead Storm - the Global Zombie Apocalypse’ is a book like few others in the genre. It’s a vast, global novel with techno-thriller detail and intense battle scenes on land, and on the high seas. The book is crammed full of epic action, and every sequence oozes gripping authenticity. Ryan’s chilling plot reads like it has been torn straight from the headlines, beginning with a conflict on the Korean Peninsula and a desperate biological weapon attack. At well over 220,000 words, the blockbuster is comprehensive and compelling - aimed at fans of the genre who have been searching for a vast global view of the apocalypse.
784 pages, Kindle Edition
Published May 14, 2019
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July 22, 2020
Too Many Paths
I struggle between a two and three for this book, but ultimately thought the author deserved the benefit of the doubt. This is not the worst zombie book I've read and it's certainly well written enough from a technical standpoint.
The problem is that it tries to be a zombie story and a potboiler Tom Clancy novel and doesn't hit the right notes in either. The source of the plague is moderately novel in that it's explained clearly, but there are a lot of problems with the book.
Firstly it goes in way too many directions. There's a ton of characters, none of whom are particularly memorable in any way including the President of the United States. It gets hard to remember who is who very quickly and after a while I just relied on titles to understand the scene I was currently reading. There's a lot of asides too that give the book almost a feel of being a serialized story that was attached together into a novel afterwards.
The zombies are a little different than normal, but nothing super innovative. They only really show up as fodder for battle scenes, bit don't seem to affect the world other than that. Half the time you only learn a country has fallen in passing even if it becomes a plot point.
Everyone also seems to take the fact that the dead are reanimating with absolute aplomb. There's no panic, no skepticism, no fighting over whether it's real or not, just "ok, there are zombies in Asia."
The biggest error for me was the unrealistic military response. There's little use of basic military tactics and equipment. No minefields, no reconnaissance, no strategic bombing - none of the things that would make big dents in a large mass of unarmed, unthinking combatants. And the threat is localized to a degree, in that it's not a global event, and yet there's no real explanation of why the government's of the world don't bomb the living crap out of the undead hordes.
I would recommend Cannibal Kingdom or Last Stand on Zombie Island if you're looking for a good zombie book. The former owner especially if you're looking for the "big picture" zombie book that this shoots for.
I struggle between a two and three for this book, but ultimately thought the author deserved the benefit of the doubt. This is not the worst zombie book I've read and it's certainly well written enough from a technical standpoint.
The problem is that it tries to be a zombie story and a potboiler Tom Clancy novel and doesn't hit the right notes in either. The source of the plague is moderately novel in that it's explained clearly, but there are a lot of problems with the book.
Firstly it goes in way too many directions. There's a ton of characters, none of whom are particularly memorable in any way including the President of the United States. It gets hard to remember who is who very quickly and after a while I just relied on titles to understand the scene I was currently reading. There's a lot of asides too that give the book almost a feel of being a serialized story that was attached together into a novel afterwards.
The zombies are a little different than normal, but nothing super innovative. They only really show up as fodder for battle scenes, bit don't seem to affect the world other than that. Half the time you only learn a country has fallen in passing even if it becomes a plot point.
Everyone also seems to take the fact that the dead are reanimating with absolute aplomb. There's no panic, no skepticism, no fighting over whether it's real or not, just "ok, there are zombies in Asia."
The biggest error for me was the unrealistic military response. There's little use of basic military tactics and equipment. No minefields, no reconnaissance, no strategic bombing - none of the things that would make big dents in a large mass of unarmed, unthinking combatants. And the threat is localized to a degree, in that it's not a global event, and yet there's no real explanation of why the government's of the world don't bomb the living crap out of the undead hordes.
I would recommend Cannibal Kingdom or Last Stand on Zombie Island if you're looking for a good zombie book. The former owner especially if you're looking for the "big picture" zombie book that this shoots for.
July 23, 2021
Zombies have become a staple of modern pop culture. Over the past two decades we've been treated to everything from romantic comedies to traditional horror on the subject in just about every medium there is. That said, this book stands out in terms of scope and its focus on the militaristic and diplomatic aspects of a worldwide pandemic (eek... lemme check the copyright date... 2019? Wow, how's that for timing?)
This book doesn't have a protagonist which is not an issue for me, but I could see it being a turn off for some people. That's the hazard of a subject that is worldwide in scope with a high mortality rate. Nearly 7 out of every 10 named characters do not survive three chapters (spoilerish? It's a zombie book...).
