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The Fallen #1
Endangered
What would you do if the world's end came with a rock falling from the sky?
Quinn is trapped in deadlock traffic when it happens. Planes fall out of the sky, a meteorite hits the harbour, and the city is taken by waves of toxic water.
Seizures sweep the highway before they show themselves—the others.
Quinn doesn't care why they have come, or what they want from earth. She is just trying to survive the First Cull with the guy who saved her life.
Together, Quinn and Darce search for any way out of the doomed city, while avoiding the Others at every turn. But their journey won't be easy when the Others can invade any living host, and your closest ally might just become your greatest enemy. The fate of those who survived the First Cull hangs in the balance of trust and partnership, but when Quinn's cold heart begins to thaw, the last of humanity faces extinction.
And she has her own demons to fight.
Endangered is an apocalyptic alien invasion story set in Sydney, and is the first in the two-part series, The Fallen.
Quinn is trapped in deadlock traffic when it happens. Planes fall out of the sky, a meteorite hits the harbour, and the city is taken by waves of toxic water.
Seizures sweep the highway before they show themselves—the others.
Quinn doesn't care why they have come, or what they want from earth. She is just trying to survive the First Cull with the guy who saved her life.
Together, Quinn and Darce search for any way out of the doomed city, while avoiding the Others at every turn. But their journey won't be easy when the Others can invade any living host, and your closest ally might just become your greatest enemy. The fate of those who survived the First Cull hangs in the balance of trust and partnership, but when Quinn's cold heart begins to thaw, the last of humanity faces extinction.
And she has her own demons to fight.
Endangered is an apocalyptic alien invasion story set in Sydney, and is the first in the two-part series, The Fallen.
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First published April 1, 2019
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May 25, 2019
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* eARC received from the author in exchange for an honest review, this does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review *
I love Alien invasion stories, when the author asked me if I want to review this book, I really didn’t even think twice before accepting it because I loved her previous works. Well, this book was a delight to read! It has some fifth wave vibes and I immensely enjoyed reading it. The plot, the setting, and the characters were incredible. My only issue with this book was that it was too short. I wish it was a bit longer because I wanted more of it. I loved the main characters Quinn and Darce. They're amazing! The author did a great job in writing this book. I finished it in one sitting!
Quinn is struggling with anxiety and because of her issues, she had no social life and was left with few friends who're close to giving up on her. Soon her entire world turns upside down, when their world is invaded by the others. Planes fall out of the sky, a meteorite hits the harbour, and the city is taken by waves of toxic water. The world that she knew is no more. All the communication satellites, and the electricity were shut off, people begin to die in mysterious way. During the first cull, Quinn surprisingly makes it out alive with the help of a stranger named Darce. Together they both try to avoid the others who can invade any living host while struggling to survive.
I enjoyed Quinn's character! She's vulnerable yet strong woman. Despite her illness, she always stood strong and fought for her life. Darce's character is both mysterious and very much intriguing. His secret was easy to guess, but I was still anticipating for the part when Quinn finally figures it out. There's no romance in this book but there's something going on between our main characters. Darce was fascinated with Quinn and he was very protective of her. Quinn also starts to like him until she learns about his secret. I want to say more but I don't want to give away any spoilers.
The plot was very well written! It was engaging, entertaining and thrilling. Although some part of it was predictable, it didn't lessen my interest. It was a fast paced read with no dull moments throughout. The dark Tar thing might seem a little cringy to some readers but I didn't hated that aspect because I like gore in my YA books. The writing was good and easy to follow. The book was written In Quinn's first person POV. The setting was perfect! The author had created a perfect atmosphere filled with chaos and danger.
Overall, I loved this book! The ending had left me dying for the sequel! I can't wait to know what happens next! I really hope the second part is much longer than this one!
* eARC received from the author in exchange for an honest review, this does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review *
I love Alien invasion stories, when the author asked me if I want to review this book, I really didn’t even think twice before accepting it because I loved her previous works. Well, this book was a delight to read! It has some fifth wave vibes and I immensely enjoyed reading it. The plot, the setting, and the characters were incredible. My only issue with this book was that it was too short. I wish it was a bit longer because I wanted more of it. I loved the main characters Quinn and Darce. They're amazing! The author did a great job in writing this book. I finished it in one sitting!
