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Affliction Z #2
Abandoned Hope
Eight years is a long time. Long enough to prepare for the end of the world.
Plagued by unsettling dreams and memories of events he’s been told never happened, Sean Ryder spent those eight years readying himself and his family for the event.
Four hundred miles to the south, former SEAL Team 8 member Charles “Turk” Turksen knows there is no escaping the Afflicted. So he plans to outlast them.
With the outbreak threatening the United States, Sean receives a call from a ghost. A ghost who can provide his family with a chance at survival.
Both men have made their preparations. They’ve enacted their plans. Will it be enough to survive when the Afflicted come?
Plagued by unsettling dreams and memories of events he’s been told never happened, Sean Ryder spent those eight years readying himself and his family for the event.
Four hundred miles to the south, former SEAL Team 8 member Charles “Turk” Turksen knows there is no escaping the Afflicted. So he plans to outlast them.
With the outbreak threatening the United States, Sean receives a call from a ghost. A ghost who can provide his family with a chance at survival.
Both men have made their preparations. They’ve enacted their plans. Will it be enough to survive when the Afflicted come?
352 pages, Kindle Edition
First published September 24, 2013
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L.T. Ryan
163 books1,448 followersL.T. RYAN is a USA Today and Amazon bestselling author. The new age of publishing offered L.T. the opportunity to blend his passions for creating, marketing, and technology to reach audiences with his popular Jack Noble series.
Living in central Virginia with his wife, the youngest of his three daughters, and their three dogs, L.T. enjoys staring out his window at the trees and mountains while he should be writing, as well as reading, hiking, running, and playing with gadgets. See what he's up to at ltryan.com.
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Noble Beginnings
A Deadly Distance
Thin Line
Noble Intentions
When Dead in Greece
Noble Retribution
Noble Betrayal
Never Go Home
Noble Judgment
Never Cry Mercy
Deadline
End Game
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Ripple Effect
Blowback
Takedown
Deep State (coming January, 2020)
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Beyond Betrayal
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The Depths of Darkness
Into the Darkness
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About the Author
L.T. RYAN is a USA Today and Amazon bestselling author. The new age of publishing offered L.T. the opportunity to blend his passions for creating, marketing, and technology to reach audiences with his popular Jack Noble series.
Living in central Virginia with his wife, the youngest of his three daughters, and their three dogs, L.T. enjoys staring out his window at the trees and mountains while he should be writing, as well as reading, hiking, running, and playing with gadgets. See what he's up to at ltryan.com.
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Twitter: twitter.com/LTRyanWrites
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Contact L.T. Ryan at contact@ltryan.com
Living in central Virginia with his wife, the youngest of his three daughters, and their three dogs, L.T. enjoys staring out his window at the trees and mountains while he should be writing, as well as reading, hiking, running, and playing with gadgets. See what he's up to at ltryan.com.
BOOKS IN THE JACK NOBLE SERIES
The Recruit (prequel short story)
The First Deception (prequel)
Noble Beginnings
A Deadly Distance
Thin Line
Noble Intentions
When Dead in Greece
Noble Retribution
Noble Betrayal
Never Go Home
Noble Judgment
Never Cry Mercy
Deadline
End Game
BOOKS IN THE BEAR LOGAN SERIES
Ripple Effect
Blowback
Takedown
Deep State (coming January, 2020)
BOOKS IN THE CLARISSA ABBOT SERIES
Beyond Betrayal
BOOKS IN THE MITCH TANNER SERIES
The Depths of Darkness
Into the Darkness
Deliver Us From Darkness (coming soon)
Social Media Links
Facebook (L.T. Ryan): facebook.com/LTRyanAuthor
Facebook (Jack Noble Page): facebook.com/JackNobleBooks/
Twitter: twitter.com/LTRyanWrites
Goodreads: goodreads.com/author/show/6151659.L_T...
Contact L.T. Ryan at contact@ltryan.com
About the Author
L.T. RYAN is a USA Today and Amazon bestselling author. The new age of publishing offered L.T. the opportunity to blend his passions for creating, marketing, and technology to reach audiences with his popular Jack Noble series.
Living in central Virginia with his wife, the youngest of his three daughters, and their three dogs, L.T. enjoys staring out his window at the trees and mountains while he should be writing, as well as reading, hiking, running, and playing with gadgets. See what he's up to at ltryan.com.
Social Media Links
Facebook (L.T. Ryan): facebook.com/LTRyanAuthor
Facebook (Jack Noble Page): facebook.com/JackNobleBooks/
Twitter: twitter.com/LTRyanWrites
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Contact L.T. Ryan at contact@ltryan.com
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September 28, 2013
Why do so many assholes have to survive the Zombie Apocalypse?
