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Disabled in the Age of Zombies #2
Type 1 Undead
Plagued by the ghosts of her dead sister and brother-in-law, Kristin can't say why she hasn't already joined them. For if the zombies don't take her out, her type 1 Diabetes will. It's a deadly condition if not treated right, and there is no room for that in this new world. Better to just get it over with.
At least, that's what she thinks, until she stumbles over three helpless survivors. Spurred on by a voice that sounds a lot like her sister, Kristin takes them under her wing and try to teach them how to survive in this new, hostile world.
Trigger warnings: Blood and gore. Thoughts of suicide. Drug addiction. Death of sibling. Diabetes type 1. Talk about rape.
At least, that's what she thinks, until she stumbles over three helpless survivors. Spurred on by a voice that sounds a lot like her sister, Kristin takes them under her wing and try to teach them how to survive in this new, hostile world.
Trigger warnings: Blood and gore. Thoughts of suicide. Drug addiction. Death of sibling. Diabetes type 1. Talk about rape.
- GenresZombies
234 pages, Kindle Edition
Published March 1, 2022
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March 1, 2022
Kindle Unlimited. I previously enjoyed this authors other Zombie survival story Survival Kit as well as their post-apocalyptic sci fi story; Artificial Generation. Unfortunately this one didn't pay off as much, for me.
We're dealing with an MC trying to get by with Type 1 Diabetes in a post zombie world, just a few weeks after Norway and beyond has gone to hell. She's on her own, and we soon learn her story and the sadness and failure she feels at not being able to protect those she loves, and how in life 'before' she wasn't necessarily a great person. I did find this very interesting. She's a complicated character, who's standoffish and guilt-ridden, yet trying to survive.
She soon meets a family, a brother and sister, and the brother's pregnant wife, in need of saving and they team up, against her better judgement, and everyone's own understandable caution and paranoia.
Where it fell down for me, was the supposed romance between the sister character and our MC. It's basically treated like, well we're the only single queer folks around, might as well f!ck. And the SIL is all like, yeah totally, you guys totally should do that during a zombie apocalypse, you both deserve to let off some steam - so it just felt very shallow and weirdly incestuous, too.
We travel with this band a bit, foraging for supplies and there's conversation about the zombies and how they are the way they are, what they know about them etc. They are somewhat different to The Walking Dead Z's, and some of the Lore is different. There's talk about water contamination, and meat contamination - but a lot of it seemed added on, as an afterthought.
Unfortunately, the ending leaves a lot to be desired. Now obviously I get it, it's an apocalypse story - but I guess I just wanted more. I felt throughout we were heading toward something, but never got there. In any sense of the word. I felt let down.
So I would recommend the authors other two works I listed above.
We're dealing with an MC trying to get by with Type 1 Diabetes in a post zombie world, just a few weeks after Norway and beyond has gone to hell. She's on her own, and we soon learn her story and the sadness and failure she feels at not being able to protect those she loves, and how in life 'before' she wasn't necessarily a great person. I did find this very interesting. She's a complicated character, who's standoffish and guilt-ridden, yet trying to survive.
She soon meets a family, a brother and sister, and the brother's pregnant wife, in need of saving and they team up, against her better judgement, and everyone's own understandable caution and paranoia.
Where it fell down for me, was the supposed romance between the sister character and our MC. It's basically treated like, well we're the only single queer folks around, might as well f!ck. And the SIL is all like, yeah totally, you guys totally should do that during a zombie apocalypse, you both deserve to let off some steam - so it just felt very shallow and weirdly incestuous, too.
We travel with this band a bit, foraging for supplies and there's conversation about the zombies and how they are the way they are, what they know about them etc. They are somewhat different to The Walking Dead Z's, and some of the Lore is different. There's talk about water contamination, and meat contamination - but a lot of it seemed added on, as an afterthought.
Unfortunately, the ending leaves a lot to be desired. Now obviously I get it, it's an apocalypse story - but I guess I just wanted more. I felt throughout we were heading toward something, but never got there. In any sense of the word. I felt let down.
So I would recommend the authors other two works I listed above.
January 20, 2022
I reviewed the first book in this series, so when the author offered me a copy of the second I was happy to accept!
I continue to love the mechanics of the zombies in this book: with the heat seeking and contagion elements. It adds an extra level to the entire thing that makes it stand out in comparison to other zombie novels. The non-American setting also continues to be a huge marker in its uniqueness. Not many zombie stories in the modern age come with a distinct lack of guns. There is still plenty of violence for anyone searching for some good zombie-slaying.
Ris as a character was intriguing and her backstory was that perfect kind of tragic and grief-stricken. Scenes revolving directly around grief always stick with me more than scenes directly showing death. And Ris grieving her sister and brother-in-law strike a chord. The relationship between her and Bex, as strangely blunt as the entire thing is, also struck me as appropriate for a zombie apocalypse. It wasn't necessarily a romance. more like two sapphic women connecting from shared angst and backstory.
