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Lazarus
by
Lori Titus (Goodreads Author)
In 1869, a young widow named Luella Pembry arrives in the town of Lazarus, California.
She is aware of Lazarus' secret; it's a site of infrequent Risings of the dead. But lately, the phenomenon is happening more often.
When Luella approaches Sheriff Drake and Mayor Cole to offer her aid, both men are skeptical.
How can this stranger stop the Risings? It soon becomes clear tha
Paperback, 104 pages
Published
September 24th 2010
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nice, i just entered for this one yesterday for my husband so cool that i actually won it! =) First Reads is the best ever!!
got the book in the mail today and was a little surprised, it is just 100 pages and the wording is huge too. a little disappointing but maybe once i read it the book will make up for it's limited pages.
got the book in the mail today and was a little surprised, it is just 100 pages and the wording is huge too. a little disappointing but maybe once i read it the book will make up for it's limited pages.
You'll find everything in this book from action, romance, mystery and horror. Lazarus is a place where the dead have a difficult time staying dead and the residents aren't quite what they seem. The main character Luella Pembry is blessed - or perhaps in some cases, cursed - with a mysterious gift which brings her to the dusty ol' town. With the assistance of a very nice Sheriff, she must race against the clock to prevent a supernatural catastrophe that threatens the town and it's residents.
Luella Pembry can speak to the dead. Ghosts are all around her, and ask that she do their bidding. She is called to a place called Lazarus, where others have magical talents of their own, and the dead tend to rise, though this type of dead are zombies, and they seek to destroy the living.
Lazarus is a tightly written novella that immerses the reader in the old west, with a twilight zone bent to it. Its mix of magic and the grit of the old west keeps the reader intrigued page after page. Lori Tit...more
Lazarus is a tightly written novella that immerses the reader in the old west, with a twilight zone bent to it. Its mix of magic and the grit of the old west keeps the reader intrigued page after page. Lori Tit...more
As usual, I was eagerly checking the mail for the presence of a new book while awaiting the arrival of Lazarus by Lori Titus, so when I first noticed the manila envelope in the mailbox I was a bit surprised by the thinness of the package awaiting me. I suppose that was probably my own fault though, seeing as I was expecting a novel but was surprised by the presence of a novella instead. That being said, after opening the envelope and being met by a glossy, beautiful cover, my expectations rose....more
Lazarus is a western undead treat! Short, but with plenty of story for your dollar, this tale features zombies, psychics, romance, thrills and more. Luella Pembry, a woman with a haunted past, enters Lazarus a town with a past of its own and a present filled with the hoardes of the flesh-hungry undead. There are some great characters and some very thrilling moments. The plot moves right along and my only desire was that we could know some of the side characters in this strange town a little bett...more
Lori Titus’ novella Lazarus brings into the zombie genre, not only a bit of the Old West, but a heroine who comesto try to save a small town from being overrun by the undead. Luella Pembry arrives in Lazarus, California with knowledge of the town’s mysterious history that makes more than one of the townsfolk a bit wary on her reasons for coming to Lazarus. Sheriff Benjamin Drake and Mayor Jasper Cole both have secrets regarding the town and some of the events that have happened…the question is w...more
Lori Titus has this way of enchanting the reader’s senses while taking their imagination on a horror joyride. It’s as if you are laying in bed, having your mother’s sweet voice tell you a bedtime story, and the next minute she puts a pillow over your face and won’t let you breathe, all while speaking in her crisp, lovely voice. Suddenly, the pillow is lifted. She is back in her chair, and you are left wondering whether any of it happened at all. Lazarus takes place in the rusty, dusty west when...more
I have to say, given that Lori is a first time out writer in a genre not typically tackled, I was skeptical and a little hesitant to read Lazarus. I'll admit to a real fear of the walking, rotting undead (not so much the sparkly, gothic drama-queen undead) and was wondering if the the mental imagery was going to be too much for me. Lazarus, however, did not disappoint.
Fast-paced, clever and articulate, the story flowed, and I was surprised that, after only a small chunk of pages in, I already ha...more
Fast-paced, clever and articulate, the story flowed, and I was surprised that, after only a small chunk of pages in, I already ha...more
Lazarus is one of those books that is hard to classify. Part zombie horror, part gun-slinging western, the novella narrates the goings-on in the quaint desert town of Lazarus, California, where the dead don’t stay that way.
Widow Luella Pembry arrives in Lazarus with a zombie-detecting device and a plan to stop the town from being overrun. She offers her help, for a price. But the town Sheriff and Mayer have buried secrets of their own, and don’t appreciate Luella digging around in their pasts. W...more
Widow Luella Pembry arrives in Lazarus with a zombie-detecting device and a plan to stop the town from being overrun. She offers her help, for a price. But the town Sheriff and Mayer have buried secrets of their own, and don’t appreciate Luella digging around in their pasts. W...more
I received this book for free through Goodreads First Reads. My thanks to Lori Titus.
