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Pandemic Dawn : Book One

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Pandemic Dawn offers a look into a future that has been devastated by a deadly man-made virus. Although all hope seems lost, a man named Karl "Lunk" Taylor emerges and tries to make sense of the newly destroyed society in which everyone now lives.

On a quest to find his son, Taylor encounters many people on his journey, some good, some bad. He has many tough decisions to make. Does he stop to help others in need or does he focus on his own problems that need solving. Taylor decides to help others. This decision is what makes "Pandemic Dawn" so interesting. It makes you think about what you would do if put in similar circumstances.

The highlight of the book is the characters. Author B. A. Shields takes time to introduce the side characters and bring them to life. The "bad guys" in the book are even shown as people who make bad decisions based on their own choice of self-fulfillment. One dimensional characters are not found in this book.

The story is never rushed, and everyone decisions in the book have consequences which affect the other characters in the story. Unlike other post-apocolyptic stories, this is one not based on a foundation of despair, but hope. Mankind can survive, but will it choose to?

I found this book very hard to put down, and cannot wait until Book II comes out.

Reviewed by: Mick McArt - March 28, 2010
Author: Tales of Wordishure
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What a great book! I couldn't put it down! Finally a book that doesn't use certain four letter words every paragraph and adult situations every other chapter. I can't wait until book 2.

My wife's review.
This book keep me wondering what was going to happen, and I can' t wait for book 2

I loved this book!

I am not a science fiction fan, but gave this book a try and loved it. I recommend it to anyone who enjoys adventures with a hero, and a touch of romance mixed with the fear of the unknown.

I'm giving it a 5 star because it really surprized me and made me want more!

I can't wait until the next novel in this series is available!

Great read,,, even if normally not a sci-fi type,, like me,,, but awesome,, great writing,, waiting for the next volume.

This book is so very different from many of the post-apocalyptic themed stories I have ever read. Clear an afternoon, have something to drink and snacks ready for this book because you will NOT want to put it down. It's been a long while since I have read a book that's placed me on the edge of my seat. This is THAT book! I found myself supporting characters, cheering them on and then disliking a few others. I start the second book this evening and I cannot wait to see what happens!

This book will not let you down!

Pandemic Dawn is the kid of book that you just can't put down and you wish it would never end. I'm just happy that this book is part of a series so I could move right on to the second book! This is a great book for anyone looking for a fresh take on post-apocalyptic fiction. There is plenty of suspense, romance and characters that you actually care about. This book is highly recommended by me and you should check it out as soon as possible!