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Purge of Babylon #8
The Horns of Avalon
SOME THINGS ARE STILL WORTH FIGHTING FOR.
Killing has never been something Keo shied away from, but the events of the last year have made him rethink his bloody past. Except nothing lasts forever. Now, Keo has embraced his old ways and set his sights on a new target--and there is nothing more dangerous than a man with nothing to lose.
For Lara and those on the Trident, an encounter with a new group of survivors pulls them even further off course. It doesn't seem to matter how hard Lara tries to steer clear of Mercer's war on the ghouls; fate seems intent on drawing her into the conflict.
Meanwhile, the fighting rages in Texas, with Mercer's kill teams roaming the land and collaborators on war footing. Caught in the middle, Danny, Gaby, and Nate are desperate to reach the coast, but find themselves pawns in a nightmarish game of cat and mouse instead.
In this penultimate volume in The Purge of Babylon series, loyalties will be tested and destinies embraced, and the road to salvation will finally be revealed to those brave enough to answer the call of the Horns...
Killing has never been something Keo shied away from, but the events of the last year have made him rethink his bloody past. Except nothing lasts forever. Now, Keo has embraced his old ways and set his sights on a new target--and there is nothing more dangerous than a man with nothing to lose.
For Lara and those on the Trident, an encounter with a new group of survivors pulls them even further off course. It doesn't seem to matter how hard Lara tries to steer clear of Mercer's war on the ghouls; fate seems intent on drawing her into the conflict.
Meanwhile, the fighting rages in Texas, with Mercer's kill teams roaming the land and collaborators on war footing. Caught in the middle, Danny, Gaby, and Nate are desperate to reach the coast, but find themselves pawns in a nightmarish game of cat and mouse instead.
In this penultimate volume in The Purge of Babylon series, loyalties will be tested and destinies embraced, and the road to salvation will finally be revealed to those brave enough to answer the call of the Horns...
442 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 2, 2016
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April 25, 2016
I think Sam finally lost me. The last 5 books were just too repetitive, barely anything new was introduced to move the plot forward. The same scenarios happen over and over just with new bad guys and some of the same old ones. Nothing is plausible considering how little people there are anyway.
I just read a series where a main character got shot in the leg, and guess what? He couldn't fight or walk well for a few months. Here, gun shots are like mosquito bites. No matter where they are hot, they are fine the next day.
After 8 books of instant love between people who just met, flirting that makes you want to puke while they are facing certain death, Gaby can't believe someone was flirting with her? Ugh give me a break.
And if I have to hear in every conversation how smart and great Lara is one more time I may shatter my iPad. She has done nothing, that group in fact has done nothing since book 3. Enough already Sam, I get it, you want us to think Lara is great and she has an important role in your final book, but it has not at all read that way. It's freaking annoying.
I love the world he created but we are on book 8, well 10 if you include the Keo books, and really we should be on book 4. Will was turned, they fled the island, live on a boat, a new group of humans have emerged as a threat to the towns. Two sentences I've summarized the last 5 books. You can now skip them because you've literally missed nothing
I just read a series where a main character got shot in the leg, and guess what? He couldn't fight or walk well for a few months. Here, gun shots are like mosquito bites. No matter where they are hot, they are fine the next day.
After 8 books of instant love between people who just met, flirting that makes you want to puke while they are facing certain death, Gaby can't believe someone was flirting with her? Ugh give me a break.
And if I have to hear in every conversation how smart and great Lara is one more time I may shatter my iPad. She has done nothing, that group in fact has done nothing since book 3. Enough already Sam, I get it, you want us to think Lara is great and she has an important role in your final book, but it has not at all read that way. It's freaking annoying.
I love the world he created but we are on book 8, well 10 if you include the Keo books, and really we should be on book 4. Will was turned, they fled the island, live on a boat, a new group of humans have emerged as a threat to the towns. Two sentences I've summarized the last 5 books. You can now skip them because you've literally missed nothing
May 11, 2016
SPOILER ALERT: If you're not familiar with the Purge of Babylon series, stop reading now and go read books 1-7 (as well as the two side-story books), then come back. Go ahead, we’ll wait. (Soft elevator music playing in the background) Okay, you all caught up now? Good. Let’s get started.
I’m going to admit right up front, I LOVE this series. I’ve read my fair share of apocalypse fiction and this one is right up there with the best. Interesting characters, unique plot lines, good pacing, authentic dialogue, a nice smattering of humor and just enough surprises to keep you on your toes. Sure, there are a few of the common tropes typical in the genre. Two of the main characters just happen to be former Army Rangers and they just happen to run across a couple of super hot gals to rescue. A little too convenient maybe but everything else is so damned good, I’m giving the author a pass. You're welcome, Sam (I can call you Sam, right) Full review on the blog: http://www.knockinbooks.com/reviews/t...
