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Heroes of the Apocalypse #3
Wake the Dead
The end is here.
For Robert and his fellow firefighters, survival is a daily struggle. The apocalypse has begun, undead monsters roam the streets, and death lurks around every corner.
The greatest danger lies within.
Having finally secured the station and the surrounding buildings, they believe the worst is behind them. However, when an unexpected outbreak occurs, all hell breaks loose. Can they survive the night, or will they join the zombie hordes?
For Robert and his fellow firefighters, survival is a daily struggle. The apocalypse has begun, undead monsters roam the streets, and death lurks around every corner.
The greatest danger lies within.
Having finally secured the station and the surrounding buildings, they believe the worst is behind them. However, when an unexpected outbreak occurs, all hell breaks loose. Can they survive the night, or will they join the zombie hordes?
240 pages, Kindle Edition
Published August 12, 2022
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Baileigh Higgins
107 books438 followersSouth African writer and coffee addict, Baileigh Higgins, lives in the Free State with hubby and best friend Brendan and loves nothing more than lazing on the couch with pizza and a bad horror movie. Her unhealthy obsession with the end of the world has led to numerous books on the subject and a secret bunker only she knows the location of.
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September 23, 2022
Higgins delivers another highly plausible tale of post-apocalyptic struggle that shows the biggest threat to life can be the absence of the infrastructure that Western society assumes will exist.
Note: while the author is blessed with a spiffing surname we are unrelated by blood or marriage.
This novel is the third in Higgins’ Heroes of the Apocalypse series. Possible spoilers for the previous volumes ahead.
With the buildings surrounding the fire station secured against zombies and space found for the new arrivals, things seem—if not perfect—less bleak. However, when a single moment of carelessness lets the infection slip in, their nascent sanctuary faces being torn apart by zombies and recrimination.
Higgins continues her decency-positive interpretation of how humans face a crisis with another arc where the greatest challenges of a post-apocalypse world are the lack of infrastructure and appropriately skilled people rather than criminality and decadence. While this is certainly more optimistic about human nature than most zombie fiction, the sense of real risk remains, meaning it shares the tone of small victories amid many reasons not to hope.
This decency is however not taken to extremes. Higgins does not gloss over the fact people, especially people under constant stress, can give in to dogmatism and selfishness rather than always being saints. In addition there are fleeting mentions of people having been victimised by people who have throw aside civilisation; depending on each reader, these might create a subtle sense the fire station is an island in a less civilised world or feel a little too distant.
Where Higgins’ focus on showing the good might go a little far for some readers is in providing the moment a second group of survivors pass within sight of the fire station from their perspective; while this does fit the theme of groups uniting rather than fighting, knowing in advance that they are good people somewhat weakens the tension in the scenes where the inhabitants of the fire station wonder whether it is safe to make contact.
As in previous volumes, Higgins’ dialogue features the repetitions, agreements, and speaking conventions that feature in real-world conversations but are often omitted in fiction. Depending on reader preference, this might either support the sense that, as members of the emergency services, many of the characters are trained to be accurate and precise or create a dissonant note of slowness among the tension and action.
While Higgins provides context for situations and decisions that stem from the events of the previous books, meaning that readers could enter the series here, the ending leaves a number of threads unresolved; thus, this novel does not fully stand alone.
The protagonists continue to be sympathetic, displaying the virtues one would expect of members of the emergency services while possessing sufficient assumptions and conflicting priorities that they are complex and real individuals rather than irritating paragons of perfection.
This is less true of the newly introduced protagonists who in a couple of cases, while not ciphers, appear long enough to reveal to the reader that there is a conflict but not to show that conflict actually manifesting; thus, the reader might be left with the sense of a personality cliffhanger.
The supporting cast are, as previously, well-rendered ordinary people who have drives and personalities that create drama but are not “the bad apple” that many post-apocalyptic dramas have.
Overall, I enjoyed this novel. I recommend it to readers seeking a tale that shows people trained to deal with emergencies might make a reasonable showing when society collapses without losing the drama of that collapse.
I received a free copy from the author with a request for a fair review.
Note: while the author is blessed with a spiffing surname we are unrelated by blood or marriage.
This novel is the third in Higgins’ Heroes of the Apocalypse series. Possible spoilers for the previous volumes ahead.
With the buildings surrounding the fire station secured against zombies and space found for the new arrivals, things seem—if not perfect—less bleak. However, when a single moment of carelessness lets the infection slip in, their nascent sanctuary faces being torn apart by zombies and recrimination.
