"Hot Zone" by Steve Konkoly - #BookReview

"Hot Zone" by Steven Konkoly I freely admit that I'm a fan of Steven Konkoly. I was hooked once I read Jakarta Pandemic, his first novel and prequel in the Perseid Collapse series. I became a member of his author fan club via his website.  Because of that, I learned about his upcoming books and eventually joined his advanced readers group. That's how I came to read Hot Zone: Zulu Virus Chronicle #1. 

Background: For those of you who have read the "Black Flagged" series, you'll see a subtle nod to Redux. If you haven't read them, it should be okay. You'll enjoy Hot Zone on its own merits. At least I did.

Genres: Pandemic bordering on Post-Apocalyptic with some Medical, Military, and Law Enforcement mixed in.

Overall Story: In the beginning, a hospital ER has been kept busy with patients who complaints are similar to the 'flu' yet it is unlike anything the physicians have seen before. Later the readers are introduced to a youngish couple, a policeman and his son, a research scientist, as well as an elite group of individuals. Each only knows what is set before them or what they glean from various sources. As they realize their survival is at stake, they begin to trust others less than they did before. 

My thoughts: Considering that sometimes the couple or father-son were together, the reader could still see the events unfold from an individual perspective. Of course, they each saw it slightly differently based on their life's journey to that point. I really liked that Mr. Konkoly is able to do that. From my experience, not every author is able to pull that off. 

Warning: There is Violence as well as Adult Language and Situations. So I recommend a parent or guardian read the book first then decide if you think it is appropriate before allowing a young adult read it. 

Disclaimer: As I said, I was provided with an Advanced Reader's Copy of this book. The thoughts and opinions expressed above are totally my own - honestly and freely given.

I highly recommend this book to a mature audience who enjoys the genres mentioned above. 

Happy reading,

Lynn Hallbrooks,
Reader/blogger/author/founder Call Sign: Wrecking Crew, LLC