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Zombie Castle #2
ZC TWO
A genetically modified virus mutates, transforming everyone it infects into zombies, wiping out most of the human race. Across the world, small pockets of survivors fight to stay alive and escape the terrifying hordes of flesh eaters.
Tom, Becky and their two children are trying to fight their way to safety, and finding other survivors along the route, their numbers swell. Their ultimate goal is to make their way to the place they’ve come to call their Zombie Castle, a place they hope is defensible, where they can survive and prosper, safe from the attacking zombies. It represents to them an ancient symbol of power and strength, the two elements crucial to their continued survival.
Knowing there is safety in numbers, the group works together, their hope being that they can find more family and friends still alive to take with them. They begin the daunting journey to find it.
How far can they get? Find out in Zombie Castle Two.
Tom, Becky and their two children are trying to fight their way to safety, and finding other survivors along the route, their numbers swell. Their ultimate goal is to make their way to the place they’ve come to call their Zombie Castle, a place they hope is defensible, where they can survive and prosper, safe from the attacking zombies. It represents to them an ancient symbol of power and strength, the two elements crucial to their continued survival.
Knowing there is safety in numbers, the group works together, their hope being that they can find more family and friends still alive to take with them. They begin the daunting journey to find it.
How far can they get? Find out in Zombie Castle Two.
192 pages, Paperback
Published January 10, 2019
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October 25, 2019
Well, here I was excited that it got a little better concerning the writing style and the author goes full blown kamikaze on me.
Jeez, that was a really bad writing style to introduce 6 new characters.
Ian, Jamie, Geoff, Simon, and Dave, I am sorry but I had to skip your summary of introduction. That just doesn’t work for me like that.
Although you seemed lovely characters in the end. But nope, that isn’t good work at all. Not only that listing of every character, but how it was presented as well. No one talks like that, it’s not really authentic, isn’t it? It all depends on the choice of narrator. But dialogues should be real for me.
The author needs to work on its dialogue writing skills. We need more of them. The few that were given, suffered mostly under the motto “people don’t talk to each other like that”, giving perfect speeches and summarisations over 20 sentences without taking a breather. Sounding like a professional story teller not leaving out one important detail. They sounded more like perfect and prepared speeches and not like common characters would talk back and forth. Processing, struggling with emotions and the situations, being confused and overwhelmed. Adapting, that all takes time and can be achieved in dialogues back and forth. Development. But not like that.
The second book was entertaining as well. Although suffering under the same shortcomings I mentioned in the review of book one.
I liked the characters and am enjoying the read so far.
Jeez, that was a really bad writing style to introduce 6 new characters.
Ian, Jamie, Geoff, Simon, and Dave, I am sorry but I had to skip your summary of introduction. That just doesn’t work for me like that.
Although you seemed lovely characters in the end. But nope, that isn’t good work at all. Not only that listing of every character, but how it was presented as well. No one talks like that, it’s not really authentic, isn’t it? It all depends on the choice of narrator. But dialogues should be real for me.
The author needs to work on its dialogue writing skills. We need more of them. The few that were given, suffered mostly under the motto “people don’t talk to each other like that”, giving perfect speeches and summarisations over 20 sentences without taking a breather. Sounding like a professional story teller not leaving out one important detail. They sounded more like perfect and prepared speeches and not like common characters would talk back and forth. Processing, struggling with emotions and the situations, being confused and overwhelmed. Adapting, that all takes time and can be achieved in dialogues back and forth. Development. But not like that.
The second book was entertaining as well. Although suffering under the same shortcomings I mentioned in the review of book one.
I liked the characters and am enjoying the read so far.
March 30, 2022
GOOD BOOK
April 14, 2023
I was entertained by the survival mode of the average Joes in the previous Zombie Castle#1, but Zombie Castle #2 introduces new characters from Bristol who happen to be the great friends that Joe spoke off in the first few chapters of #2. It was unnecessary as the convey didn’t need more characters when the novel promised the reader a journey to a protective and hopefully secured Warwick Castle.