Quinn is struggling with anxiety and because of her issues, she had no social life and was left with few friends who're close to giving up on her. Soon her entire world turns upside down, when their world is invaded by the others. Planes fall out of the sky, a meteorite hits the harbour, and the city is taken by waves of toxic water. The world that she knew is no more. All the communication satellites, and the electricity were shut off, people begin to die in mysterious way. During the first cull, Quinn surprisingly makes it out alive with the help of a stranger named Darce. Together they both try to avoid the others who can invade any living host while struggling to survive.
I enjoyed Quinn's character! She's vulnerable yet strong woman. Despite her illness, she always stood strong and fought for her life. Darce's character is both mysterious and very much intriguing. His secret was easy to guess, but I was still anticipating for the part when Quinn finally figures it out. There's no romance in this book but there's something going on between our main characters. Darce was fascinated with Quinn and he was very protective of her. Quinn also starts to like him until she learns about his secret. I want to say more but I don't want to give away any spoilers.
The plot was very well written! It was engaging, entertaining and thrilling. Although some part of it was predictable, it didn't lessen my interest. It was a fast paced read with no dull moments throughout. The dark Tar thing might seem a little cringy to some readers but I didn't hated that aspect because I like gore in my YA books. The writing was good and easy to follow. The book was written In Quinn's first person POV. The setting was perfect! The author had created a perfect atmosphere filled with chaos and danger.
Overall, I loved this book! The ending had left me dying for the sequel! I can't wait to know what happens next! I really hope the second part is much longer than this one!
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April 2, 2019
ENDANGERED
The Fallen Book 1
This was a great book. I loved the adventure, and the twists in the book. The invasion has happened. All you can do is try to avoid the others, and make sure they don't get you!! I loved the storyline, and the worldbuilding. I could feel myself running with Quinn and Darce. It was great! Can't wait for the next book!
The Fallen Book 1
This was a great book. I loved the adventure, and the twists in the book. The invasion has happened. All you can do is try to avoid the others, and make sure they don't get you!! I loved the storyline, and the worldbuilding. I could feel myself running with Quinn and Darce. It was great! Can't wait for the next book!
November 3, 2019
Alien invasion psychological horror has never looked so utterly terrifying. I was hooked, and I'm not even usually in to those genres. That is the power of great foreshadowing, tense scene setting, and a strong personality at the heart of the story.
Think Falling Skies, District 9, The Walking Dead and Stephenie Meyer's The Host all getting together for a party and you'd be somewhere close, but not quite. Because it asks the big question: how would you cope if the world was coming to an end and your mental health was already in a bad place?
The story follows Quinn, a young woman with a history of panic attacks and a ballsy attitude that hasn't been aired much outside her own head since the anxiety ate her life. Stuck in traffic outside Sydney, she witnesses an apocalyptic nightmare. Engines stop, planes fall from the sky, a meteor hits the bay... And the city burns even as it drowns. Then come the noises. The seizures. The deaths. Surrounded by corpses, Quinn doesn't stop for long enough to wonder why she's still alive. She remains that way thanks to the help of the taciturn Darce, but can she trust this stranger? And can she cope when her little bottle of pills runs out?
Quinn is really something. A tough-talking Aussie girl who knows how everyone sees her ("weak" for needing pills, for not being able to cope) and doesn't give a damn. Or at least, she tries not to. Her anxiety and coping mechanisms are startlingly realistic, as are the attitudes that have led her to fear rejection. It's so rare to find this sort of depiction without it being judgemental or sounding false. You feel for her as terror wars with her need to survive. She may be a snarky and awkward, but she's so self-aware it's scary to watch.
The tension in this book is stomach-churning. You are so sure you know what's going on but that wait while the characters put it all together... It's horribly perfect. All that and not a disappointing alien in sight. Psychological horror keeps it vague but no less frightening.
I am sick with nerves to find out what happens next. I mean that in a positive way. I think.