June 2, 2014
After completing the first book of L.T. Ryan's "Affliction Z: Patient Zero", I decided to give the second book, "Affliction Z: Abandoned Hope" a try as well; I must share that I was not disappointed. The story line and plot continued with the same four characters from the first book. This story line, however, takes place eight years later, which was at first a bit of a surprise to me. Once again, I am drawn to how realistic the book tends to be.
As with the first book, it is very difficult to put down for the suspense always causes you to wonder what would happen next or how the characters would react to a possible event. I still love how this story stands out from other zombie apocalypse stories; however, in a sense, I could sort of relate it to Resident Evil because of how the characters are in the military and are skilled. Some may argue that certain scenes were too detailed, however, I feel as though that is what causes the reader to feel as though they are there at that moment. It brings the story to life. The imagery which the reader sees as they read from one line to the next puts them in almost the same position as the main characters, especially Sean.
As with the first book, it is very difficult to put down for the suspense always causes you to wonder what would happen next or how the characters would react to a possible event. I still love how this story stands out from other zombie apocalypse stories; however, in a sense, I could sort of relate it to Resident Evil because of how the characters are in the military and are skilled. Some may argue that certain scenes were too detailed, however, I feel as though that is what causes the reader to feel as though they are there at that moment. It brings the story to life. The imagery which the reader sees as they read from one line to the next puts them in almost the same position as the main characters, especially Sean.
April 15, 2014
This was the second book of the series and it packed a punch, it had me on the edge of my seat all the way through. As with the first book I liked the characters and I could easily identify with them. It had a lot of action and I can't wait for the next book in the series to find out what will happen next. I would recommend reading the series in order even thought I think you could figure out what is going on if you have not had a chance to read the first book but I think it helps to understand the characters better and to enjoy the book more.
June 13, 2014
I read the first book of the Affliction Z series, which was included in a seven book collection titled "This is the End", enjoying it and then glad to see that the next book in the series was already available. In book two, it's 8 yrs. later and Sean is contacted by the other survivor from the first book, Turk. The government told him that Turk died in Nigeria and that he was the sole survivor, found unconscious near the initial drop zone for the mission. They also informed him that none of what he thinks he had experienced there actually happened...a cover-up, kind of like "The Wizard of Oz" movie when Dorothy is informed that she had bumped her head and it was all a dream. Turk remained on active duty and was sworn to secrecy, threatened by the government to never contact Sean or speak of Nigeria if he valued his family.
Once Sean was released from the hospital, he returned to civilian status with a comfortable pension, fully brainwashed, but continued to be plagued with terrible dreams about fighting for his life within the secret lab in Nigeria...supposedly, something that never happened. Meanwhile, both had built secure underground bunkers to protect their families when the virus eventually reaches the United States. Turk informs him over the telephone that it was all real and the "inflicted" were now here.
Mr. Ryan moves the story along on four different paths: Sean and family preparing/hunkering down in their bunker; Sean's wife trying to make her way home from Washington state to Virginia when the apocalypse begins; a female named Allison tries to elude the "inflicted" and others en-route to her grandmother's farm; and finally, Turk and his family in their bunker in Charlotte, NC. Both bunkers are eventually attacked by survivalists and it becomes necessary for Sean and Turk to leave the safety of their bunkers to take on these people who are threatening their existence.
The story moves right along; it's easy to read and difficult to put down. You will experience a range of emotions, and like me, becoming anxious while awaiting the publication of the next book in the series to see what happens next. Highly recommended! Great job Mr. Ryan!
John Podlaski, author
Cherries - A Vietnam War Novel
Once Sean was released from the hospital, he returned to civilian status with a comfortable pension, fully brainwashed, but continued to be plagued with terrible dreams about fighting for his life within the secret lab in Nigeria...supposedly, something that never happened. Meanwhile, both had built secure underground bunkers to protect their families when the virus eventually reaches the United States. Turk informs him over the telephone that it was all real and the "inflicted" were now here.
Mr. Ryan moves the story along on four different paths: Sean and family preparing/hunkering down in their bunker; Sean's wife trying to make her way home from Washington state to Virginia when the apocalypse begins; a female named Allison tries to elude the "inflicted" and others en-route to her grandmother's farm; and finally, Turk and his family in their bunker in Charlotte, NC. Both bunkers are eventually attacked by survivalists and it becomes necessary for Sean and Turk to leave the safety of their bunkers to take on these people who are threatening their existence.