Instead, the reader is introduced to obnoxious group of frat boys whose banter is not humorous and almost crass. When the original group of survivors started their search for Joe friends, Joe -literally-spent one full chapter describing his friends at full lengths to his co-survivors which implied that the author is planning to introduce and include them, but it felt too forced and might be a reason why #2 has no plot or significant events. I think the author struggled with how to proceed with this convey so instead of spending more time brainstorming, he decided to add more characters and interjecting unrealistic banter among all characters. I don’t know how will this trilogy will be completed with the next installment considering the lack of character development, ever expanding characters list, and the journey to Warwick Castle.
One scene at Chapter 19 or 20 which lacked the realistic approach that I enjoyed in Zombie Castle #1 was the chance encounter with a military platoon. They were 40 fully trained individuals but 15 survived the initial outbreak, but the group of average Joes and Janes with less than 6 trained adults and 7 children, managed to remain unscathed and able to forage for food and arsenal easily. This is laughably unbelievable.
Instead, the reader is introduced to obnoxious group of frat boys whose banter is not humorous and almost crass. When the original group of survivors started their search for Joe friends, Joe -literally-spent one full chapter describing his friends at full lengths to his co-survivors which implied that the author is planning to introduce and include them, but it felt too forced and might be a reason why #2 has no plot or significant events. I think the author struggled with how to proceed with this convey so instead of spending more time brainstorming, he decided to add more characters and interjecting unrealistic banter among all characters. I don’t know how will this trilogy will be completed with the next installment considering the lack of character development, ever expanding characters list, and the journey to Warwick Castle.
One scene at Chapter 19 or 20 which lacked the realistic approach that I enjoyed in Zombie Castle #1 was the chance encounter with a military platoon. They were 40 fully trained individuals but 15 survived the initial outbreak, but the group of average Joes and Janes with less than 6 trained adults and 7 children, managed to remain unscathed and able to forage for food and arsenal easily. This is laughably unbelievable.
May 21, 2018
Loved and thoroughly enjoyed the second installment.
I enjoyed the introduction of Susan's friends and their unique hobby which leads to a great read when they adapt to the new world.
What I like most is the realistic approach the characters take and I am routing for everyone of them!
In addition i e not the humour and the ever increasing development of relationships between characters. I have read two installment in three days, onto the next!
I enjoyed the introduction of Susan's friends and their unique hobby which leads to a great read when they adapt to the new world.
What I like most is the realistic approach the characters take and I am routing for everyone of them!
In addition i e not the humour and the ever increasing development of relationships between characters. I have read two installment in three days, onto the next!
May 29, 2020
I'm in love with these books!
I've fell for not just the series but the characters as well. I know soon someone I love will be taken by the undead and it leaves real despair in my tummy. Though I know it's fictional sometimes I'm so engrossed in the book that I forget. I literally get lost in the story. I can see the characters and the scenery like I'm actually there. This man is an amazing writer. Now I pray the next book is out...off to find it....
I've fell for not just the series but the characters as well. I know soon someone I love will be taken by the undead and it leaves real despair in my tummy. Though I know it's fictional sometimes I'm so engrossed in the book that I forget. I literally get lost in the story. I can see the characters and the scenery like I'm actually there. This man is an amazing writer. Now I pray the next book is out...off to find it....
May 21, 2018
Can't wait for book 3
Excellent storyline and well written. Have waited anxiously for this book and will continue waiting for book 3. Love Chris' books as he has such a natural style of writing that makes you not want to put it down. Chris is a lovely person to talk to and worth following on facebook. Look forward to many more stories from him in the future. (Tasha Davies)
Excellent storyline and well written. Have waited anxiously for this book and will continue waiting for book 3. Love Chris' books as he has such a natural style of writing that makes you not want to put it down. Chris is a lovely person to talk to and worth following on facebook. Look forward to many more stories from him in the future. (Tasha Davies)
October 14, 2024
The three star is a weak 4 star. Not because i like it less, but because this reads like a prepers dream. And that would’ve me. My review on the first book stated that this book was written the way i would have written it. Because i sit around in deep thought sometimes thinking about being prepared for catastrophes. I’m on to the next book.