It's difficult to discuss the ending without spoilers (obviously) but it was an important factor in my enjoyment of the story. I was surprised the author was willing to go as hard as she did and I respect her for it. There was still something vaguely unsatisfying about it in a way I couldn't put my finger on. Although, in retrospect, that may have been part of the point.
The biggest reason that I took off a star was a slight issue between the synopsis and the story. Basically: the lack of insulin never actually becomes an issue. Ris's diabetes is definitely a factor, both in her character and the plot's tension as a whole. But throughout the book she finds plenty of insulin in the pharmacies they pass through during the plot. And while it does tie into her nihilism, there were other factors that would have brought about the same suicide-ideation unconnected to a lack of insulin. If anything, finding a can of cola at a crucial moment was a bigger point of tension.
In general, I continue to enjoy the concept of the series. A zombie apocalypse is a perfect analogy for the societal hardships disabled people face. And, as always, I appreciate the sapphism AH Haga throws in as well.
I continue to love the mechanics of the zombies in this book: with the heat seeking and contagion elements. It adds an extra level to the entire thing that makes it stand out in comparison to other zombie novels. The non-American setting also continues to be a huge marker in its uniqueness. Not many zombie stories in the modern age come with a distinct lack of guns. There is still plenty of violence for anyone searching for some good zombie-slaying.
Ris as a character was intriguing and her backstory was that perfect kind of tragic and grief-stricken. Scenes revolving directly around grief always stick with me more than scenes directly showing death. And Ris grieving her sister and brother-in-law strike a chord. The relationship between her and Bex, as strangely blunt as the entire thing is, also struck me as appropriate for a zombie apocalypse. It wasn't necessarily a romance. more like two sapphic women connecting from shared angst and backstory.
It's difficult to discuss the ending without spoilers (obviously) but it was an important factor in my enjoyment of the story. I was surprised the author was willing to go as hard as she did and I respect her for it. There was still something vaguely unsatisfying about it in a way I couldn't put my finger on. Although, in retrospect, that may have been part of the point.
The biggest reason that I took off a star was a slight issue between the synopsis and the story. Basically: the lack of insulin never actually becomes an issue. Ris's diabetes is definitely a factor, both in her character and the plot's tension as a whole. But throughout the book she finds plenty of insulin in the pharmacies they pass through during the plot. And while it does tie into her nihilism, there were other factors that would have brought about the same suicide-ideation unconnected to a lack of insulin. If anything, finding a can of cola at a crucial moment was a bigger point of tension.
In general, I continue to enjoy the concept of the series. A zombie apocalypse is a perfect analogy for the societal hardships disabled people face. And, as always, I appreciate the sapphism AH Haga throws in as well.
August 23, 2023
A bit rougher than Survival Kit in story, but not bad. I like Ris's evolution, tho, and really liked to read about the diabetes related issues.
February 23, 2022
This story is so good. Type 1 Undead is a great representative of how no one should discount a person with health issues that consider them disabled. We are fighters and Kristin is a kick-ass warrior who just happens to save others too. If you love zombies, a solid emotional roller-coaster, then you are going to love Type 1 Undead. I cannot wait to read the next book in the series.
I received an ARC of this book and I am writing a review without prejudice and voluntarily.
Check out the rest of my review at Phoebe's Randoms. Link in bio.
I received an ARC of this book and I am writing a review without prejudice and voluntarily.
Check out the rest of my review at Phoebe's Randoms. Link in bio.
October 31, 2023
Same story as with the first one. Bad editing and lame zombies. Too much info dumping, too little action.
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April 21, 2022
Type 1 undead by A.H. Haga.
Disabled in the Age of Zombies Book 2.
Plagued by the ghosts of her dead sister and brother-in-law, Kristin can't say why she hasn't already joined them. For if the zombies don't take her out, her Diabetes Type 1 will finish the job soon. Insulin only lasts for so long, and what will she do when it runs out? Better to just get it over with.
A very good read with good characters. Likeable story. 4*.
Disabled in the Age of Zombies Book 2.
Plagued by the ghosts of her dead sister and brother-in-law, Kristin can't say why she hasn't already joined them. For if the zombies don't take her out, her Diabetes Type 1 will finish the job soon. Insulin only lasts for so long, and what will she do when it runs out? Better to just get it over with.
A very good read with good characters. Likeable story. 4*.
March 11, 2022
The Ending Really
I enjoyed 5he book a lot. My opinio
n only just didn't like how it ended. Sad and angry like finally she was trying and that happened.
I enjoyed 5he book a lot. My opinio
n only just didn't like how it ended. Sad and angry like finally she was trying and that happened.
April 21, 2022
At a loss
I would have rated a five star BUT didn't like the end, for selfish reasons.
I meany really, is that Ris ending? What about Pat???? I am hoping there is a follow up.
I would have rated a five star BUT didn't like the end, for selfish reasons.
I meany really, is that Ris ending? What about Pat???? I am hoping there is a follow up.
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