Deadly Dozen

ZOMBIES INSIDE by Rebecca Besser and Courtney Rene is a collection of twelve zombie stories by the two authors:

ADMIT ONE, UNDEAD - stupid teens wreck a carnival

THE WORLD OF ZOMBIES - a nod to a zombie classic

MY KIND OF WOMAN - a bad breakup

EVIL MOUNTAIN - mix of monsters

THE HEART OF HEROISM - special needs superhero vs zombies

HEROIC DREAMS - rescue of a sidekick

A DAY IN THE NEW WORLD - more like a moment in a dead world

TO WALK THE HALLS - extremely horrific

WHEN PLANS FAIL - a mother's difficult decision

HIGH PRICE FOR HOPE - a father's difficult decision

THE MAGIC OF CHRISTMAS - zombies at the North Pole

THE POWER OF A GIFT - the sequel to the previous story

Quite a range of stories for zombiephiles.

As always,
AstraDaemon

Harvesting the Dead

NURSE BLOOD by Rebecca Besser is the author's best work, and I don't say that lightly. She's written all kinds of stories ranging from zombie horror to science fiction. This time, Besser has combined suspense, horror and drama to create one hell of a crime thriller!

The story is told through multiple POVs, but mainly alternates between the FBI investigating dozens of missing person cases and a group of organ harvesters. Sonya has been with the group since day one, baiting and kidnapping victims, while Agent David is finally making headway in his twin brother's case. (Having the brothers be identical twins is a great detail!) Sonya's group are going after an entire family this time, and David is successfully connecting the puzzle pieces.

The dynamics of the harvesting group is better than any soap opera, with deadlier consequences when in-fighting begins. David's personal connection to the investigation reminds readers of how lives are destroyed, not saved, as Sonya often rationalizes. The ending is like a sudden drop after several wicked curves, and will likely have readers screaming long-after the ride is over.

I can't wait for the sequel!!

I am very excited to announce this week's prize is an autographed copy of NURSE BLOOD. To enter, just leave a comment below about this book/author/review. A winner will be chosen on Sunday, October 27th.

As always,
AstraDaemon

YA Science Fiction

HEART OF A SOLDIER by Rebecca Besser is a YA science fiction story about a couple falling in love, and risking their lives to help a loved one. Definitely a story for a younger audience. Besser has created such a fascinating setting, I think the author should consider writing a mini-series around the JMB.

FUELING A JOY RIDE is told through the POV of two young aliens stranded on Earth. The story is a bit of science fiction humor. Again, written for a younger audience.

While these stories are not what I'm used to reading by the author, they are a solid starting point for future fans. I recommend following up with the Re-Civilize novellas by Besser.

As always,
AstraDaemon