March 29, 2018
Loved
Thoroughly enjoyed this book. Once started couldn’t put down. This series is shaping up to be great and the authors descriptions are so great I can truly imagine the battles and hurt.
Thoroughly enjoyed this book. Once started couldn’t put down. This series is shaping up to be great and the authors descriptions are so great I can truly imagine the battles and hurt.
May 3, 2018
I didn't enjoy this one as much as book one as it's getting to the point where there's so many characters I'm struggling to keep track of who is who but it's still a very fun story and I can't wait for the third book to come out
February 4, 2019
I love this series!!! What a great read.
Really like the characters especially the group of knight's. A believable story. Hard to put down. Buying the 3rd book now. Wish they had been sold as a set.
Really like the characters especially the group of knight's. A believable story. Hard to put down. Buying the 3rd book now. Wish they had been sold as a set.
June 28, 2020
Absolutely hooked
Real people. People you know, people like you. Brilliant story line and characters you can relate to. Great location descriptions that make you feel like you are there.
Can't say too much because i just give to much away!
Real people. People you know, people like you. Brilliant story line and characters you can relate to. Great location descriptions that make you feel like you are there.
Can't say too much because i just give to much away!
March 30, 2018
I honestly bloody love this series! It’s so freaking good! 10 out of 10 would recommend this series and can’t wait to read the next book!
April 1, 2018
Great stuff
Really enjoying this series. Plot is moving along nicely and the new characters really add to the breadth of the story. Cant wait for the next one!
Really enjoying this series. Plot is moving along nicely and the new characters really add to the breadth of the story. Cant wait for the next one!
April 19, 2018
Highly recommended!
Enjoyed this book immedely! The deep camaraderie found with new friends is a joy to read. Shaun's friends are a laugh!! Can't wait to read more!!
Enjoyed this book immedely! The deep camaraderie found with new friends is a joy to read. Shaun's friends are a laugh!! Can't wait to read more!!
May 16, 2018
Great Book
Love the group of friends who do medieval events. The story is coming along nicely Maud is by far the best character.
Love the group of friends who do medieval events. The story is coming along nicely Maud is by far the best character.
July 5, 2018
Hurry up with book 3
Loved this second book. Picked up well from the first and kept the action going from the very first page. Looking forwArd to book 3 very much.
Loved this second book. Picked up well from the first and kept the action going from the very first page. Looking forwArd to book 3 very much.
February 14, 2019
Liked it more than first book. Starting to get too many characters to follow deeply.
March 23, 2019
Still going great and I love that the castle will have knights!
August 5, 2019
Good storytelling
I enjoyed the first two books as am looking forward to the third. I hope the group makes it to their destination.
I enjoyed the first two books as am looking forward to the third. I hope the group makes it to their destination.
March 31, 2020
Very entertaining zombie apocalyptic series. I highly recommend it and hope you enjoy it as much as I did.
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January 10, 2021
Again, the most polite zombie response teams ever. Am strangely attracted to these stories because of it. Admittedly I am only halfway into the series but there have not been any of the uglier sides of humanity. Often, in American prepper fiction, other humans are as dangerous (if not more!) than the event or creatures. So far, this is a welcomed departure.
Am looking forward the next round and hope they do make it to the castle without suffering any losses. Would not make for good drama but still.
Am looking forward the next round and hope they do make it to the castle without suffering any losses. Would not make for good drama but still.
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January 29, 2019Excellent continuation of first book, jumps right back in. Tom and the rest of the gang continue on their way picking up, and occasionally losing, people along the way. The story and characters are believable for the most part, although the vast majority of those they meet are super friendly and nice - am not overly convinced this would happen, but does not detract from the story overall.
The book, although fiction, gives some good practical advice about prepping for any number of future incidents.
The book, although fiction, gives some good practical advice about prepping for any number of future incidents.
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