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Surviving the Evacuation: No More News: Surviving the Evacuation
Night and day, a war is waged against an enemy that doesn’t tire or retreat, ask for quarter or offer it. But victory is in sight. The undead can be defeated. As long as the supply lines are maintained. As long as the ultimate sacrifice is selflessly made again and again. As long as the worst of the apocalypse is behind them. But though the apocalypse has begun, the reckoning is still to come. Less
Though the apocalypse has begun, the reckoning is still to come.
When Pete Guinn went to Australia to find his missing sister, he left behind the woman he loved. In the city he once called home, panic and chaos arrive long before the living dead. As South Bend burns to the ground, Olivia flees, seeking safety in the remote woods of Michigan. But the backwoods are no safer than the outback, and nowhere is remote enough to escape the horrors of the living dead.
With global communications systems fractured, Pete Guinn and his sister, Corrie, are a small part of a large effort to re-establish contact between the forces still fighting the undead. As they journey east across Canada, they instead find the frontline. An army is being formed out of Canadians and refugees from the United States, out of retirees, reservists, and conscripts. Night and day, a war is waged against an enemy that doesn’t tire or retreat, ask for quarter or offer it. But victory is in sight. The undead can be defeated. As long as the supply lines are maintained. As long as the ultimate sacrifice is selflessly made again and again. As long as the worst of the apocalypse is behind them. But though the apocalypse has begun, the reckoning is still to come.
Set in Canada and the U.S. Midwest, continuing the story of the survivors in the Pacific, which began in Outback Outbreak, No More News is a story of love and war as the apocalypse tears our world apart.
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Though the apocalypse has begun, the reckoning is still to come.
When Pete Guinn went to Australia to find his missing sister, he left behind the woman he loved. In the city he once called home, panic and chaos arrive long before the living dead. As South Bend burns to the ground, Olivia flees, seeking safety in the remote woods of Michigan. But the backwoods are no safer than the outback, and nowhere is remote enough to escape the horrors of the living dead.
With global communications systems fractured, Pete Guinn and his sister, Corrie, are a small part of a large effort to re-establish contact between the forces still fighting the undead. As they journey east across Canada, they instead find the frontline. An army is being formed out of Canadians and refugees from the United States, out of retirees, reservists, and conscripts. Night and day, a war is waged against an enemy that doesn’t tire or retreat, ask for quarter or offer it. But victory is in sight. The undead can be defeated. As long as the supply lines are maintained. As long as the ultimate sacrifice is selflessly made again and again. As long as the worst of the apocalypse is behind them. But though the apocalypse has begun, the reckoning is still to come.
Set in Canada and the U.S. Midwest, continuing the story of the survivors in the Pacific, which began in Outback Outbreak, No More News is a story of love and war as the apocalypse tears our world apart.
https://www.smashwords.com/books/view...
337 pages, Paperback
First published May 3, 2020
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Frank Tayell
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May 21, 2020
I've finally lost my patience with this whole series, which is a real shame as I had previously really enjoyed the adventures of Bill and co. This spinoff series brings in new characters which is welcome and they are likeable, but again this book is suffering from the same issues that has been affecting the main series for quite a while.
The dialogue is often nonsensical, repetitive and lacking any substance. The characters are likable but unrealistic. There are pockets of enjoyable storyline, which keep a good flow to the book, but this is severely hindered by the poor attempt to create overly clever, witty dialogue. Sometimes it feels like I'm reading badly written, young adult fiction. "Oh let's be journalists, I've always wanted to be a journalist..."
People are being slaughtered by the 100's of millions, torn to shreds, eaten, raped, murdered, maimed, you name it and these guys are swanning around playing at being journalists, badly. They seem devoid of any depth regarding this new horror they find themselves in, proven by the total lack of substantial dialogue between the characters.
To sum this book up...
- Man and Sister travel 10,000 miles on the extremely slim chance of finding Girl; the love of his life.
- Man finds Girl, fairly easily.
- Man doesn't kiss, hug, make love too, profess undying love too, have any type of meaningful conversation with Girl regarding his love - eventually they hold hands.
- Sister turns into a combat warrior able to drive anything, shoot anything in a matter of days.
- Girl tells anyone who'll listen that she is Man's 'girlfriend'.
