Review Detail

I really liked the concept of this book.  It was different from the
zombie books that I have heard about lately.  Its more of a
post-apocalyptic story of how people move on and live their lives after
the initial wave of zombies.   It doesnt surprise me that in Marys
town a religious group has pretty much taken power and steered how life
would carry on.  The main reason I did not rate this book higher is
that I really could not stand Mary as the main character and found
following her story irritating.   Im not saying you should not read it
because the story is written well but there were some things that
bothered me.  Stop here if you do not want any spoilers.

Although at some points it seems like its breaking through to her I
dont know if Mary ever truly comprehends just how selfish she is.  I
cant imagine living a life like she has but she basically ruins the
life of Harry, Travis and her brother, Jed, due to her caring only for
her own desires.  Initially Jed comes across as a big jerk but in the
end he probably dies trying to help Mary fulfill her dream.  Travis
gives up his life trying to protect her, hoping he will be enough to
keep her happy and Harry was so in love with her he did not realize
what he had in Cass, who loves him.  It almost seems unfair that in the
end Mary does achieve her dream and apparently can go on to live a
happy life while her brother is most likely dead and her best friend,
Cass, Harry and the young boy they save are stranded in the forest with
the zombies.

Reprinted here with author's permission.