The story moves right along; it's easy to read and difficult to put down. You will experience a range of emotions, and like me, becoming anxious while awaiting the publication of the next book in the series to see what happens next. Highly recommended! Great job Mr. Ryan!
John Podlaski, author
Cherries - A Vietnam War Novel
September 20, 2018
Meh. Missed Opportunity.....
It’s definitely not the worst series out there. The two main characters are extremely likable so they hook you from book #1, helping to keep you reading.
But book #2 doesn’t have much more going for it, sadly.
The series does get high marks for having some of the most interesting infected out there. With great depth and dimension. Unfortunately, however, we didn’t get to see any of that in this book. In fact, we hardly saw any “afflicted” action at all. Which is surprisingly early for a series??
To run out of ideas for infected action scenes- already in book #2? Usually author’s don’t lose focus and start drifting away from their main theme to more human-against-human drama until book #6 or so.
Thus it’s disappointing to have lost our “zombies” here so quickly. Other than brief shadowy figures in the forest who are easily out maneuvered. We’ve lost the heart and soul of “the afflicted.” Their being strong, intelligent, crafty, swift, emotional, individual at times, thinking beings. Now they are more like ghosts, common zombies, or simple props to make a scene work the way the author wants. (Forced versus flowing organically...)
Book #1 may have been like a great B Movie. And that was just it - it was great! I figured it would only get more filled out and richer from there. Sadly, I was wrong.
Tired storyline. With TOTAL missed opportunity to explore some of the coolest infected out there.
A total miss.
I’m going to check out the beginning of book #3, however. Perhaps L.T. Ryan somehow brings back the magic of book #1?? Fingers crossed....
It’s definitely not the worst series out there. The two main characters are extremely likable so they hook you from book #1, helping to keep you reading.
But book #2 doesn’t have much more going for it, sadly.
The series does get high marks for having some of the most interesting infected out there. With great depth and dimension. Unfortunately, however, we didn’t get to see any of that in this book. In fact, we hardly saw any “afflicted” action at all. Which is surprisingly early for a series??
To run out of ideas for infected action scenes- already in book #2? Usually author’s don’t lose focus and start drifting away from their main theme to more human-against-human drama until book #6 or so.
Thus it’s disappointing to have lost our “zombies” here so quickly. Other than brief shadowy figures in the forest who are easily out maneuvered. We’ve lost the heart and soul of “the afflicted.” Their being strong, intelligent, crafty, swift, emotional, individual at times, thinking beings. Now they are more like ghosts, common zombies, or simple props to make a scene work the way the author wants. (Forced versus flowing organically...)
Book #1 may have been like a great B Movie. And that was just it - it was great! I figured it would only get more filled out and richer from there. Sadly, I was wrong.
Tired storyline. With TOTAL missed opportunity to explore some of the coolest infected out there.
A total miss.
I’m going to check out the beginning of book #3, however. Perhaps L.T. Ryan somehow brings back the magic of book #1?? Fingers crossed....
January 9, 2019
Thrilling all the way through!
This book was just as captivating and thrilling as the first. While the first was Military the second was civilian but included the original military characters. I was again on the edge of my seat and unable to put the book down. I found myself reading at every opportunity. We met some new characters some I liked others I did not. The virus has spread before anyone but Sean and Turk have figured out what’s happening. I was sad at the loss of Sean’s wife, and although I wasn’t sad for Marcus I was for Turk. The twist towards the end with the camp of people was also a cool surprise pieces of the puzzle came together for Phil and in some ways Sean. It was sad to think the afflicted will make the camp but at the same time what they have been doing and how they treat people is wrong. Your following these people you’ve come to know through the first and now second book and can’t help but be holding hope they survive after already living through this in Nigeria. It was heartbreaking they lost their bunkers and neither knows what the other has been through or lost. The story really is one that it’s imaginable could take place, and there’s always going to be the light and the dark elements. People that want to save others and the people that want to destroy and take. If you enjoy this type genre you have to read this series, if you don’t you should still give it a try. I am really enjoying this series and cannot wait to start book 3 and see where they go and if they survive.
