Dead Beat

by Remy Porter

Reminiscent of the early style of James Herbert this book doesn't pull any punches or release its teeth! Infection in the coastal countryside with pockets of survivors coming to terms with an instant battle for their lives. Johnny, the local police officer holds out in a police station with a small group, and the local farmers creating their own brutal form of a feudal society in a larger group. With enemies of each other as well as the undead hordes.


The main characters are fantastic with excellent back stories to all of them. Theres everything in this book. Extreme violence, terror, horror and gore. The storyline runs along smoothly to a dramatic and unceasing finale.

For a first novel from a new author its incredibly detailed and fluid. It certainly leaves you hungry for more.
 

Zombies for Zombies

by David P Murphy

Whilst wandering the local area seeking out possible infection I found, neigh tripped over a tome lying discarded in the Autumnal covering.

On closer inspection it appeared to be a manual for the recently bitten/infected/dead. The advice pertaining in it is an ordered mixture of instructions and suggestions for the soon to be walking dead, from what to eat to what to wear and even sexual technique as described in the section 'Koma Sutra'.

All in all the book is a great laugh, and I defy anyone not too crack a smile at least when reading most parts of this book.

Domain of the Dead

by Iain McKinnon

First novel by the author, and a damn good read. The story starts several years into a global infestation. A rag tag bunch of survivors are existing in a warehouse, that's running severely short of supplies. Sarah is on the roof early one morning where she hears the telltale sound of a helicopter nearby.

From there the story shifts to a refuge where lots is explained and events unfold into the most perfect of endings. It has likeable, believable characters, and the scripting is spot on asking the questions I would ask.

Autumn: The City

by David Moody

Excellent sequel to the modern classic 'Autumn'. This book follows a separate set of survivors after major infection, including a group of soldiers who have been hidden away since the outbreak started. The book starts at parallel time to the start of Autumn but soon becomes a sequel. Excellent story, realistic and compelling. Looking forward to the next in the series!

You are able to purchase this book in numerous digital formats.

Autumn

by David Moody

I can't rate this book too highly, Fantastic is one word for it. Very believable, realistic situations. Also its set in the UK which is a major plus for me as I find I can relate and empathize with the characters better. The story follows 3 survivors, Michael, Emma and Carl, as they struggle to survive after a mysterious fast acting plague wipes out 95% of the population. Just to make matters worse the recently dead are reviving and are becoming more aware.

The big plus with this book is that it is FREE to download! I downloaded and read this book and have recently purchased the sequel, oh yes there are more Watch this space!!!

World War Z (2006) 

by Max Brooks

Compilation of actual accounts of survivors of World War Z, the war between Humans and Zombies. Written after the fact in an intelligent believable way by a UN correspondent who wasn't allowed to make public his accounts at the time. The accounts, from people all over the world, are eerily realistic. Well worth a read and soon to become a Movie!

The Zombie Survival Guide (2003) 

by 

Max Brooks

A total must for all zombie junkies. Be prepared. This book deals with all aspects of dealing with, and surviving an actual outbreak. Its realistic in a really scary way, and teaches you how to prepare and how to adapt in a new world where humans are on the endangered species list. You'll be very surprised in the best ways of dispatching the would-be diner of your body.