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The Undead #21
The Undead Day Twenty One
The Undead Day Twenty One A deadly infection spreads across Europe.The Undead A terrifying account of one man desperately struggling to survive this harrowing event "A whip-cracking, adrenaline-fuelled doozy of a book!" "The best series ever!" "A cracking read..." "You'll cheer, laugh and cry..." "A gem of a series." "Gripping." "The best zombie series by far." find out more about the author at rrhaywood.com*The Undead is entirely self-published.
568 pages, Paperback
Published November 23, 2019
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R.R. Haywood
93 books1,221 followers"One of the most original voices of our time." - Richard Moriarty, The Sun
"Whether it's gritty horror, spectacular sci-fi, or insane comedy, RR Haywood delivers in style." - Chris Riches, Daily Express
RR Haywood is a Washington Post, Wall Street Journal, Amazon, and Audible bestselling author with over 4 million books sold and more than 30 Kindle Bestsellers. As one of the top ten most downloaded indie authors in the UK, Haywood has captivated readers worldwide with his diverse storytelling.
His creations include the global sensation EXTRACTED, the riveting CODE TRILOGY narrated by Colin Morgan, the phenomenal UNDEAD Series, the blockbuster DELIO, PHASE ONE, and the chart-topping A TOWN CALLED DISCOVERY. His latest work, FICTION LAND, narrated by Game of Thrones star Gethin Anthony, has been hailed as "an outrageously funny tour de force."
A former police officer, Haywood now resides with his dogs on the north coast of the Isle of Wight. He entertains audiences and shares his expertise on TikTok with his Writing Class for the Working Class.
"Whether it's gritty horror, spectacular sci-fi, or insane comedy, RR Haywood delivers in style." - Chris Riches, Daily Express
RR Haywood is a Washington Post, Wall Street Journal, Amazon, and Audible bestselling author with over 4 million books sold and more than 30 Kindle Bestsellers. As one of the top ten most downloaded indie authors in the UK, Haywood has captivated readers worldwide with his diverse storytelling.
His creations include the global sensation EXTRACTED, the riveting CODE TRILOGY narrated by Colin Morgan, the phenomenal UNDEAD Series, the blockbuster DELIO, PHASE ONE, and the chart-topping A TOWN CALLED DISCOVERY. His latest work, FICTION LAND, narrated by Game of Thrones star Gethin Anthony, has been hailed as "an outrageously funny tour de force."
A former police officer, Haywood now resides with his dogs on the north coast of the Isle of Wight. He entertains audiences and shares his expertise on TikTok with his Writing Class for the Working Class.
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September 23, 2018
THE UNDEAD DAY 21
More tense fighting of the undead. The battle scenes are descriptive from beginning to end. A village setting or in a seaside resort. Blood flies as the zombies die in all ways imaginable! The characters have grown in such ways that each one is just as important to the story as any other would be. I noticed that the series is 22 books, knowing that I hope that the next one is not the entire set. For such a great series to end in a single book, even being nice long reads, I'm hoping the 22nd isn't the end.
More tense fighting of the undead. The battle scenes are descriptive from beginning to end. A village setting or in a seaside resort. Blood flies as the zombies die in all ways imaginable! The characters have grown in such ways that each one is just as important to the story as any other would be. I noticed that the series is 22 books, knowing that I hope that the next one is not the entire set. For such a great series to end in a single book, even being nice long reads, I'm hoping the 22nd isn't the end.
February 24, 2020
very good book, will make you laugh and cry.
This is an excellent book and a great series, not your usual zombie book. The strength of the book is based on the dynamic development of the characters and what they mean to each other. You laugh you cry, the book has plenty of action sequences and a very sad ending. Simon should tell the team what he knows, it would boost the morale of the team. Can’t say anything was wrong with this book but one thing you learn is the most dangerous enemy is man. Like I said great series great book read it.
This is an excellent book and a great series, not your usual zombie book. The strength of the book is based on the dynamic development of the characters and what they mean to each other. You laugh you cry, the book has plenty of action sequences and a very sad ending. Simon should tell the team what he knows, it would boost the morale of the team. Can’t say anything was wrong with this book but one thing you learn is the most dangerous enemy is man. Like I said great series great book read it.
June 21, 2021
A real struggle
Since Day 20 I took a break from reading Richards series, I came back because I used to love it. Unfortunately there is elements in his newer books I am sorry to say what I find no easy way to put this annoying and I have to stop put the book down. It’s the second book in a row I could not finish.