This book was just as captivating and thrilling as the first. While the first was Military the second was civilian but included the original military characters. I was again on the edge of my seat and unable to put the book down. I found myself reading at every opportunity. We met some new characters some I liked others I did not. The virus has spread before anyone but Sean and Turk have figured out what’s happening. I was sad at the loss of Sean’s wife, and although I wasn’t sad for Marcus I was for Turk. The twist towards the end with the camp of people was also a cool surprise pieces of the puzzle came together for Phil and in some ways Sean. It was sad to think the afflicted will make the camp but at the same time what they have been doing and how they treat people is wrong. Your following these people you’ve come to know through the first and now second book and can’t help but be holding hope they survive after already living through this in Nigeria. It was heartbreaking they lost their bunkers and neither knows what the other has been through or lost. The story really is one that it’s imaginable could take place, and there’s always going to be the light and the dark elements. People that want to save others and the people that want to destroy and take. If you enjoy this type genre you have to read this series, if you don’t you should still give it a try. I am really enjoying this series and cannot wait to start book 3 and see where they go and if they survive.
July 12, 2022
Read : July 12, 2022
Rating : 2,5 Stars
Eh, I read the first one, thought that wasn't the worst, which in the zombie subgenre is almost close to amazing.
Read this one, felt let down because we see pitifully little of the zombie like creatures and mainly a lot of general survival /bunker/prepper readiness.
Honestly, not only did I lose interest quite quick but those big strong military man that supposedly been trained to be the very best turned into on bumbling babes really fast compared to the first book.
I won't be reading the rest of this series unless I'm really bored since I read zombie books for the zombies not general apocalyptic events and how shitty people are.
Rating : 2,5 Stars
Eh, I read the first one, thought that wasn't the worst, which in the zombie subgenre is almost close to amazing.
Read this one, felt let down because we see pitifully little of the zombie like creatures and mainly a lot of general survival /bunker/prepper readiness.
Honestly, not only did I lose interest quite quick but those big strong military man that supposedly been trained to be the very best turned into on bumbling babes really fast compared to the first book.
I won't be reading the rest of this series unless I'm really bored since I read zombie books for the zombies not general apocalyptic events and how shitty people are.
June 10, 2018
This story is NEW
The First book tells about soldiers and how they were in Africa and “the z Plague”. This is a story about Families, trying to be prepared when you know the end is coming and when the shit hits the fan.. Also that people are usually more dangerous than the walking Plaguers.. but then you never really know a persons reasons for doing what they do. So we meet the Ryder Family, Turks Family and another family.. living out in the woods taking people to safety...
The First book tells about soldiers and how they were in Africa and “the z Plague”. This is a story about Families, trying to be prepared when you know the end is coming and when the shit hits the fan.. Also that people are usually more dangerous than the walking Plaguers.. but then you never really know a persons reasons for doing what they do. So we meet the Ryder Family, Turks Family and another family.. living out in the woods taking people to safety...
April 25, 2018
Affliction Z: Abandoned Hope. L.T. Ryan
Survival in near primitive conditions. An apocalypse has been unleashed on the world. A deadly, intentional virus unleashed on mankind. The infected turn into flesh eating humanoids, zombies. This is a story of survival, bravery and unimaginable loss. My highest recommendation
Survival in near primitive conditions. An apocalypse has been unleashed on the world. A deadly, intentional virus unleashed on mankind. The infected turn into flesh eating humanoids, zombies. This is a story of survival, bravery and unimaginable loss. My highest recommendation
October 8, 2018
Great read
Great story line that continues with a biological virus that is killing most of the people in the world with some of the virus afflicted surviving and becoming raw flesh eaters and cannibals. Two of the original survivors from Nigeria are still trying to survive and help others they know are safe in the eastern U.S.
Great story line that continues with a biological virus that is killing most of the people in the world with some of the virus afflicted surviving and becoming raw flesh eaters and cannibals. Two of the original survivors from Nigeria are still trying to survive and help others they know are safe in the eastern U.S.
January 5, 2019
Survival at its best
Despite being #2 of a series, the new plots and characters make the reader stay interested. The terror of the known zombies and unknown other survivors permeate the book. Suspension of moral judgements is required to deal with the heart wrenching decisions the characters must make. The book is a recommended read.
Despite being #2 of a series, the new plots and characters make the reader stay interested. The terror of the known zombies and unknown other survivors permeate the book. Suspension of moral judgements is required to deal with the heart wrenching decisions the characters must make. The book is a recommended read.
August 5, 2020
After reading the first book I was inclined to continue and see where the story went. Unfortunately it doesn't improve and the characters become shallow and predictable stereotypes and at times frustrating due to plot devices (like Emma going from a kid to leading barb to save Sean. Only to get caught right away). The first half was also incredibly cliche it felt like nothing interesting happened
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December 2, 2021
Vol two is better than col one!
After the debacle of Nigeria Sean and Turk are paid off by the army as long as they stayvquiet. They both build bomb shelters, just in case.
The disease eventually becomes pandemic . Both go to their shelters with a selected company of trusted friends.