- Man, Sister and Girl spend most of the book travelling around in circles, talking nonsense to each other and random characters. These characters just seem to be doing stuff and not contributing to a strong, well defined storyline.
- Man, Sister and Girl reach the end of book. They fight and easily kill a bunch of highly trained mercenaries, who've previously killed 4 special forces soldiers, without having any combat training. They rescue an arrogant billionaire, who seems impossible to kill and knows everything; except the existence of a global conspiracy to wipe out most of humanity, fake evacuation plans, fake antivirus.
- Man, Billionaire, Sister and Girl exchange random platitudes. The End.
I loved the Surviving The Evacuation series when Bill first started out. The dialogue flowed - made sense. The characters had proper conversations. The characterisation was rich and believable and relatable. Every i seemed dotted and t crossed. Now not so much...
The dialogue is often nonsensical, repetitive and lacking any substance. The characters are likable but unrealistic. There are pockets of enjoyable storyline, which keep a good flow to the book, but this is severely hindered by the poor attempt to create overly clever, witty dialogue. Sometimes it feels like I'm reading badly written, young adult fiction. "Oh let's be journalists, I've always wanted to be a journalist..."
People are being slaughtered by the 100's of millions, torn to shreds, eaten, raped, murdered, maimed, you name it and these guys are swanning around playing at being journalists, badly. They seem devoid of any depth regarding this new horror they find themselves in, proven by the total lack of substantial dialogue between the characters.
To sum this book up...
- Man and Sister travel 10,000 miles on the extremely slim chance of finding Girl; the love of his life.
- Man finds Girl, fairly easily.
- Man doesn't kiss, hug, make love too, profess undying love too, have any type of meaningful conversation with Girl regarding his love - eventually they hold hands.
- Sister turns into a combat warrior able to drive anything, shoot anything in a matter of days.
- Girl tells anyone who'll listen that she is Man's 'girlfriend'.
- Man, Sister and Girl spend most of the book travelling around in circles, talking nonsense to each other and random characters. These characters just seem to be doing stuff and not contributing to a strong, well defined storyline.
- Man, Sister and Girl reach the end of book. They fight and easily kill a bunch of highly trained mercenaries, who've previously killed 4 special forces soldiers, without having any combat training. They rescue an arrogant billionaire, who seems impossible to kill and knows everything; except the existence of a global conspiracy to wipe out most of humanity, fake evacuation plans, fake antivirus.
- Man, Billionaire, Sister and Girl exchange random platitudes. The End.
I loved the Surviving The Evacuation series when Bill first started out. The dialogue flowed - made sense. The characters had proper conversations. The characterisation was rich and believable and relatable. Every i seemed dotted and t crossed. Now not so much...
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
May 16, 2020
Still a page-turner; not as bloated as the American sub-series, not as eviscerating as the main, central narrative; charming and ominous by turns. Lisa Kempton’s a fucking cartoon character though. Why Tayell occasionally mistakes an inability or unwillingness to use contractions for a personality I will never know, especially given the ensemble nature of his ‘verse.
March 25, 2024
Some of this book was awesome. Some of it was a bit slow. I'm excited to see where the story goes.
This was my 21st book in the series (if you count the spin-offs).
This was my 21st book in the series (if you count the spin-offs).
May 6, 2020
Another winner!
So well written, love the characters, leaves you on the edge of your seat, can't wait for the next one!
So well written, love the characters, leaves you on the edge of your seat, can't wait for the next one!
January 7, 2022
I don't understand how this book can be so poorly written. Tayell is not a new author, but he doesn't seem to have any understanding of basic grammar. This book is very hard to read due to constant run-on sentences, nonsensical phrases, and punctuation that ranges from oddly placed to nonexistent. Some sentences simply don't make sense no matter how I rephrase them in my head. I'll admit I only made it about half-way through before I stopped reading. I'm not wasting my time reading something that the author obviously wrote as quickly as he possibly could. I don't think this book went through a single proofread. Unfortunately, Tayell isn't a strong writer under the best of circumstances. I could tolerate his earlier books, but none of them were very impressive. They're all full of weak dialogue and rather dull characters. This particular book has the same issues, but they're even worse than I expected.
May 25, 2020
Loved it!!