His choice in new character generation is puzzling because that was one of his best writing strengths.
He is one of the best zombie apocalypse writers out there, it’s just no longer for me sorry.
Since Day 20 I took a break from reading Richards series, I came back because I used to love it. Unfortunately there is elements in his newer books I am sorry to say what I find no easy way to put this annoying and I have to stop put the book down. It’s the second book in a row I could not finish.
His choice in new character generation is puzzling because that was one of his best writing strengths.
He is one of the best zombie apocalypse writers out there, it’s just no longer for me sorry.
February 22, 2017
Love, love, love this series. Usually in a long series by book 5 everything seems to be a repeat of what came before. Here? No way!
September 10, 2024
The Undead Day Twenty One
The Undead #21
Sci-Fi
R.R. Haywood
⭐️⭐️⭐️.5
• ᴄʀᴜᴇʟᴛʏ • ʀᴇᴅᴇᴍᴘᴛɪᴏɴ • ʀᴇꜱᴄᴜᴇ •
I don't mind Gregori's POV but it tends to frustrate me because he constantly has to repeat himself when speaking to the Boy and then when he discovered a woman tied up in a house, she constantly questioned him.
The Boy made me curious. Zombies don't try to kill him, he can control them, I think he can read their minds and he has dreams about Howie and his team. I have a feeling he is connected to The Infection, and not in a good way.
The pacing was a little slow for me. I found myself looking forward to reading about Howie, rather than Gregori, Cass and the Boy.
The mystery POV intrigued me. I wanted to know who the group were and why they were searching for Howie.
I'm glad Maddox had the opportunity to redeem himself. He really does fit in the group well but he doesn't want to admit it.
The ending was quite emotional. Howie and his team have lost so many people throughout this series but this was the first time they actually had the opportunity to bury one of their own. It was sad and while happy memories were shared, ultimately, it was full of grief.
The Undead #21
Sci-Fi
R.R. Haywood
⭐️⭐️⭐️.5
• ᴄʀᴜᴇʟᴛʏ • ʀᴇᴅᴇᴍᴘᴛɪᴏɴ • ʀᴇꜱᴄᴜᴇ •
I don't mind Gregori's POV but it tends to frustrate me because he constantly has to repeat himself when speaking to the Boy and then when he discovered a woman tied up in a house, she constantly questioned him.
The Boy made me curious. Zombies don't try to kill him, he can control them, I think he can read their minds and he has dreams about Howie and his team. I have a feeling he is connected to The Infection, and not in a good way.
The pacing was a little slow for me. I found myself looking forward to reading about Howie, rather than Gregori, Cass and the Boy.
The mystery POV intrigued me. I wanted to know who the group were and why they were searching for Howie.
I'm glad Maddox had the opportunity to redeem himself. He really does fit in the group well but he doesn't want to admit it.
The ending was quite emotional. Howie and his team have lost so many people throughout this series but this was the first time they actually had the opportunity to bury one of their own. It was sad and while happy memories were shared, ultimately, it was full of grief.
October 2, 2022
Day 21: Cassie, the Pirate and the Base.
The first third or so follows a new character, Cassie. She may be the only character I have truly disliked in this series right away. Maybe you’re supposed to? I wasn’t a fan of her storyline at all.
The rest of the book followed Howie’s crew. I laughed out loud, but I also shed real tears of sadness and emotion. I have such a fondness of every one of those characters.
Have to give a huge shoutout to the narrator. There are so many characters in this series and he does a fantastic job of giving each of them their own voice. He took over this series after most of the main characters had been established by another narrator and he managed to keep the sounds of the voices basically the same.
The first third or so follows a new character, Cassie. She may be the only character I have truly disliked in this series right away. Maybe you’re supposed to? I wasn’t a fan of her storyline at all.
The rest of the book followed Howie’s crew. I laughed out loud, but I also shed real tears of sadness and emotion. I have such a fondness of every one of those characters.
Have to give a huge shoutout to the narrator. There are so many characters in this series and he does a fantastic job of giving each of them their own voice. He took over this series after most of the main characters had been established by another narrator and he managed to keep the sounds of the voices basically the same.
