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Hallowed Ground
Donald Bristo served his country for eight years and PTSD is all he has to show for his service. But, when a zombie outbreak occurs, Donald must go into survival mode and rescue Sister Mary Frances and her young nun in training, Christine. Taking them to his family hunting cabin in the woods, he prepares to teach them the skills they will need to survive while battling his own demons. As the women face an uncertain future, they must also come to terms with their pasts. Christine begins to doubt Donald's integrity and Sister Mary Frances finds herself questioning her faith because of the feelings she has for Donald.
- GenresHorror
192 pages, Hardcover
Published October 29, 2021
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About the author
Justin Fulkerson
23 books51 followersAt the tender and susceptible age of twelve, a switch flipped in Justin Fulkerson's mind. The sterile logic of Isaac Asimov's science fiction gave way to the visceral terrors lurking within the pages of Stephen King. This wasn't just a change in reading habits; it was a permanent scarring of his outlook, a "consequence" his mind has suffered—and savored—ever since.
Born five decades ago in the sun-baked dust of Lubbock, Texas, Fulkerson exists in the liminal space between everyday life and the shadows that fuel his narratives. He navigates the working world by day, while the rest of his time is dedicated to channeling the darkness onto the page.
Married to his wife, Mary Ellen, for twenty-five years, they share a life and two "crazy children"—a term that, in the context of his work, takes on a deliciously unsettling double meaning. A native Texan determined to prove that intelligence can thrive even in the most unforgiving landscapes, Fulkerson invites readers to step into the world through his twisted lens—if they dare.
Born five decades ago in the sun-baked dust of Lubbock, Texas, Fulkerson exists in the liminal space between everyday life and the shadows that fuel his narratives. He navigates the working world by day, while the rest of his time is dedicated to channeling the darkness onto the page.
Married to his wife, Mary Ellen, for twenty-five years, they share a life and two "crazy children"—a term that, in the context of his work, takes on a deliciously unsettling double meaning. A native Texan determined to prove that intelligence can thrive even in the most unforgiving landscapes, Fulkerson invites readers to step into the world through his twisted lens—if they dare.
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December 17, 2019
Review originally published at: https://www.lomeraniel.com/audiobookr...
The very different characters share an episode of their lives when a zombie outbreak occurs in their town. Donald, a veteran, decides to protect Mary Frances, a nun in her forties, and Christine, a young ex-addict, in a cabin that belonged to his family out in the woods. Donald takes the burden of protecting both women, taking great risks while Mary Frances and Christine battle their inner demons in a story in which nothing is what it seems.
I have to confess that I am not really into zombies but I definitely loved this book! The zombie outbreak is just the background to a darker story, something that I started guessing halfway through the book, but that did not prevent me from being hooked to it. The aspects the impressed me the most were the claustrophobic atmosphere in the cabin, the inner battle of each of the characters, and the different dynamics that such diverse people had in dire circumstances. The characters are quite well developed for a novella, each one with their quirks and inner dialog. They are not especially likable, and they all have flaws that added more layers to the story.
From a woman’s point of view, I struggled a bit with both women’s attitude, accepting Donald’s protection without second-guessing or taking the initiative to fend for themselves. The story probably worked well because both were broken, each in a different way.
Dana Rae’s narration was correct but I found it a bit monotone and almost robotic at times. Her character’s interpretations were well done though, but the text in between dialogs needed some improvement. There were strange pauses and it was like some pauses between words were removed or shortened when editing the audio. This usually happens when audio is edited within a sentence, something that should be avoided to prevent this kind of issue.
All in all, I really enjoyed this audiobook, and I listened to it almost in one sitting. I would recommend it to anyone, even if, like me, they are not into zombies.
I received this book for free in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.
The very different characters share an episode of their lives when a zombie outbreak occurs in their town. Donald, a veteran, decides to protect Mary Frances, a nun in her forties, and Christine, a young ex-addict, in a cabin that belonged to his family out in the woods. Donald takes the burden of protecting both women, taking great risks while Mary Frances and Christine battle their inner demons in a story in which nothing is what it seems.
