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Torn Apart #2
Dead Texas Roads: Torn Apart Series Book 2
DEAD TEXAS ROADS is the 2nd book in the Torn Apart series and resumes the journey of several Texans face off against the living and the dead on the back roads of the state! Liz Jameson with the two Vietnam vets, Harry Walters and John Tilman continue searching the back roads of Texas for Liz's children. Amid the mayhem of the human casualties of the viral agent, there are small pockets of humanity that are still willing to help with the quest. Matt Monroe and his cohorts struggle to supply the Kerrville camp where they harbor women and children lost in the apocalypse. On a supply run, they rescue a foul-mouthed, gun-toting, woman truck driver that turns into an ally and supporter. Steve Benton, Della Marshall, and their small group take shelter in a cloistered haven only to discover it was smoke and mirrors. They continue their quest for sanctuary. MP Brian Jameson escaped a military base overrun by the infected. Without the demands of his military obligation, he has one directive; get to his wife and daughters. His struggle to reunite with his family is long and arduous.
- GenresZombies
386 pages, Kindle Edition
Published April 10, 2017
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December 16, 2023
This was another rip-roaring adventure as multiple groups of survivors try and survive in a world gone to hell, but there are problems and not only those of the characters. This was a cleaner copy than the first one. I only came across thirty-two unique issues, that with a good editor, could be cleaned up: punctuation, missing words, wrong words and formatting.
Another issue is the addition of new characters. Why would that be a problem/ I mean a series with six books will have more characters added as it should be. The problem is, they are joining the story too fast and their scenes are resembling a machinegun; they are spraying all over the place.
Chapters become short passed the fifty-percent mark and every one is filled with some type of action scene. Some are believable while others fell flat. I mean how many times can one read about the undead being killed in gruesome ways yet still keep the readers attention? The formula is becoming too contrite and trivial. It’s starting to remind me of “Game of Thrones,” of which I was not a fan of. And, you will now need a scores card to keep off with the four main groups and all the splinter groups that are being thrown into the fray.
Overall, it’s not a bad read, but at this time, I will not be continuing with the series.
Three Stars
Another issue is the addition of new characters. Why would that be a problem/ I mean a series with six books will have more characters added as it should be. The problem is, they are joining the story too fast and their scenes are resembling a machinegun; they are spraying all over the place.
Chapters become short passed the fifty-percent mark and every one is filled with some type of action scene. Some are believable while others fell flat. I mean how many times can one read about the undead being killed in gruesome ways yet still keep the readers attention? The formula is becoming too contrite and trivial. It’s starting to remind me of “Game of Thrones,” of which I was not a fan of. And, you will now need a scores card to keep off with the four main groups and all the splinter groups that are being thrown into the fray.
Overall, it’s not a bad read, but at this time, I will not be continuing with the series.
Three Stars
January 5, 2026
I'm really enjoying this series. Yes, the editing could be better, but I don't usually notice things like that too much unless it causes confusion.
The one thing, I did notice between the two books is that the author's prejudice against fat/large people is evident throughout the story. Every time size is mentioned, that person is stupid and or evil. Race, special needs, even age is handled very delicately, but not weight.
The one thing, I did notice between the two books is that the author's prejudice against fat/large people is evident throughout the story. Every time size is mentioned, that person is stupid and or evil. Race, special needs, even age is handled very delicately, but not weight.
November 29, 2022
love the author but he needs a good editor
Love this author and have read several o her book but this one takes the cake- misspelling and grammatical errors in every single chapter! Detracts from fabulous storytelling an the publisher should be ashamed at the end product he produced.
Love this author and have read several o her book but this one takes the cake- misspelling and grammatical errors in every single chapter! Detracts from fabulous storytelling an the publisher should be ashamed at the end product he produced.
November 13, 2021
Good story
I enjoyed reading what our groups of survivors were getting up to. Very good storytelling and really enjoy the characters.
There were more spelling errors and some sentence errors but didn't distract too much.
I am looking forward to the next book!
I enjoyed reading what our groups of survivors were getting up to. Very good storytelling and really enjoy the characters.
There were more spelling errors and some sentence errors but didn't distract too much.
I am looking forward to the next book!
March 15, 2023
The author is beginning to really struggle with editing and remembering her characters' names and story arcs. Editing on book #1 wasn't good. Editing on this one is worse.