November 9, 2025
I took a break from the Undead series, since it’s still incomplete, and I didn’t want to burn through the books too quickly. The fact that it’s been seven months and I’ve still got enough interest to come back really is a testament to the world and characters Haywood has created.
The ever-changing plot and constant developments keep things interesting, combined with these loveably flawed characters, is a powerful combination.
I found the first third of the book, which follows ‘The Boy’ storyline, a bit slower—but definitely less frustrating than similar parts in earlier books. The rest of the story picked up nicely, with a faster pace and a lot more emotional weight.
The ever-changing plot and constant developments keep things interesting, combined with these loveably flawed characters, is a powerful combination.
I found the first third of the book, which follows ‘The Boy’ storyline, a bit slower—but definitely less frustrating than similar parts in earlier books. The rest of the story picked up nicely, with a faster pace and a lot more emotional weight.
September 19, 2018
Good god, that was suspenseful!
I think I nearly had a heart attack reading this one!!! I think I was reading faster than the speed of light trying to ....well I can't say for spoiler reasons but I needed to know what was going to be resolved and couldn't bear to think what wouldn't be! I don't like how much further Marcie went after she'd done the important bit 😉 I did not agree with her reasoning. Those peeps were just scared and maybe Marcie needs to study Howie's philosophy about doing the right thing.
I hate that kid by the way...!
I think I nearly had a heart attack reading this one!!! I think I was reading faster than the speed of light trying to ....well I can't say for spoiler reasons but I needed to know what was going to be resolved and couldn't bear to think what wouldn't be! I don't like how much further Marcie went after she'd done the important bit 😉 I did not agree with her reasoning. Those peeps were just scared and maybe Marcie needs to study Howie's philosophy about doing the right thing.
I hate that kid by the way...!
February 24, 2017
Brilliant!
I've been waiting for this book for so long and it didn't disappoint! Not to give too many spoilers but day 21 brings a real twist, some truly barbaric human behaviour and one devastating death. I'm intrigued by the character 'boy' too, whose storyline has really begun to develop. I read it in a day, I tried putting it down, to make it last, but failed! When's day 22 out, I can't wait!
I've been waiting for this book for so long and it didn't disappoint! Not to give too many spoilers but day 21 brings a real twist, some truly barbaric human behaviour and one devastating death. I'm intrigued by the character 'boy' too, whose storyline has really begun to develop. I read it in a day, I tried putting it down, to make it last, but failed! When's day 22 out, I can't wait!
February 22, 2017
Pure brilliance!!
Yet another amazing day in The undead series. So much action packed into one book. Great characters that have started to feel like real life friends. This series has it all, zombies, blood, guts, love and laughs. Leaves you with lots to think about, roll on day 22.
Yet another amazing day in The undead series. So much action packed into one book. Great characters that have started to feel like real life friends. This series has it all, zombies, blood, guts, love and laughs. Leaves you with lots to think about, roll on day 22.
February 25, 2017
The best there is
So good. Really, I'm wrung out! Every emotion, one after the other. Characters you care about, full of depth, humour, decency, flaws. And all the nail-biting action you could wish for. The books get better and better, they suck you in, wring you dry, and spit you back out. Love it!
So good. Really, I'm wrung out! Every emotion, one after the other. Characters you care about, full of depth, humour, decency, flaws. And all the nail-biting action you could wish for. The books get better and better, they suck you in, wring you dry, and spit you back out. Love it!
December 30, 2017
Another great read.
Trying to spread the word as fast as the disease is spreading, so great to find an English author writing such great books, funny, violent heart warming and leaves you wanting more, if you haven't read them, stop mucking about and read em, to Mr Haywood for what you've done to Blinky, fist me.
Trying to spread the word as fast as the disease is spreading, so great to find an English author writing such great books, funny, violent heart warming and leaves you wanting more, if you haven't read them, stop mucking about and read em, to Mr Haywood for what you've done to Blinky, fist me.
May 7, 2020
Probably the darkest tone of all the books to date, with such an undercurrent of violence and the darkness of mankind. There are some incredibly sad moments but also some instances of incredible emotion and feeling. Tears were shed. I simply couldn't read this book quick enough and having devoured it, I'm already thinking of reading the next instalment. Complete and utterly amazing.
January 6, 2021
OMG
That was emotional! I never saw that one coming..and It’s hard to keep track of all the characters! I thought it would be the showdown with “boy” maybe or..that while all the bad stuff was happening that there wouldn’t be a good ending.. while it was sad it was a good ending and ow have to race off to book 22.