I’m going to admit right up front, I LOVE this series. I’ve read my fair share of apocalypse fiction and this one is right up there with the best. Interesting characters, unique plot lines, good pacing, authentic dialogue, a nice smattering of humor and just enough surprises to keep you on your toes. Sure, there are a few of the common tropes typical in the genre. Two of the main characters just happen to be former Army Rangers and they just happen to run across a couple of super hot gals to rescue. A little too convenient maybe but everything else is so damned good, I’m giving the author a pass. You're welcome, Sam (I can call you Sam, right) Full review on the blog: http://www.knockinbooks.com/reviews/t...
June 30, 2016
I have read every book in this series, but after Book 7 I almost quit. I felt that Sisavath had finally drug out this story way beyond the ability to retain the integrity of the story-line. I gave book 7 three stars and one of those was a pity star, because I was such a HUGE fan of this series. I decided, after some deliberation, to go ahead and read this, as I have so much already invested in the series that I now feel committed to finish. Well, I am happy to say that I am so glad I did. This book was so much better. Not like the earlier books, still somewhat repetitive, but it did move along at a better pace and added new and interesting turns in the story. I gave this 4 stars, no pity stars included, and I am even looking forward to Bones. I thought I would never say that I was looking forward to the end of the Purge series, but I so want it to end with a strong finish.
June 22, 2019
4.5 stars
November 23, 2017
Only one more story left to read in this fantastic series. I'm in mourning:(
August 5, 2016
Speechless....and for me that's nothing short of miraculous.
I'll warn you ahead of time, this might end up long.
I started reading when I was 3 yrs old and I've spent at least half my life with my nose in a book. Or a few inches from a Kindle screen. (I'll be 50 in December.)
I read Mandingo when I was in 4th grade along with a book about Bonnie and Clyde and a romance novel called Savage in Silk. Over the years since then I've read about 15-20 Stephen King books-to include The Stand and Tommyknockers, the entire Left Behind series and The Sword of Truth series. Just this past year, in addition to this amazing series, I've read the Walking Dead novels and the entire Zombie Fallout series. So you can see, I'll read just about everything.
This-The Purge of Babylon series-has blown me away. I've loved the storyline, the characters, the way it's written and the fact I can hold all 9 books on my Kindle.
If an author is any good, the book(s) will play out in my mind like I'm watching a movie.
The Purge of Babylon would be an amazing movie
I'll warn you ahead of time, this might end up long.
I started reading when I was 3 yrs old and I've spent at least half my life with my nose in a book. Or a few inches from a Kindle screen. (I'll be 50 in December.)
I read Mandingo when I was in 4th grade along with a book about Bonnie and Clyde and a romance novel called Savage in Silk. Over the years since then I've read about 15-20 Stephen King books-to include The Stand and Tommyknockers, the entire Left Behind series and The Sword of Truth series. Just this past year, in addition to this amazing series, I've read the Walking Dead novels and the entire Zombie Fallout series. So you can see, I'll read just about everything.
This-The Purge of Babylon series-has blown me away. I've loved the storyline, the characters, the way it's written and the fact I can hold all 9 books on my Kindle.
If an author is any good, the book(s) will play out in my mind like I'm watching a movie.
The Purge of Babylon would be an amazing movie
September 29, 2017
Finally! Back on track!
Finally back on track! All the characters are involved in the book again (not just "the times and adventures of boring Keo" like the last book or two). Even Keo becomes more interesting again because the book is more balanced with the inclusion of all the familiar characters - and some new faces as well.
I'm glad Mason is still around, he's such a great character lol. Very funny and entertaining. I can't even dislike him even though I'm supposed to!
And - finally - Will!! No spoilers. Just....finally!!! Yay!
Great book. Not as fantastic as the fist few books in the series, you can't beat those, but definitely back on track. Very entertaining read! Love this series.
Finally back on track! All the characters are involved in the book again (not just "the times and adventures of boring Keo" like the last book or two). Even Keo becomes more interesting again because the book is more balanced with the inclusion of all the familiar characters - and some new faces as well.
I'm glad Mason is still around, he's such a great character lol. Very funny and entertaining. I can't even dislike him even though I'm supposed to!
And - finally - Will!! No spoilers. Just....finally!!! Yay!
Great book. Not as fantastic as the fist few books in the series, you can't beat those, but definitely back on track. Very entertaining read! Love this series.
August 28, 2018
Great Series!
I’m actually reading these books a second time now. I very rarely revisit most authors (one exception is Stephen King) so this is a real compliment ;)~. I couldn’t recommend this author more. The writing is top notch and the characters come to life. They have humor, love, gut wrenches, action, just a very well rounded series. They are just as good on this second pass as the first time I read them!