Fabulous author!! Adore all of this series. Cannot wait for the next instalment of my favourite characters. Until next time!!
Fabulous author!! Adore all of this series. Cannot wait for the next instalment of my favourite characters. Until next time!!
June 28, 2020
I really liked the rest of this series but there were too many errors in this one to enjoy it. I feel like this author must have spent no time researching the climate of the locations his story was set in. At the time of year this story took place and in the location it did (mostly thunder bay, wawa, and in between), there would have been 6 feet of snow on the ground still. Every time he referenced mud or rain, I cringed. The part where they are floating on the lake fishing is totally impossible. There are still ice huts on those lakes at that time of year. The ice is 2 feet thick still. Nobody would have been splashing in the water because there wouldn't have been water. Some of the worst winter storms of the seasons come around then. There would have been too much snow for that off roading they did to be even possible. It would have taken a two minute search on the author's part to find this information and adjust.
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September 30, 2020
This instalment of the ‘Surviving the Apocalypse’ series is the second volume set in the States and Canada and compliments events taking place in Europe in the original books.
Continuing the story of survivors from the Pacific area, this novel finds the protagonists caught up in the war against the undead and the fight to establish a safe place for the remnants of society.
However, as worldwide catastrophic events unfold, the fight becomes more desperate and with power struggles and an evil cartel network, the backwoods are no safer than anywhere else. And who can really be trusted?
This was a far better written book than some of the earlier works; there was a notable decrease in the use of ‘said’ in the dialogue for instance. There was also a love story. And a dog called Rufus.
Just when I decide to maybe have a break from this series, I am left wanting to read the next instalment. Which is OK, I suppose.
Rob D
Continuing the story of survivors from the Pacific area, this novel finds the protagonists caught up in the war against the undead and the fight to establish a safe place for the remnants of society.
However, as worldwide catastrophic events unfold, the fight becomes more desperate and with power struggles and an evil cartel network, the backwoods are no safer than anywhere else. And who can really be trusted?
This was a far better written book than some of the earlier works; there was a notable decrease in the use of ‘said’ in the dialogue for instance. There was also a love story. And a dog called Rufus.
Just when I decide to maybe have a break from this series, I am left wanting to read the next instalment. Which is OK, I suppose.
Rob D
May 6, 2020
The second part of the story with Links to Australia, and providing an insight into the breakdown of society, and the merging nuclear exchanges filling in some of the gaps from the series. A bit light compared to the violence of others in the series, and a sense of everything being ok, with two of the main characters being immune, which didn’t sit as well as the stories of other books here.
A good, easy read, with clearly more to come from this arc in the series.
A good, easy read, with clearly more to come from this arc in the series.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
August 3, 2023
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Having landed in Canada Pete and Corries decide to carry out the scouting mission for Australia while also searching for Olivia, Pete's former colleague who he now realises he has feelings for... Olivia has some iteresting experiences as the outbreak begins and spreads to South Bend...
This somewhat unlikely premise takes place against the background of the breakdown of 'normal' life in North America but with a formidable military figure taking control of a fightback against the zombie spread and the chaos caused by refugees here seems to be some hope of success... until March 10.
A look back at the start of the outbreak from a slightly different perspective from the three we have previously read. The entire series cotinues to be fascinating.
Having landed in Canada Pete and Corries decide to carry out the scouting mission for Australia while also searching for Olivia, Pete's former colleague who he now realises he has feelings for... Olivia has some iteresting experiences as the outbreak begins and spreads to South Bend...
This somewhat unlikely premise takes place against the background of the breakdown of 'normal' life in North America but with a formidable military figure taking control of a fightback against the zombie spread and the chaos caused by refugees here seems to be some hope of success... until March 10.
A look back at the start of the outbreak from a slightly different perspective from the three we have previously read. The entire series cotinues to be fascinating.
May 17, 2020
Finally some stateside news
Loved this addition to the series.
Finally seeing kemptons part, and those we didn't hear much about in other parts of the series. Only downfall nothing from our group from England. Really looking forward to reading more soon this book went way too quick even with proper rationing lol well done Mr Tayell
Loved this addition to the series.