That was emotional! I never saw that one coming..and It’s hard to keep track of all the characters! I thought it would be the showdown with “boy” maybe or..that while all the bad stuff was happening that there wouldn’t be a good ending.. while it was sad it was a good ending and ow have to race off to book 22.
March 7, 2017
I was very glad to see another day of this series available to read. I'm not typically a Horror fan but I love this series. The characters are so unique and the author makes me want to love or hate all of them.
January 17, 2018
Breathtaking
I'm not afraid to say I cried at reading this as it's so emotional after following the group for so long you become attached to them and I went between anger ,sorrow,not and so many other emotions now for day 22!
I'm not afraid to say I cried at reading this as it's so emotional after following the group for so long you become attached to them and I went between anger ,sorrow,not and so many other emotions now for day 22!
August 22, 2019
Another amazing book about Mr. Howie, Dave and team on their mission to wipe out the undead. There are times when I laughed and times when I cried reading this book, it is a rollercoaster of emotions.
December 10, 2019
Excellent Series
I'm loving the series. Some days not as good as others but still good. Day Twenty One was busy for all the characters. There was a lot going on but I can't say because don't want to spoil it for others. I'm still reading, so that says it all.
I'm loving the series. Some days not as good as others but still good. Day Twenty One was busy for all the characters. There was a lot going on but I can't say because don't want to spoil it for others. I'm still reading, so that says it all.
December 30, 2021
Slower than normal start, but epic finish.
I kind of struggled to get into the first half of this book which was unusual, but the second half I couldn't put the book down at the shocking development and emotional ending.
Can't wait to start Day Twenty Two!
I kind of struggled to get into the first half of this book which was unusual, but the second half I couldn't put the book down at the shocking development and emotional ending.
Can't wait to start Day Twenty Two!
June 9, 2022
Just keeps getting better
This series of books is a must for readers of zombie themed reads as it leads the reader on a journey of adventure and excitement that just gets better and better
This series of books is a must for readers of zombie themed reads as it leads the reader on a journey of adventure and excitement that just gets better and better
February 27, 2017
Zombies, Fast Paced Action
The mis-matched team continues battling 'hordes', searching for a cure; the excitement, horror, gore, unexpected humor, never ends. Excellent Series
The mis-matched team continues battling 'hordes', searching for a cure; the excitement, horror, gore, unexpected humor, never ends. Excellent Series
May 11, 2017
Excellent !
Best yet! Shame about Blinky. However, I cannot wait for Day Twenty Two. When is it due to be published?
Best yet! Shame about Blinky. However, I cannot wait for Day Twenty Two. When is it due to be published?
September 26, 2017
The undead day twenty one
Really good read all of them enjoyed and could read again and not get bored with them hope to read more soon
Really good read all of them enjoyed and could read again and not get bored with them hope to read more soon
January 9, 2018
Wow. Just..........wow
I had to remind myself to breath reading this book. Just when you think it can't get any better........ Thank you RR Haywood for another amazing installment
I had to remind myself to breath reading this book. Just when you think it can't get any better........ Thank you RR Haywood for another amazing installment
April 3, 2018
Mr haywood you are a genius
Just the best series I have ever read and simply genius , thank you Mr haywood for enriching my life .
Just the best series I have ever read and simply genius , thank you Mr haywood for enriching my life .
May 29, 2019
Read this on a flight from Sydney to Singapore, couldn't put it down. Keep up the good work Mr Haywood.
December 31, 2019
Rollercoaster of emotions
Really enjoyed this book
The interaction between the characters is very well written and makes you feel almost part of the pack.
Really enjoyed this book
The interaction between the characters is very well written and makes you feel almost part of the pack.
April 11, 2020
Loved it
These books just get better and better. I find myself racing through them to see what happens next. I can hardly wait to get started on the next one.
These books just get better and better. I find myself racing through them to see what happens next. I can hardly wait to get started on the next one.
June 4, 2020
Gripping
Gripping as always, great stuff! So many things happening in this book, it definitely keeps you thinking. Recommend all the Undead books.
Gripping as always, great stuff! So many things happening in this book, it definitely keeps you thinking. Recommend all the Undead books.
June 23, 2020
Still a really good story, the additional side characters are starting to feel less torturous but I am left hoping they just get forgotten in the next book.
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