I’m actually reading these books a second time now. I very rarely revisit most authors (one exception is Stephen King) so this is a real compliment ;)~. I couldn’t recommend this author more. The writing is top notch and the characters come to life. They have humor, love, gut wrenches, action, just a very well rounded series. They are just as good on this second pass as the first time I read them!
October 27, 2016
I'm really enjoying this series. It s just plain fun, fast paced and substantive in its nature. Sisavath has not only a great sense of humor but a way with wording and timing. For me it's always been about the timing.
I like story line, the characters and the sense of timing the writer has. A good book is both riveting and always has a bit of fun in it.
I like story line, the characters and the sense of timing the writer has. A good book is both riveting and always has a bit of fun in it.
December 16, 2018
HORNS OF AVALON
Great series! Each book has a new twisted hell. Each character is so developed, when you read what's going on with each one, you get a whole different thinking. The undead creatures come out at night. Reading this series with that in mind, I'd get tense with the characters as they were worrying about the coming darkness!
Great series! Each book has a new twisted hell. Each character is so developed, when you read what's going on with each one, you get a whole different thinking. The undead creatures come out at night. Reading this series with that in mind, I'd get tense with the characters as they were worrying about the coming darkness!
May 27, 2020
Impatient Me
Never made it this far six years ago I quit at book 6 because of the turn of events and I got tired of waiting for you to finish writing! I’m very impatient but I’m glad I took the chance this time while re-reading the series to get past my disappointment and go on to the end this time. Didn’t hurt that I didn’t have to wait on any of the books this time either😂
Never made it this far six years ago I quit at book 6 because of the turn of events and I got tired of waiting for you to finish writing! I’m very impatient but I’m glad I took the chance this time while re-reading the series to get past my disappointment and go on to the end this time. Didn’t hurt that I didn’t have to wait on any of the books this time either😂
November 15, 2016
Good Read
This is supposed to be e penultimate book in the series. I can see how Sisavath is beginning to draw events to a conclusion. There is still a lot left to tie up and I look forward to reading the final book.
This is supposed to be e penultimate book in the series. I can see how Sisavath is beginning to draw events to a conclusion. There is still a lot left to tie up and I look forward to reading the final book.
July 21, 2018
Great read
I sometimes go years in between books of this series and the characters are so memorable I pick up right where I left off. Awesome writing, awesome action and plot. One of the best series of this genre.
I sometimes go years in between books of this series and the characters are so memorable I pick up right where I left off. Awesome writing, awesome action and plot. One of the best series of this genre.
November 15, 2018
Fun read
Poor quality copy from kindle. Pages missing, about 15 in the first quarter of this book. Had to return book and buy it again to get a useable copy. Really enjoyed the book.
Poor quality copy from kindle. Pages missing, about 15 in the first quarter of this book. Had to return book and buy it again to get a useable copy. Really enjoyed the book.
April 6, 2019
Edge of your seat thriller.
Intense, full of action, and great characters. Everything that makes a story great! A fun to read series with each book surpassing the last in terms of action and mystery. I can't wait to read the next one.
Intense, full of action, and great characters. Everything that makes a story great! A fun to read series with each book surpassing the last in terms of action and mystery. I can't wait to read the next one.
June 20, 2020
Great series worth every minute!
I’ve enjoyed every single book in the series so far. The characters are easy to get attached to and the action is nonstop. I’m only sorry that it’s almost over.
I’ve enjoyed every single book in the series so far. The characters are easy to get attached to and the action is nonstop. I’m only sorry that it’s almost over.
October 8, 2022
3.5 stars.
This book and the one before it should’ve been condensed into one story. Not enough happened in either to move the story forward enough to warrant 2 books.
I kept with it to get to the finale and I hope the resolution is executed better than these last few books.
This book and the one before it should’ve been condensed into one story. Not enough happened in either to move the story forward enough to warrant 2 books.
I kept with it to get to the finale and I hope the resolution is executed better than these last few books.
March 17, 2018
Excellent
Once again the tale keeps getting more and more intriguing and more and more interesting. Cant wait for the finale
Once again the tale keeps getting more and more intriguing and more and more interesting. Cant wait for the finale
March 28, 2018
So glad I got hooked on this series. Plot turns and twists make it a really enjoyable read. Can't wait to continue with this authors other stories.
June 4, 2018
Edge of Your Seat Reading
After 8 books one has to Care about the characters. I will miss them unless there is a sequel. Please
After 8 books one has to Care about the characters. I will miss them unless there is a sequel. Please
July 12, 2018
Helluva book. Glad everything is coming together
October 7, 2018
Really good series!!
I binged the entire series ... I’m starting the last book today. LOL I am dying to find out what happens!
