Dead Earth: The Green Dawn [Kindle Edition]

David T. Wilbanks (Author), Mark Justice (Author)

Book Description

Something bad has happened in Nevada.



No one knows what it is for sure. Rumors fly about plagues and secret government experiments. And the President isn't talking.



In Serenity, New Mexico, Deputy Sheriff Jubal Slate has his hands full. It seems that half the town, including his mother and his boss, are sick from an unusual malady.



Even more worrisome is the oddly-colored dawn sky.



Then a stranger crashes through town, a woman with a nightmarish story about what really happened in the Nevada desert.



Soon, the townspeople of Serenity start dying.



And they won't stay dead.



DEAD EARTH: THE VENGEANCE ROAD (Book 2) available here: amzn.com/dp/B0048WPCAE/

Editorial Reviews

Review

"A thrilling, brutal apocalyptic novella - a cross between Romero, King, and the classic The Body Snatchers - this one will have you watching the skies for months to come." -- Tim Lebbon, author of Dusk and Berserk

"Marks the welcome debut of two talented new writers to the horror genre, and I look forward to their next work." -- Ray Garton, author of The Loveliest Dead

"Filled with well-crafted characters, a fast plot and enough action for a dozen novels, the story pushes past the boundaries that have been set before and rises to a new zenith. If you're tired of the same old undead, try the new improved model."-- James A. Moore, author of Blood Red

"A rich tapestry of post-apocalyptic horror, fully-realized and wonderfully written. Unique and surprising, this is sure to please readers who enjoy end-of-the-world fiction." -- Brian Keene, author of The Conqueror Worms and City of the Dead.

"Packs more dramatic power than the typical zombie novel. The characters come alive on the page--the question is: how long will they stay that way?" -- Randy Chandler, author of Bad Juju and HELLz BELLz

Product Details

• File Size: 356 KB
• Print Length: 89 pages
• Publisher: Permuted Press (October 24, 2010)
• Sold by: Amazon Digital Services, Inc.
• Language: English
• ASIN: B00495XRCK
• Text-to-Speech: Enabled
• X-Ray: Enabled
• Lending: Enabled
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #287,872 Paid in Kindle Store (See Top 100 Paid in Kindle Store)

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

17 of 19 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Zombie Read! November 4, 2010

By Neal Hock "bookhound78"

Format:Kindle Edition|Amazon Verified Purchase

When I started reading The Green Dawn, it felt like I was slipping into familiar surroundings where I knew I'd be at home. The story focuses on one individual, Deputy Jubal Slate. He's responsible, alone, for the safety of the small town of Serenity, New Mexico, after many folks have taken ill with a strange virus. Those affected include his mother, the sheriff, and his fellow deputies. But Jubal is not overly concerned, as Serenity is normally a quiet little town that can pretty much take care of itself. However, as the day moves along, Jubal becomes more and more concerned because rumors of tragedy in Nevada begin to spread.

When a mysterious car blazes into town and drops off an extremely ill stranger, things move from the realm of uncertainty to the realm of dire circumstances. To put it kindly, all hell breaks loose in the town of Serenity. And Jubal Slate, the lone remaining vestige of law and order, has to fight for the survival of the town and those he loves.

Normally, I'm a little hesitant when it comes to collaborations. I worry that styles will clash or the story will be disjointed. But there was no such thing in The Green Dawn. The writing flows wonderfully and the story moves at breakneck speed. There is a nice little twist as to the cause of the chaos, and the book leaves you wanting more.

I honestly haven't had this much fun reading a book in a good while. If you want a fast, exciting read then The Green Dawn is for you. This book is the first in a larger series, so don't expect to get all the answers at the end of it. And beware if you're squeamish; there is violence, blood, and guts in this book.

6 of 7 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars The Radar....this one flew under it. March 15, 2012

By Evan

Format:Kindle Edition

I have a longer review going up somewhere but wanted to post one here.

This book is everything you want from a good sci-fi apocalypse story. Oh yes and I forgot the Zombies. This is a short novella that you can finish in a day or two. Give it a go!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars This was pretty good December 10, 2012

By Christine Parker VINE™ VOICE

Format:Kindle Edition|Amazon Verified Purchase

You get to know the characters pretty well which makes you want to read part 2. Jubal is an interesting character.
The story line of course is about Zombies so if you are into that read this book.