Instead, you can expect tank battles, sea engagements, a treatment of the logistical implications of moving people and equipment - actually, that was all very interesting to me. The obligatory US v. China skirmishes were Tom Clancey-esque descriptions of real-world tech and fun to read.
Where it lacked was in it's size. The thing is a brick and something like 700 pages, but that is a guess since my copy does not have page numbers... this is a problem when you have young children with an awful habit of pulling out bookmarks and have to spent 5-10 minutes searching for your place. It could have been trimmed down by ~15% without losing anything - my opinion.
Not to be prudish, but even for a zombie novel, it gets gratuitously dark at times. I don't generally go for s*xual torture in my zombie media, but that's just me. Also, a couple characters were over-the-top in their hateabiility, but at least Ryan kept it fairly well balanced; the "good-old-boy" racist stereotype was balanced out with the "obnoxious college leftist" stereotype. But due to the aforementioned body count, it doesn't really matter.
Was this a long review? Well, it's a long damn book.
All joking aside, this was no chore to read and genuinely enjoyable for the most part. Would recommend if you are a Tom Clancey/Military genre fan in need of a zombie fix.
-Wes
This book doesn't have a protagonist which is not an issue for me, but I could see it being a turn off for some people. That's the hazard of a subject that is worldwide in scope with a high mortality rate. Nearly 7 out of every 10 named characters do not survive three chapters (spoilerish? It's a zombie book...).
Instead, you can expect tank battles, sea engagements, a treatment of the logistical implications of moving people and equipment - actually, that was all very interesting to me. The obligatory US v. China skirmishes were Tom Clancey-esque descriptions of real-world tech and fun to read.
Where it lacked was in it's size. The thing is a brick and something like 700 pages, but that is a guess since my copy does not have page numbers... this is a problem when you have young children with an awful habit of pulling out bookmarks and have to spent 5-10 minutes searching for your place. It could have been trimmed down by ~15% without losing anything - my opinion.
Not to be prudish, but even for a zombie novel, it gets gratuitously dark at times. I don't generally go for s*xual torture in my zombie media, but that's just me. Also, a couple characters were over-the-top in their hateabiility, but at least Ryan kept it fairly well balanced; the "good-old-boy" racist stereotype was balanced out with the "obnoxious college leftist" stereotype. But due to the aforementioned body count, it doesn't really matter.
Was this a long review? Well, it's a long damn book.
All joking aside, this was no chore to read and genuinely enjoyable for the most part. Would recommend if you are a Tom Clancey/Military genre fan in need of a zombie fix.
-Wes
June 18, 2023
I am a huge post apoc fan. I read about two "end of the world" novels per month- this isn't a humble brag my friends- I just need to put some context. This. This is the book you are looking for if you enjoy Zombie apoc, pandemic apoc, and my personal favorite - military apoc. Guys this is so good. It's easy to follow despite shifting characters and locations. It's realistic, it's incredibly researched, it's riveting. And it's the perfect length 🙌 it ended in the exact right spot.
I felt the lack of central main characters was a breath of fresh air. I really enjoyed the depth of detail in each situation. I found myself excited to see what would happen next, and who I would next be introduced to.
I don't want to add a "but", but, if you don't enjoy the political side to these situations, some parts might feel heavy. It's worth it though people trust me!
I'm looking forward to reading more from Nicholas! Excellent work!
I felt the lack of central main characters was a breath of fresh air. I really enjoyed the depth of detail in each situation. I found myself excited to see what would happen next, and who I would next be introduced to.
I don't want to add a "but", but, if you don't enjoy the political side to these situations, some parts might feel heavy. It's worth it though people trust me!
I'm looking forward to reading more from Nicholas! Excellent work!
June 13, 2019
Fantastic read, how the world would fight a zombie plague. The author went thru countries and people and how they would realistically fight a plague on their borders, I couldn’t put the book down. I can’t wait to read more from this writer, his story flowed like a river and kept me wanting more! Don’t pass this one up!
Starting with the outbreak of hostilities between North Korea and South Korea you have the start a fantastic novel, a look at how the world would respond to an outbreak of a zombie pandemic. The author keeps you captivated and wanting more with each page. The action is non stop, the characters are believable and likable, if you love zombie fiction or even apocalyptic novels , Don’t pass this one up. Great read, can’t wait for more from this author.
Starting with the outbreak of hostilities between North Korea and South Korea you have the start a fantastic novel, a look at how the world would respond to an outbreak of a zombie pandemic. The author keeps you captivated and wanting more with each page. The action is non stop, the characters are believable and likable, if you love zombie fiction or even apocalyptic novels , Don’t pass this one up. Great read, can’t wait for more from this author.