Higgins continues her decency-positive interpretation of how humans face a crisis with another arc where the greatest challenges of a post-apocalypse world are the lack of infrastructure and appropriately skilled people rather than criminality and decadence. While this is certainly more optimistic about human nature than most zombie fiction, the sense of real risk remains, meaning it shares the tone of small victories amid many reasons not to hope.
This decency is however not taken to extremes. Higgins does not gloss over the fact people, especially people under constant stress, can give in to dogmatism and selfishness rather than always being saints. In addition there are fleeting mentions of people having been victimised by people who have throw aside civilisation; depending on each reader, these might create a subtle sense the fire station is an island in a less civilised world or feel a little too distant.
Where Higgins’ focus on showing the good might go a little far for some readers is in providing the moment a second group of survivors pass within sight of the fire station from their perspective; while this does fit the theme of groups uniting rather than fighting, knowing in advance that they are good people somewhat weakens the tension in the scenes where the inhabitants of the fire station wonder whether it is safe to make contact.
As in previous volumes, Higgins’ dialogue features the repetitions, agreements, and speaking conventions that feature in real-world conversations but are often omitted in fiction. Depending on reader preference, this might either support the sense that, as members of the emergency services, many of the characters are trained to be accurate and precise or create a dissonant note of slowness among the tension and action.
While Higgins provides context for situations and decisions that stem from the events of the previous books, meaning that readers could enter the series here, the ending leaves a number of threads unresolved; thus, this novel does not fully stand alone.
The protagonists continue to be sympathetic, displaying the virtues one would expect of members of the emergency services while possessing sufficient assumptions and conflicting priorities that they are complex and real individuals rather than irritating paragons of perfection.
This is less true of the newly introduced protagonists who in a couple of cases, while not ciphers, appear long enough to reveal to the reader that there is a conflict but not to show that conflict actually manifesting; thus, the reader might be left with the sense of a personality cliffhanger.
The supporting cast are, as previously, well-rendered ordinary people who have drives and personalities that create drama but are not “the bad apple” that many post-apocalyptic dramas have.
Overall, I enjoyed this novel. I recommend it to readers seeking a tale that shows people trained to deal with emergencies might make a reasonable showing when society collapses without losing the drama of that collapse.
I received a free copy from the author with a request for a fair review.
August 12, 2022
This is a wonderful addition to this thrilling series!
Wonderful well written plot and story line that had me engaged from the start.
Love the well fleshed out characters and found them believable.
Great suspense and action with wonderful world building that adds so much to the story.
Such a thrilling read that I couldn't put it down.
Can't wait to read more of these.
Recommend reading.
I read a complimentary advance copy of the book; this is my voluntary and honest review.
Wonderful well written plot and story line that had me engaged from the start.
Love the well fleshed out characters and found them believable.
Great suspense and action with wonderful world building that adds so much to the story.
Such a thrilling read that I couldn't put it down.
Can't wait to read more of these.
Recommend reading.
I read a complimentary advance copy of the book; this is my voluntary and honest review.
August 13, 2022
wonderful series addition.
Baileigh Higgins has written another great addition to this amazing series. The battle for survival is such a powerful part of the Heroes apocalypse. The emotions surrounding the loss of friends and loved ones is covered with straight words. Hope is never lost completely. It’s a must read for any discerning apocalypse reader!
Baileigh Higgins has written another great addition to this amazing series. The battle for survival is such a powerful part of the Heroes apocalypse. The emotions surrounding the loss of friends and loved ones is covered with straight words. Hope is never lost completely. It’s a must read for any discerning apocalypse reader!
August 14, 2022
I did really enjoy this end of the world with zombies! But I do love zombie stories so Baileigh Higgins is a real pleasers for me! Good amount of action, not too nasty but saying that full of adventure & mishaps! Everything you could want from an apocalyptic zombie end of the world! A good fun read! I started & nearly finished in one sitting! I do recommend this & all this writers work!
August 14, 2022
The fight for survival continues for the survivors inside the firehouse and the cleared surrounding buildings. As usual Baileigh Higgins tells each chapter from a different POV and the reader gets to know what's going on inside the charcters. This time a danger emerges from within, new friends (?) appear and then Paisley has to pee....After that? Well, you'll have to read it for yourself :)
August 15, 2022
The story continues
I expected more from this installment of the Heroes of the Apocalypse series. We pick up where the last book left off, mayhem in the fire station. However, once that situation is handled, the rest of the book feels thrown together. We have fire, more mayhem, but it’s not really cohesive.
I can only hope book 4 falls more in line with the first 2 book.