Abandoned hope tells the story of the shelters until there is trouble.
After the debacle of Nigeria Sean and Turk are paid off by the army as long as they stayvquiet. They both build bomb shelters, just in case.
The disease eventually becomes pandemic . Both go to their shelters with a selected company of trusted friends.
Abandoned hope tells the story of the shelters until there is trouble.
June 18, 2022
Book 2
Book 2 was a fun read and had errors throughout. The plot and characters developed well and the story introduced new characters to the plot. The new characters were a bit annoying and drew away from the story at times. The plot was predictable and it seemed the characters were not getting any closer to their goals.
Book 2 was a fun read and had errors throughout. The plot and characters developed well and the story introduced new characters to the plot. The new characters were a bit annoying and drew away from the story at times. The plot was predictable and it seemed the characters were not getting any closer to their goals.
November 28, 2017
Enjoyed the story
I like the story just disappointed in some of the main two characters choices.
Maybe you can't think of everything but ...
Ahhh well keeps the story moving. I shall see what happens in the next book maybe they will do better.
I like the story just disappointed in some of the main two characters choices.
Maybe you can't think of everything but ...
Ahhh well keeps the story moving. I shall see what happens in the next book maybe they will do better.
December 19, 2018
Affliction Z 2
Good cast of characters. Decent description of life in an underground bunker. Good copy editing.
My only quibble, not addressing the potty needs of bringing a dog underground.
Good cast of characters. Decent description of life in an underground bunker. Good copy editing.
My only quibble, not addressing the potty needs of bringing a dog underground.
February 13, 2020
The Afflicted
Well, Turk and Sean pulled themselves out of a mess. Disappointed that both of their bunkers appeared to be easily compromised. I guess you really can’t plan for everything. On to the next adventure.
Well, Turk and Sean pulled themselves out of a mess. Disappointed that both of their bunkers appeared to be easily compromised. I guess you really can’t plan for everything. On to the next adventure.
September 16, 2021
A just ok read
The book is ok but that's about it the hero's make all the wrong moves or choices yet still win in the end a very predictable read with the zombies mostly on the sidelines
The book is ok but that's about it the hero's make all the wrong moves or choices yet still win in the end a very predictable read with the zombies mostly on the sidelines
November 5, 2021
Viruses
It is scary that this relates to today in terms of a virus gone wild. Sadly, people seem to be people and continue to try to rule others and destroy what they can't. The books are a great read. I am on to book three...
It is scary that this relates to today in terms of a virus gone wild. Sadly, people seem to be people and continue to try to rule others and destroy what they can't. The books are a great read. I am on to book three...
April 8, 2018
Kept me interested.
Good read, kept me interested and following the two main characters. I look forward to reading the next two installments.
Good read, kept me interested and following the two main characters. I look forward to reading the next two installments.
July 30, 2018
Great series!
For any apocalyptic fans oit there, I would totally suggest this book. It was so good that it was hard to put down.
For any apocalyptic fans oit there, I would totally suggest this book. It was so good that it was hard to put down.
January 8, 2019
Another book you can't put down
LT Ryan has done it again! I just couldn't put this book down. So suspenseful and captivating. Onto the third book!!
LT Ryan has done it again! I just couldn't put this book down. So suspenseful and captivating. Onto the third book!!
April 26, 2019
Good easy read
Enjoyed the development of the characters. The building of different societal groups was an good angle. It's been a fun read.
Enjoyed the development of the characters. The building of different societal groups was an good angle. It's been a fun read.
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December 30, 2019entertaining
January 12, 2020
Action packed
A fast paced easy read. I have enjoyed these books and look forward to the remaining books in the series.
A fast paced easy read. I have enjoyed these books and look forward to the remaining books in the series.
June 30, 2021
Great series
Really enjoying this series . Good characters and an enjoyable plot . I am looking forward to the q book .
Really enjoying this series . Good characters and an enjoyable plot . I am looking forward to the q book .
November 30, 2021
Best book of this year so far for me
Best book of this year so far for me with a strong story and characters grow and develop their own personal nightmare
Best book of this year so far for me with a strong story and characters grow and develop their own personal nightmare
June 3, 2022
I liked the book, it was a nice diversion from my normal reading genre.
August 29, 2022
Grab your seat and hang on. Nonstop action and suspense! I can see a movie produced out of this series!
August 10, 2023
still interesting
Enjoy the family characters trying to survive and staying together. After Covid last year, it seems more possible to happen.
Enjoy the family characters trying to survive and staying together. After Covid last year, it seems more possible to happen.
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