Finally seeing kemptons part, and those we didn't hear much about in other parts of the series. Only downfall nothing from our group from England. Really looking forward to reading more soon this book went way too quick even with proper rationing lol well done Mr Tayell
August 31, 2020
Another banger
I was very excited for another installment. Its amazing how large the post apocalyptic world has become. Frank does an excellent job connecting everyone and love how people can pop up when not expected. The new character are great and even not a fan of romance, I do love the couple in this book and their story.
I was very excited for another installment. Its amazing how large the post apocalyptic world has become. Frank does an excellent job connecting everyone and love how people can pop up when not expected. The new character are great and even not a fan of romance, I do love the couple in this book and their story.
December 20, 2023
This was a really enjoyable zombie, end of the world story! I do recommend that it is read in order for maximum pleasure. Good ideas, a good strong female lead along side the male character, some nastiness & action, good pace & ideas, a really good read! I will read the next in this series as I found it a great distraction!
May 15, 2020
Love these characters!
I hope everyone finds this series! Tayell is now telling another piece of the story with relatable characters that you cheer for right from the start! Already want to read the next story!
I hope everyone finds this series! Tayell is now telling another piece of the story with relatable characters that you cheer for right from the start! Already want to read the next story!
May 25, 2020
Really like this author and this series
Loved this series, one of my favorites even though this isn't my typical kind of reading material. Cannot wait until the next book is written.
Loved this series, one of my favorites even though this isn't my typical kind of reading material. Cannot wait until the next book is written.
June 4, 2020
I just cannot get enough of these books! I love the characters and it's great to have a story that fills in some information from the original storyline too.
I have just started to read the series from the start for the third time!
Please don't stop writing any time soon.
I have just started to read the series from the start for the third time!
Please don't stop writing any time soon.
June 20, 2020
Enjoyable read - couldn't stop reading!
Another great book from Frank. Looking forward to the next one already! A great form of escapism as it took my mind off the problems of the worlds current pandemic.
Another great book from Frank. Looking forward to the next one already! A great form of escapism as it took my mind off the problems of the worlds current pandemic.
November 7, 2020
Great series
Once again, Frank Tayell delivers. I love these book. Can’t wait for the next one. You really get to know each character and can’t wait to see where their journey leads.
Once again, Frank Tayell delivers. I love these book. Can’t wait for the next one. You really get to know each character and can’t wait to see where their journey leads.
July 2, 2021
Another fine chapter in this epic story
Another piece of this fabulous plot falling into place, with more details of events happening in tandem with the timeline of British characters.
These books are well thought out and allow more of characters’ stories to unfold.
Another piece of this fabulous plot falling into place, with more details of events happening in tandem with the timeline of British characters.
These books are well thought out and allow more of characters’ stories to unfold.
May 14, 2020
Cant wait for the next installment
Love the series, the characters are like old friends now.
Cant help wondering what i would do if it happened....
Love the series, the characters are like old friends now.
Cant help wondering what i would do if it happened....
May 17, 2020
Brilliant again
Another brilliant edition in the Surviving the Evacuation series. I'm not into zombie books but I can't get enough of Frank Tayells series.
Another brilliant edition in the Surviving the Evacuation series. I'm not into zombie books but I can't get enough of Frank Tayells series.
May 19, 2020
Can't wait for next book. Love this series!when is the next one out?
June 8, 2020
It's safe to say that as long as Frank Tayell keeps writing this series I'll keep reading it. This book is a thoroughly enjoyable read from start to finish.
July 17, 2020
Another great read
Fantastic continuation. I can't wait to see what comes next and how they will link into the main books. Brilliant.
Fantastic continuation. I can't wait to see what comes next and how they will link into the main books. Brilliant.
July 17, 2020
Fantastic continuation of the series and linking nicely. There’s a bit more to come from these, but it will be good to see how they link into the main books.
August 16, 2023
I like post-apocalyptic books. I like books where there is a clear objective.
January 21, 2024
Know more NEWS
There is a lot more NEWS. This book keeps you guessing. I am ordering the next in the series as soon as I finish this review.
There is a lot more NEWS. This book keeps you guessing. I am ordering the next in the series as soon as I finish this review.
March 12, 2022
I'm enjoying the adventure of this series. I think you'd need to read the 1st book in the Surviving the Evacuation series before this. I found the zombie descriptions a bit gorier than in his earlier books. Overall it meets my criteria as a good post-apocalypse book.
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