I loved the premise of zombie tale set in the Old West and had high hopes. After all, why wouldn't the supernatural beings exist in a land of outlaws, quick guns and quicker deaths?
My expectations were not met, sadly. The writing flowed as though it were a police report: Just the facts, ma'am. The dialogue was a forced and did not flow naturally. Because of this, the story seemed jumpy to me, almost as though it...more
I loved the premise of zombie tale set in the Old West and had high hopes. After all, why wouldn't the supernatural beings exist in a land of outlaws, quick guns and quicker deaths?
My expectations were not met, sadly. The writing flowed as though it were a police report: Just the facts, ma'am. The dialogue was a forced and did not flow naturally. Because of this, the story seemed jumpy to me, almost as though it...more
Lori Titus pens a sharp, supernatural tale with her novella, Lazarus, a zombie western horror. She balances a great plot with steady action, creative elements and mystery, and authentic characters.
Luella Pembry waltzes into the town of Lazarus, challenging the people’s laws and the heart of Sheriff Benjamin Drake. She’s haunted by a difficult past and frequent, chilling warnings from the apparitions she sees. Little does she know that Sheriff Drake has his own supernatural abilities too. But Lue...more
Luella Pembry waltzes into the town of Lazarus, challenging the people’s laws and the heart of Sheriff Benjamin Drake. She’s haunted by a difficult past and frequent, chilling warnings from the apparitions she sees. Little does she know that Sheriff Drake has his own supernatural abilities too. But Lue...more
Lazarus is a short story novel. It is no more than 100 pages. Lazarus is a book I don't usually read. I have an issue with zombies. However after reading Lazarus, I have to say I love the book. This book has an individual who sees and speaks to ghost, a mind reader, a necromancer, and the supernatural happening all in a small town out in the West. The story is pretty simple but it has enough materials that makes it worth reading. By the way, the story is Western set in 1869 for any Western fans....more
I really enjoyed this book. I love stuff that has to do with scary plots, ghost , etc. so this book was right up my alley. The beginning kinda took a while to get into but was worth it since it only got better. I would recommend this book to any reader who loves thrillers with good endings.
From a surprisingly short book, a pretty good story. I really like the setting, with zombies and magic of certain sorts common. A bit pulp comic even. I enjoyed the characters and even though some of the connections they make to one another seem a bit rushed, they are still believable. I think this would make a great series of short stories in the same setting , not necessarily needing to follow the same characters, but that might be interesting to see where they go from the conclusion here. A r...more
Lori Titus has done a wonderful job with this Novella. She managed to squeeze so much in to this short work set in 1869. There's romance, action, cowboys, psychic powers and zombies. What amazed me is she was able to develop such full/rich characters in the Novella form. You really care about the people and their struggle to keep their town safe at any cost.
Zombies, the Old West, Psychics and a heroine named Luella Pembry ... oh my has Lori Titus got her an excellent read in Lazarus. The novella, which also mixes in ghosts and romance, is unlike anything I have read in a while. I enjoyed the characters (especially Luella and Sully), the plot twists and the Twilight Zone feel it had throughout the book. It may be short, but perfect for someone (like me) who has a hectic schedule.
Oh my golly I could not put this down! Not the longest book, and not the best I have ever read, but it had me hooked! I loved the characters, although they developed quickly as did their relationships I soon found myself involved in their feelings. A fabulous short read. Recommend to anyone looking for a Western Zombie story!
I have to say, this is a good book. Luella and Drake are quite the team, whether it's killing zombies or raising kids. Lori Titus is definitely an author with incredible talent. I hope to read more of her work in the future.
***Won on GoodReads First Reads***
***Won on GoodReads First Reads***
This was a Goodreads, First Reads selection. For as short as it was, it was pretty good. Zombieland meets the old west, is the best way I can describe it.
In case you haven't read this one....here is another editing project I may not have posted about. A back in the day ghost tale with a splash of zombies.
Won a copy through one of the giveaways but never received a copy.
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Short Story Collection: Green Water Lullaby
Novella: Hailey's Shadow
Upcoming Titles:
The Moon Goddess
Marradith, Darkly
Webzine: Flashes in the Dark
http://flashesinthedark.com/
Follow The Marradith Ryder Series:
http://flashesinthedark.com/the-marra...
Lori is the host of an internet talk show with Tonia Brown:
http://www.blogtalkradio.com/flashesi... radio
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