Think Falling Skies, District 9, The Walking Dead and Stephenie Meyer's The Host all getting together for a party and you'd be somewhere close, but not quite. Because it asks the big question: how would you cope if the world was coming to an end and your mental health was already in a bad place?
The story follows Quinn, a young woman with a history of panic attacks and a ballsy attitude that hasn't been aired much outside her own head since the anxiety ate her life. Stuck in traffic outside Sydney, she witnesses an apocalyptic nightmare. Engines stop, planes fall from the sky, a meteor hits the bay... And the city burns even as it drowns. Then come the noises. The seizures. The deaths. Surrounded by corpses, Quinn doesn't stop for long enough to wonder why she's still alive. She remains that way thanks to the help of the taciturn Darce, but can she trust this stranger? And can she cope when her little bottle of pills runs out?
Quinn is really something. A tough-talking Aussie girl who knows how everyone sees her ("weak" for needing pills, for not being able to cope) and doesn't give a damn. Or at least, she tries not to. Her anxiety and coping mechanisms are startlingly realistic, as are the attitudes that have led her to fear rejection. It's so rare to find this sort of depiction without it being judgemental or sounding false. You feel for her as terror wars with her need to survive. She may be a snarky and awkward, but she's so self-aware it's scary to watch.
The tension in this book is stomach-churning. You are so sure you know what's going on but that wait while the characters put it all together... It's horribly perfect. All that and not a disappointing alien in sight. Psychological horror keeps it vague but no less frightening.
I am sick with nerves to find out what happens next. I mean that in a positive way. I think.
April 12, 2019
This is a nice plot and the author does a great job of bringing her world alive and she has written some wonderful well-developed characters. This book took me through a gambit of emotions as the characters struggle to survive and come to terms with their new reality. I really loved reading this book and eagerly look forward to book 2.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.
April 5, 2019
This is the 1st book I've read written Isla Jones; she has done a great job at writing a good book; I will definitely be reading more of her books.
The story line caught my attention at the very beginning and kept me interested throughout the entire book.
I received a free copy of this book via booksprout and I’m voluntarily leaving a review.
The story line caught my attention at the very beginning and kept me interested throughout the entire book.
I received a free copy of this book via booksprout and I’m voluntarily leaving a review.
January 19, 2021
The font changes halfway through!
Man, I wanted to finish this story! But the font changed to an absurdly huge size halfway through the book, and it was unreadable. I adjusted it to the smallest option, and even then it was painful to try and swipe through. Bummed, but hey.
Man, I wanted to finish this story! But the font changed to an absurdly huge size halfway through the book, and it was unreadable. I adjusted it to the smallest option, and even then it was painful to try and swipe through. Bummed, but hey.
March 20, 2021
Left me confused but intrigued
So, is this a book one of a series? There is so much potential and I hope that the end is not this terrible thing I just read. There is no HEA and the plot has so much to offer for at least three books.
So, is this a book one of a series? There is so much potential and I hope that the end is not this terrible thing I just read. There is no HEA and the plot has so much to offer for at least three books.
April 9, 2019
Excellent!!!!!
Gripping from the very start. So many emotions, fear, sadness you name it its there. Every book Isla writes is amazing!!!! My new favorite aurhor!
Gripping from the very start. So many emotions, fear, sadness you name it its there. Every book Isla writes is amazing!!!! My new favorite aurhor!
November 11, 2019
Fantastic
This is an excellent story! I fully plan to read the sequels! Good characters an example is one character killing a person they loved and chilled that they will return and broken heartedly missing them at the same time!
This is an excellent story! I fully plan to read the sequels! Good characters an example is one character killing a person they loved and chilled that they will return and broken heartedly missing them at the same time!
December 12, 2019
First book Endangered i would give 5 stars.
Second one Extinct was really rushed, had some unanswered questions and That is a big NO for me!
It Ruined Everything! Gone are those couple of hours of my life for such a shitty ending.
Second one Extinct was really rushed, had some unanswered questions and That is a big NO for me!
It Ruined Everything! Gone are those couple of hours of my life for such a shitty ending.
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