I expected more from this installment of the Heroes of the Apocalypse series. We pick up where the last book left off, mayhem in the fire station. However, once that situation is handled, the rest of the book feels thrown together. We have fire, more mayhem, but it’s not really cohesive.
I can only hope book 4 falls more in line with the first 2 book.
September 15, 2023
Weirdly I had no reaction to the big death. I think its because for some reason I find it very hard to connect to any of these characters, some are easier but the jumping back and forth isn't helping with it.
Nontheless I liked the book, I like how prepared they were and that they were doing things for long term stay. Sucks it all went up in flames but we will see what is to come now.
Nontheless I liked the book, I like how prepared they were and that they were doing things for long term stay. Sucks it all went up in flames but we will see what is to come now.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
August 13, 2022
Loved this next edition of heroes of the apocalypse wake the dead pt 3. Read it 2 hrs and can’t wait till part 4, from start to finish, exciting,sad, and we’ll worth reading. 5 stars for a very good novel,
August 15, 2022
another exciting part of the story!
I just wanted to scream at the beginning of this book!! You can see it unfold and you know they are doing it wrong!! Another exciting story!! Can’t wait to find out what happens next!
I just wanted to scream at the beginning of this book!! You can see it unfold and you know they are doing it wrong!! Another exciting story!! Can’t wait to find out what happens next!
August 19, 2022
This is another great book in the Heroes of the Apocalypse series. Plenty of action and heartbreaking moments for our group, so have the tissues ready. Looking forward to seeing what is in store for the characters and what they will face next.
August 23, 2022
This is another great book in Baileigh Higgins Hero's series with the story continuing after the zombie apocalypse. As usual for Baileigh's work, well written with great characters and lots of action.
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September 15, 2022Saga ConContinues
I love a book that makes me cry and can feel what the characters are going through. I cried that one of the fireman died at least he died doing what he loved. No main characters in these story just survivors ad on to the next book.
I love a book that makes me cry and can feel what the characters are going through. I cried that one of the fireman died at least he died doing what he loved. No main characters in these story just survivors ad on to the next book.
March 26, 2023
good
Book three in the Hero’s of the Apocalypse. Our trusty little group is facing more dangers everyday. Not only from outside but also within. Read how they face these challenges and at what cost
Book three in the Hero’s of the Apocalypse. Our trusty little group is facing more dangers everyday. Not only from outside but also within. Read how they face these challenges and at what cost
May 21, 2023
So much plot errors, no realy character involment, I just could not enjoy it or get into the story or the characters -> I loved the idea though.
Stopped reading it in the middle of book 3, I just could not go on anymore.
Stopped reading it in the middle of book 3, I just could not go on anymore.
March 26, 2024
Great read
Really good addition to the series. It was hard losing some of the main characters. I'm glad they had another place to go for safety. I would recommend this story to any reader that enjoys apocalyptic stories.
Really good addition to the series. It was hard losing some of the main characters. I'm glad they had another place to go for safety. I would recommend this story to any reader that enjoys apocalyptic stories.
August 21, 2022
Loved it, great characters showing some heroes in an apocalypse. A little sadness when a character meets their fate but all part of the story
Highly recommended
Highly recommended
August 23, 2022
Baileigh Higgins is one of my favorite authors! Her characters make every one of her books come alive. Very relatable people and how they survive against nearly impossible odds.
October 25, 2022
Another outstanding story that will keep you intrigued Some are just survivors, others are actually heroes. This book will keep you up trying to finish as quickly as possible. Superb characters
October 29, 2022
Another excellent read by Baileigh Higgins!! The whole series is a must read!!
August 17, 2024
Great book
I enjoyed book 3 a lot even though there was quite a bit of heartache.
This book is very well written and can really relate to the characters
I enjoyed book 3 a lot even though there was quite a bit of heartache.
This book is very well written and can really relate to the characters
February 3, 2025
research
Who was technical advisor for book? I found flaws and I would have included a couple of military. That is all.
Who was technical advisor for book? I found flaws and I would have included a couple of military. That is all.
April 5, 2024
love the deadverse of Higgins
Love these books I love this book really has a lot of characters I mean a lot of pacing and the characters have emotional connection not only with each other but the reader as well very well then
Love these books I love this book really has a lot of characters I mean a lot of pacing and the characters have emotional connection not only with each other but the reader as well very well then
January 3, 2024
Book 3 took a lot to get through. The first 2 books in the series had me hooked and I couldn't stop reading, this one was just okay. I will still read book 4, because well you have to finish the series.
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