May 26, 2019
North and South Korea are at war with the South claiming victory, instead of admitting defeat, Kim Jong-un acting like a spoiled brat having a temper tantrum, unleashes a deadly plague to destroy the rest of the world. As the numbers of dead increases, the arrogant Chinese and Russians are over whelmed quickly. Meanwhile the rest of Europe,Canada, the US, Mexico, Australia and others, close their borders and try to stop the massive horde of the un-dead from infecting their countries. This is story telling at it's best. Ryan obviously researches in detail before publishing. This is a must read for anyone who loves a military tour-de-force with the added bonus of zombies.
November 28, 2019
Fine zombie apocalypse story
Mistakes: I found nothing wrong.
Plot: One of the most well written books of this type.
We have a natural progression, that makes sense and is logical.
The bodies floating up on shore was a nice touch that I thought should have played a bigger role in the spread of the disease.
Characters: The reactions of the huge cast of characters is easy to believe.
You have heroes and villains and almost all of them fall, and yet you still have the general public with their selfishness and self-entitlement blissfully going about their day.
10/10 Well done!
Mistakes: I found nothing wrong.
Plot: One of the most well written books of this type.
We have a natural progression, that makes sense and is logical.
The bodies floating up on shore was a nice touch that I thought should have played a bigger role in the spread of the disease.
Characters: The reactions of the huge cast of characters is easy to believe.
You have heroes and villains and almost all of them fall, and yet you still have the general public with their selfishness and self-entitlement blissfully going about their day.
10/10 Well done!
June 12, 2019
Wow...what an intense book. A complete look at the Zombie Apocalypse around the world. You get a chance to see it ravage the entire globe up-close and personal. I wasn't too interested in the technical jargon, but there were many characters...each with their own mini-story line. Don't worry about confusing anyone though, they die as quick as they are introduced! The book was long, but I enjoyed it immensely.
May 25, 2019
WOW! What a story!
If you are a Zombie apocalypse fan, you gotta read this book. The characters are absolutely believable, and wonderfully written. And action? From the beginning it bites you in the ass, and drags you along at whirlwind speed, all around the world. I don't believe I have ever read a more terrifying glimpse into what a real zombie type apocalypse would be.
If you are a Zombie apocalypse fan, you gotta read this book. The characters are absolutely believable, and wonderfully written. And action? From the beginning it bites you in the ass, and drags you along at whirlwind speed, all around the world. I don't believe I have ever read a more terrifying glimpse into what a real zombie type apocalypse would be.
July 5, 2019
Tom Clancy-esque!
I really enjoyed the techno-thriller meets zombie apocalypse feel of this story. The global scope was fast paced and never lagged. Fast paced and gave a feeling of being an involved spectator in the events leading to the end of the world as we know it. The story gave hope at the end. The best I’ve read in a while. Highly recommended.
I really enjoyed the techno-thriller meets zombie apocalypse feel of this story. The global scope was fast paced and never lagged. Fast paced and gave a feeling of being an involved spectator in the events leading to the end of the world as we know it. The story gave hope at the end. The best I’ve read in a while. Highly recommended.
August 27, 2019
Excellent book, better than world war Z.
I enjoyed this book very much. I found it more enjoyable than world war Z, because it was an up-to-the-minute story concerning the zombie apocalypse. The book is very fast-paced, well done, and very authentic. If you like books concerning the zombie apocalypse you will really enjoy this book I really urge you give it a try.
I enjoyed this book very much. I found it more enjoyable than world war Z, because it was an up-to-the-minute story concerning the zombie apocalypse. The book is very fast-paced, well done, and very authentic. If you like books concerning the zombie apocalypse you will really enjoy this book I really urge you give it a try.
December 7, 2019
Very well done
I enjoyed reading this book for the following reasons.
It portrayed what the governments would do if a crisis similar to this happened.
It was terrible how most governments treated there people in this book. Total disregard for life. I can understand the reasonings for what they did in this book and pray that it would never happen.
I enjoyed reading this book for the following reasons.
It portrayed what the governments would do if a crisis similar to this happened.
It was terrible how most governments treated there people in this book. Total disregard for life. I can understand the reasonings for what they did in this book and pray that it would never happen.
July 15, 2020
Hard decisions actually implemented (could we actually do it?)
Well written and showed how we should react to a situation like this. My only problem is I can't see us doing what we should. We have almost split the country over the Corona Virus. With something this bad I think we would fall, much like France or Germany (arguing all the way).
