magpie_666's review
2.0
I didn't know that this was a zombie story, otherwise I wouldn't have downloaded it.
This book is very short, and it doesn't really have an ending. I know it's a part of a series but it still just kind of finishes.
I've seen too many zombie films over the years now to be interested in it anymore, I'm even bored of The Walking Dead show. It's not the fault of the book, or the author as it's written well, but it just doesn't add anything to the genre for me personally.
I won't be continuing with the series, but I do recommend it to those who love zombies, or are wanting to branch out into zombie territory.
This book is very short, and it doesn't really have an ending. I know it's a part of a series but it still just kind of finishes.
I've seen too many zombie films over the years now to be interested in it anymore, I'm even bored of The Walking Dead show. It's not the fault of the book, or the author as it's written well, but it just doesn't add anything to the genre for me personally.
I won't be continuing with the series, but I do recommend it to those who love zombies, or are wanting to branch out into zombie territory.
whatemsreadingx's review
2.0
The story itself and how it was presented to us, reading a book in a diary format from a child's perspective as they navigate the end of the world. It was a completely different take on the world ending trope. I will admit I did find it difficult to warm to Kellie (our narrator and child) for no other reason than I just felt she was a bit annoying...
There are other books in the series after this one, but I felt like it still cut off really abruptly and felt like a marketing ploy to get others to buy the next book.
I will say I was really bugged by this one once I reached the end of the book, the kindle version had a text only format at the end (the story was actually done as if written in a diary on lined paper, with childlike handwriting) and it made it feel as if the book was much longer.
There are other books in the series after this one, but I felt like it still cut off really abruptly and felt like a marketing ploy to get others to buy the next book.
I will say I was really bugged by this one once I reached the end of the book, the kindle version had a text only format at the end (the story was actually done as if written in a diary on lined paper, with childlike handwriting) and it made it feel as if the book was much longer.
mckenzierichardson's review
2.0
The zombie apocalypse through the eyes of a nine-year-old. I was very intrigued by the idea, but was disappointed because really not much happened. The story is short, but it's pretty predictable and a bit dull with the simplistic, childish writing.
Also, I read the "graphic novel", which consisted of nine short entries from Kellie's diary. I'm not sure how it's a graphic novel since neither of those words really describe it. There are no graphics. The text is just presented in a childish font on lined notebook paper.
Interesting concept, but not much else to really pull me in.
Also, I read the "graphic novel", which consisted of nine short entries from Kellie's diary. I'm not sure how it's a graphic novel since neither of those words really describe it. There are no graphics. The text is just presented in a childish font on lined notebook paper.
Interesting concept, but not much else to really pull me in.
keikoreadsmanga's review
3.0
Horrifying and hooking!
At first, Kellie sounded like an unreliable character to me. I thought maybe she's been seeing things—or maybe it was her who actually did make people sick. The typical Carrie vibe maybe. And then it dawned on me that this is really happening. Apocalyptic. People are turning into zombies or monsters as how Kellie described them. I was amazed at how Kellie handled everything, being as a child as she is. I mean, I was terrified, I'd die instantly if I was there. She's a strong and perceptive character. You wouldn't want to put it down until you got to the last page.
Thanks, Amazon for the copy!
At first, Kellie sounded like an unreliable character to me. I thought maybe she's been seeing things—or maybe it was her who actually did make people sick. The typical Carrie vibe maybe. And then it dawned on me that this is really happening. Apocalyptic. People are turning into zombies or monsters as how Kellie described them. I was amazed at how Kellie handled everything, being as a child as she is. I mean, I was terrified, I'd die instantly if I was there. She's a strong and perceptive character. You wouldn't want to put it down until you got to the last page.
Thanks, Amazon for the copy!
ladybocknite's review
adventurous
dark
emotional
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Have you ever wondered what the apocalypse looked like from the eyes of a child? Well this book does just that. I couldn’t put it down. I haven’t read a book in diary entry style in years and really appreciated this one. It was sad and in some ways sweet due to childhood innocence.
briannab1019's review
3.0
Interesting point of view
It was kind of cool to see the zombie storyline from a child point of view. I thought the journal style with her handwriting was a unique touch. Overall just a fun short read. I'm looking forward to seeing where her story goes with the sequels.
It was kind of cool to see the zombie storyline from a child point of view. I thought the journal style with her handwriting was a unique touch. Overall just a fun short read. I'm looking forward to seeing where her story goes with the sequels.
bookmarked642's review
3.0
This was free in the Kindle store and despite not really knowing much about it, I decided I'd download it. It's the graphic novel version of the first part of this collection, which is also available as an ordinary novel. It's a short story, as I believe each individual story is.
As this is only a really short part of the collection, and I don't want to spoil the story, I can't really tell you much. But it is written fantastically, really capturing the voice of a young child. It's based in the early nineties, when several children - and then teachers - start to fall ill and disappear. Kellie is later forced to fight for her life against the "monsters" - most commonly known as zombies. Yep, this is an apocalypse diary written by a small child, alone.
Of course, being "written by a child" means that description - even spelling - is not great. But that is obviously intentional and adds to the overall effect of the book. This particular edition happens to be designed to look like a notebook too, as opposed to the ordinary text of a novel.
I am really tempted to look into buying the whole collection. It really ends quite suddenly and unexpectedly, and I do want to know what happens to Kellie. Does she find her family? Does she even survive in the end? I'm surprised by how much I enjoyed this in the end. 3.5 stars!
As this is only a really short part of the collection, and I don't want to spoil the story, I can't really tell you much. But it is written fantastically, really capturing the voice of a young child. It's based in the early nineties, when several children - and then teachers - start to fall ill and disappear. Kellie is later forced to fight for her life against the "monsters" - most commonly known as zombies. Yep, this is an apocalypse diary written by a small child, alone.
Of course, being "written by a child" means that description - even spelling - is not great. But that is obviously intentional and adds to the overall effect of the book. This particular edition happens to be designed to look like a notebook too, as opposed to the ordinary text of a novel.
I am really tempted to look into buying the whole collection. It really ends quite suddenly and unexpectedly, and I do want to know what happens to Kellie. Does she find her family? Does she even survive in the end? I'm surprised by how much I enjoyed this in the end. 3.5 stars!