I have to confess that I am not really into zombies but I definitely loved this book! The zombie outbreak is just the background to a darker story, something that I started guessing halfway through the book, but that did not prevent me from being hooked to it. The aspects the impressed me the most were the claustrophobic atmosphere in the cabin, the inner battle of each of the characters, and the different dynamics that such diverse people had in dire circumstances. The characters are quite well developed for a novella, each one with their quirks and inner dialog. They are not especially likable, and they all have flaws that added more layers to the story.
From a woman’s point of view, I struggled a bit with both women’s attitude, accepting Donald’s protection without second-guessing or taking the initiative to fend for themselves. The story probably worked well because both were broken, each in a different way.
Dana Rae’s narration was correct but I found it a bit monotone and almost robotic at times. Her character’s interpretations were well done though, but the text in between dialogs needed some improvement. There were strange pauses and it was like some pauses between words were removed or shortened when editing the audio. This usually happens when audio is edited within a sentence, something that should be avoided to prevent this kind of issue.
All in all, I really enjoyed this audiobook, and I listened to it almost in one sitting. I would recommend it to anyone, even if, like me, they are not into zombies.
I received this book for free in exchange for an honest review. This does not affect my opinion of the book or the content of my review.
August 12, 2019
I am a huge fan of all things zombie, and this book breaks the mold. Not your traditional zombie gore-fest, Hallowed Ground focuses more on the demons of the mind. A war vet struggling with PTSD saves a lady of the cloth and a troubled young addict from the initial carnage of a zombie outbreak. He takes them to his family cabin in the woods, where he keeps them alive and provides for them. The book is a slow burn, but the payoff at the end is well worth it. With a twist guaranteed to knock you off your feet, and a page-turning final act, Hallowed Ground was a refreshing break from the worn classics of the zombie genre. Pick up a copy today, and I'll be surprised if you don't find yourself binge reading it in a few sittings.
September 8, 2023
HALLOWED GROUND – by Justin Fulkerson – Horror
Did Someone Say, Zombies?!?
Yes, Please, And Thank You!
‘The final chapter of humanity was being written, and Sister Mary Frances felt that she was at ground zero, witnessing it all. Omega had begun. Her faith wavered and collapsed in those final moments as she bore witness to horrors she never thought possible.’
HALLOWED GROUND is the second Book I have read by Fulkerson, and let’s just say I am a fan of his writing—Highly Recommend!
Thank You, Justin Fulkerson, for providing me with an eBook of HALLOWED GROUND at the request of an honest review.
Did Someone Say, Zombies?!?
Yes, Please, And Thank You!
‘The final chapter of humanity was being written, and Sister Mary Frances felt that she was at ground zero, witnessing it all. Omega had begun. Her faith wavered and collapsed in those final moments as she bore witness to horrors she never thought possible.’
HALLOWED GROUND is the second Book I have read by Fulkerson, and let’s just say I am a fan of his writing—Highly Recommend!
Thank You, Justin Fulkerson, for providing me with an eBook of HALLOWED GROUND at the request of an honest review.
December 11, 2025
Interesting twist!
This was pleasantly surprising. I expected it to go a certain way and it definitely took a left turn elsewhere. I don’t want to give anything away, but I definitely enjoyed the resolution. I just wish We would have had a bit of an epilogue to see where the surviving characters would be a little on down the line.
This was pleasantly surprising. I expected it to go a certain way and it definitely took a left turn elsewhere. I don’t want to give anything away, but I definitely enjoyed the resolution. I just wish We would have had a bit of an epilogue to see where the surviving characters would be a little on down the line.
July 27, 2020
I did not care for this one at all.There was a lot of violence. Dana Rae was an ok narrator.I was given this free review copy audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review.'
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