Well written and showed how we should react to a situation like this. My only problem is I can't see us doing what we should. We have almost split the country over the Corona Virus. With something this bad I think we would fall, much like France or Germany (arguing all the way).
March 20, 2024
Disappointed
Straight zombie apocalypse story with lots of good detail of military actions around the world. Very little character development or connection with characters. The last 100 pages felt like a different writer with weird rape scenes and bizarre sadomasochistic torture scenes. A reader puts trust in the writer and the choice of the writer at the end was disgusting.
Straight zombie apocalypse story with lots of good detail of military actions around the world. Very little character development or connection with characters. The last 100 pages felt like a different writer with weird rape scenes and bizarre sadomasochistic torture scenes. A reader puts trust in the writer and the choice of the writer at the end was disgusting.
May 6, 2024
Break and depressing
Just a terrible narrative. Hackneyed stereotypes abound. No heroes to be found here. Gratuitously violent and overly descriptive with wooden two dimensional characters. I sped read through the last 3rd of the book since each vignette was more lurid and depressing than the previous one. I wouldn't bother reading it.
Just a terrible narrative. Hackneyed stereotypes abound. No heroes to be found here. Gratuitously violent and overly descriptive with wooden two dimensional characters. I sped read through the last 3rd of the book since each vignette was more lurid and depressing than the previous one. I wouldn't bother reading it.
June 29, 2019
Good summer read
I liked the premise of this book. The beginning was great and as I read the book some parts didn’t quite fit and other characters didn’t quite live up to what they could be. Still a good book to get through a hot summer
I liked the premise of this book. The beginning was great and as I read the book some parts didn’t quite fit and other characters didn’t quite live up to what they could be. Still a good book to get through a hot summer
August 12, 2019
Eye opener
No one knows what will happen or what they will do it something like this happens, God forbid. But this book will make you think long and hard about what you would do. This should be mandatory reading because this truly is something that could happen!
No one knows what will happen or what they will do it something like this happens, God forbid. But this book will make you think long and hard about what you would do. This should be mandatory reading because this truly is something that could happen!
November 4, 2019
AnderSEN AFB is spelled wrong
That really bothered me. You could have googled it. For future reference it’s not ANDERSON it’s ANDERSEN . I like your writing style but please do more research.
That really bothered me. You could have googled it. For future reference it’s not ANDERSON it’s ANDERSEN . I like your writing style but please do more research.
March 10, 2020
Great book
Must read zombie book. Comes up with dilemmas faced by governments and people alike. Sometimes hard to read as if faced with similar decisions in real life would be hard.
Must read zombie book. Comes up with dilemmas faced by governments and people alike. Sometimes hard to read as if faced with similar decisions in real life would be hard.
June 3, 2023
Makes You Think
Good book, it makes you think about how the world is today and t about the crazy leader in North Korea. I don't think the Current U.S. President is up to the job of protecting our country if something like this occurs.
Good book, it makes you think about how the world is today and t about the crazy leader in North Korea. I don't think the Current U.S. President is up to the job of protecting our country if something like this occurs.
August 14, 2023
A great find!
This is the first book I have read by Nicholas Ryan, I liked the clear and easy to understand writing and the way his competing narrative streams were bought to a conclusion.
This is the first book I have read by Nicholas Ryan, I liked the clear and easy to understand writing and the way his competing narrative streams were bought to a conclusion.
July 18, 2019
Excellent
This is one of the best zombie books I have read in some time. Well worth reading! Very accurate and detailed.
This is one of the best zombie books I have read in some time. Well worth reading! Very accurate and detailed.
September 7, 2019
Must read!
This book is one of the best I have ever read for pleasure. It has a lot of great characters and plots. Fast pace and lots of action!
This book is one of the best I have ever read for pleasure. It has a lot of great characters and plots. Fast pace and lots of action!
October 5, 2019
Excellent!!!
Very well written and researched. Could have gone through the editing process one more time, but great regardless! 2nd book?
Very well written and researched. Could have gone through the editing process one more time, but great regardless! 2nd book?
January 6, 2020
Good read
Very interesting read. The military information is pretty much spot on. I highly recommend this book if you’re interested in this genre.
Very interesting read. The military information is pretty much spot on. I highly recommend this book if you’re interested in this genre.
June 26, 2020
I thought as zombi apocalypse books go it was a bit over the top with the enormity of slaughter involved. Also people screaming in Spanish in Brazil, I thought they spoke Portuguese.
November 7, 2021
A great combo of Tom Clancy and George Romero. I want more. Highly recommended!
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