I'm still moving on to book 3, but I'm worried.
I'm still moving on to book 3, but I'm worried.
November 25, 2023
A brilliant book and I’m getting to know the characters which are many but easy to differentiate between the groups that they are part of. It’s an intense read with no time for thoughts only hope that they are all able to survive and come together at last. Totally recommend reading this series.
May 14, 2017
Still enjoying the series, but the editing on this one was pretty bad.
May 21, 2017
Looking forward to book 3!
September 7, 2017
Great
Excellent story. Lots of action and terror. The characters are well done and realistic. I thoroughly enjoyed the story and I hope the next one is coming out soon.
Excellent story. Lots of action and terror. The characters are well done and realistic. I thoroughly enjoyed the story and I hope the next one is coming out soon.
February 20, 2018
Great book
This was a great read cant wait for the third book to come out have to find out how it ends
This was a great read cant wait for the third book to come out have to find out how it ends
February 17, 2019
And the continues
The survivors of the apocalypse in Texas are trying to find loved ones, family and a place of safety. Another nonstop ride. I'm ready for the next book 😱
The survivors of the apocalypse in Texas are trying to find loved ones, family and a place of safety. Another nonstop ride. I'm ready for the next book 😱
April 22, 2019
Great series!
May 4, 2020
Awesome read!!!!!
I love the story of this a series. The characters are great and the story flows. The location and group changes are easy to follow.
I love the story of this a series. The characters are great and the story flows. The location and group changes are easy to follow.
May 24, 2022
Great read!
Loved it! Lots of action, great character development, and story line. Can’t wait to read more from the author, hopefully soon!
Loved it! Lots of action, great character development, and story line. Can’t wait to read more from the author, hopefully soon!
August 8, 2022
“Bloody “Good read
Love reading a good zombie book with reality in it and lots of bloody action
Only up to book 3 but loving every minute of it
Love reading a good zombie book with reality in it and lots of bloody action
Only up to book 3 but loving every minute of it
December 13, 2022
Awesome series
Anyone who likes zombie apocalypse will enjoy this book. It has a variety of characters to follow with lots of action to keep you tuning the pages.
Anyone who likes zombie apocalypse will enjoy this book. It has a variety of characters to follow with lots of action to keep you tuning the pages.
April 7, 2025
Very good story
I finished the first book so fast and immediately started reading the second. It is a very well told story.
I finished the first book so fast and immediately started reading the second. It is a very well told story.
August 13, 2025
Ugh...still a good story but can the author edit first? The amount of typos distracts from how good this series could be. I wouldn't read anymore if they weren't free through KU.
January 31, 2020
It is a at the edge of your seat thriller. A story that will stay with you.
April 19, 2017
Texas zombies...
I love zombie books, movies, series, all of them. When I started reading the first book in this series, I thought, uh huh gonna be good. And it truly was .I love the characters...Tate who drives an 18 wheeler (she's tuff), Liz , while trying to save her 2 babies, has lost herself. Matt, the alcoholic soldier who wants to save everybody, Steve with artificial legs who is strong on his own.
In this second book of the series, we refind these old friends and make new ones. Liz's father who has a mountain retreat. Liz's husband, Brian who unbeknownst to Liz is alive and desperately trying to reach the mountain. Tate,who has lost her big wheeler and almost lost her life.
Of course there are plenty of bad guys. And way too many zombies!
There are several different storylines going on. It's going to be fun to see how the author gets everybody together. It will be hard to wait on the next book. Soon I hope?
Oh, and Liz has a secret...😄
I love zombie books, movies, series, all of them. When I started reading the first book in this series, I thought, uh huh gonna be good. And it truly was .I love the characters...Tate who drives an 18 wheeler (she's tuff), Liz , while trying to save her 2 babies, has lost herself. Matt, the alcoholic soldier who wants to save everybody, Steve with artificial legs who is strong on his own.
In this second book of the series, we refind these old friends and make new ones. Liz's father who has a mountain retreat. Liz's husband, Brian who unbeknownst to Liz is alive and desperately trying to reach the mountain. Tate,who has lost her big wheeler and almost lost her life.
Of course there are plenty of bad guys. And way too many zombies!
There are several different storylines going on. It's going to be fun to see how the author gets everybody together. It will be hard to wait on the next book. Soon I hope?
Oh, and Liz has a secret...😄
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