I binged the entire series ... I’m starting the last book today. LOL I am dying to find out what happens!
January 30, 2019
Space shuttle ride
Because rollercoaster ride doesn't do this book and entire series enough justice! I came late to the game reading this but loving every corny joke
Because rollercoaster ride doesn't do this book and entire series enough justice! I came late to the game reading this but loving every corny joke
June 27, 2021
That's the good stuff..
September 28, 2016
These are some of the most addictive books I've read. Sam weaves a story that engages the reader from the first page. You genuinely care about the characters and can't put it down!
September 20, 2016
It's a book!
Not a five simply because I'm tired of Keo. I'm invested in these characters and can't wait to read more
Not a five simply because I'm tired of Keo. I'm invested in these characters and can't wait to read more
February 14, 2017
Great series!!
I have been reading this series non stop since I discovered it. I keep thinking I will get tired of it but it has me hooked. The Horns of Avalon has been the best yet and I can't wait to read the last book. Definately worth your time to read.
I have been reading this series non stop since I discovered it. I keep thinking I will get tired of it but it has me hooked. The Horns of Avalon has been the best yet and I can't wait to read the last book. Definately worth your time to read.
April 10, 2016
Amazing.
What can i say about this series of books? They are brilliant reads and this one is no exception. Where to begin! Well. No ones safe. There's danger at every turn for the characters in this book. Throughout there is tension, drama, shocks and revelations for the characters and readers alike. My favourite characters go from one danger to another and never seem safe. Just when you think things might get easier for them it all goes wrong again. I'm excited to see where Sam Sisavaths final book in this series takes us but I'm also filled with dread as I love all the characters and want them all to make it to the end, I don't think they all will though. If you love reading apocalyptic books then you need to read this series of books. I'm going to read the series again in preparation for the end of what's been a brilliant, nerve wracking, funny and entertaining series of books! I just hope the waits not too long.
What can i say about this series of books? They are brilliant reads and this one is no exception. Where to begin! Well. No ones safe. There's danger at every turn for the characters in this book. Throughout there is tension, drama, shocks and revelations for the characters and readers alike. My favourite characters go from one danger to another and never seem safe. Just when you think things might get easier for them it all goes wrong again. I'm excited to see where Sam Sisavaths final book in this series takes us but I'm also filled with dread as I love all the characters and want them all to make it to the end, I don't think they all will though. If you love reading apocalyptic books then you need to read this series of books. I'm going to read the series again in preparation for the end of what's been a brilliant, nerve wracking, funny and entertaining series of books! I just hope the waits not too long.
August 8, 2016
Solo para fans del género y de esta serie :)
Literatura barata y sencilla pero escrita en forma de thriller y bien hecho no deja de ser atractiva. No hay por qué salir a buscar los premios Nóbel o Pullitzer a la hora de elegir una novela. Yo personalmente leo de todo y cuando encuentro algo que me divierte no me importa la cantidad o ausencia de cocardas que tenga.
En este caso es una serie de las típicas del apocalipsis pero que el autor logra mantener siempre vigente. Durante un par de libros pensé que se perdía y desbarrancaba, pero creo que una vez que entendió que todo tenía que tener un fin (la avaricia todo lo puede) volvió a encaminarse. Esta es la penúltima de esta serie y debe ser de las más divertidas y atrapantes que he leído.
Ahora a aguantar hasta agosto/setiembre para el final.!
Literatura barata y sencilla pero escrita en forma de thriller y bien hecho no deja de ser atractiva. No hay por qué salir a buscar los premios Nóbel o Pullitzer a la hora de elegir una novela. Yo personalmente leo de todo y cuando encuentro algo que me divierte no me importa la cantidad o ausencia de cocardas que tenga.
En este caso es una serie de las típicas del apocalipsis pero que el autor logra mantener siempre vigente. Durante un par de libros pensé que se perdía y desbarrancaba, pero creo que una vez que entendió que todo tenía que tener un fin (la avaricia todo lo puede) volvió a encaminarse. Esta es la penúltima de esta serie y debe ser de las más divertidas y atrapantes que he leído.
Ahora a aguantar hasta agosto/setiembre para el final.!
April 6, 2016
The good news: the book's worth the few dollars and several hours spent reading it. The not-so-good news: it's getting predictable. The author should have wrapped up this series during the seventh book. That would have made this series a classic. While still a fun read (hey, we all love Danny, right?), it was starting to repeat itself. I swear there were scenes I'd already read in a previous book: Oh my, they get trapped in a building... again. Someone gets shot and miraculously recovers without any trace of infection... again. While I'll probably read the last book (because I've come this far, darn it), I hope I don't have to read about another night trapped in a barn or a bank. Still, I recommend this series.
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