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  • Mass Market Paperback: 448 pages
  • Publisher: Eos; Reprint edition (July 1, 1998)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0061057819
  • ISBN-13: 978-0061057816
  • Product Dimensions: 4.2 x 1.1 x 6.8 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces
  • Average Customer Review: 3.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (60 customer reviews)
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5.0 out of 5 starsI Am Legend Revisited
By Steve-O on June 24, 2001
Format: Hardcover
OK, most of the previous reviews here have been negative. Look folks, this ain't high literature. I believe some of the problem may lie in the expectation of this being a horror novel. It isn't. This is strictly a Alternate Reality/Science Fiction novel. So take it for what it is: light, escapist reading. This is the first (and so-far only) book by Mr. Herbert that I have read, and I found it to be lots of fun. It's the kind of summer beach read that is fun and doesn't require a great deal of grey matter exercising. Although only one other reviewer mentioned this, the only thing I may have against it, was also one of it's more attractive aspects: that of it's obvious similarities to Richard Matheson's I Am Legend. This is without a doubt one of my all time favorite Horror/Science Fiction novels, and reading '48 gave me the unique feeling of reading another take on the same story that you sometimes get in well-tracked genre pieces like this. In fact, I think the best way to review this book is to compare it to two of the film versions of Mr. Matheson's wonderful novel: First there is Charlton Heston's Omega Man released in '71. This was a fast-paced, action-packed Hollywood take on the novel. On the other hand, Vincent Price's The Last Man On Earth from '64 was a much better, darker and closer to the source example. Both are good in and of themselves, yet also different in their take on the story. That doesn't make either one bad, just different. When all is said and done, I must say that it is in fact a fun read, and perfect for summer reading. Pick it up and decide for yourself.
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4.0 out of 5 starsA stripped-down, fast moving horror/fantasy--vintage Herbert
By Craig Larson VINE VOICE on June 30, 1998
Format: Mass Market Paperback
_'48_ is the sort of book James Herbet writes better than anyone. It's not a classic by any means, but this is a lean, mean novel, which reminded me again why I was attracted to Herbert's novels in the first place. More than half of the book consists of extended chase scenes, with economical descriptions and well-defined characters. Plenty of twists and turns in a plot reminiscent of the film _The Omega Man_ (adapted from Richard Matheson's _I Am Legend_). Definitely recommended for fans of James Herbert's earlier novels (like _The Rats_ and _The Fog_).
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4.0 out of 5 starsWhat a page turner
By Vilbs on February 28, 2004
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This sci-fi/horror/thriller page turner from James Herbert takes place, obviously enough, in 1948, after the allies have lost the second world war in ravaged London. Due to one of Hitler's biological devices, the vast majority of the citizenry have been killed, while only those with the extremely rare AB- blood type have been spared, and a slightly larger minority have been condemned to a slow, lingering death.
The main character, Hoke, is one of the fortunate few that has been spared the disease, and he spends a good deal of his time fleeing those who are dying the slow death (they are attempting to capture him to steal his blood and in theory his immunity to the disease through a transfusion). Along the way he meets a few other survivors, and, of course, races towards a final showdown with his pursuers.
By no means a deep, meaningful, or socially conscious novel, '48 simply offers vivid scenery and top notch entertainment, and I was completely incapable of putting it down. (I stayed up till 4AM to finish it) It's non-stop action from cover to cover, and its the perfect answer for an otherwise quiet evening. Don't listen to all the negative reviews, because in terms of sheer entertainment value this book is quality. Enjoy.
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5.0 out of 5 starsHerbert, The Ghosts of Sleath
By Awilson on October 23, 2011
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The Ghosts of Sleath is what I would call a true horror novel. It covers everything that most horror fans could wish for including (but in no way limited to), violence, the unknown, zombies, murder, a very descriptive sex scene, rape, you name it. Oh, and it also contains ghosts, obviously. To me, the most enjoyable thing about this novel was the way it did not let the reader know what was going on too soon. I love the unknown factor in horror novels when they use it but usually you find out that the book is about zombies, vampires, some monster, a restless spirit, or just some guy who hates barking dogs right in the beginning. If you like these kinds of books where half the plot is given away on the back of the book and most of the rest by the cover, you may not enjoy this horror masterpiece by James Herbert. I can easily say that this is my favorite Herbert novel so far, some how managing to beat out The Fog and Domain. Some details from other Herbert novels make an appearance here as well. David Ash returns in this far superior sequel to Haunted to smoke a lot and drink Vodka, and to attempt to do his job. Thick impenetrable fog is in the book, rats, and even the word portent. Maybe I am reading into this a bit much but I like when authors mention their other works because of Stephen King's habit of doing so.
Over all, a viciously terrifying book, one that I actually stopped reading one night because it got to me so much. I have read hundreds of horror novels and maybe one out of every hundred scares me now. The Ghosts of Sleath has that great honor and I can't thank it and its author enough for it. I will end this with a visual. If you know what a jack plane is, imagine a crazed carpenter using it on a helpless nineteen-year-old boy's face, after beating him horribly with a heavy wooden mallet. If you don't know what a jack plane is, several tool purchasing sites should assist you and ultimately convince you to read this horror gem
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5.0 out of 5 starsVery good. I am slowing ordering the any books i ...

This book was scary, however, i could not put it down. Very good. I am slowing ordering the any books i do not have. Great Author.

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2.0 out of 5 starsAction flick.

Mmm well written action flick. Wouldn't read it again.

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James Herbert always consistently good.

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4.0 out of 5 starsPretty good story

This is the first of James Herbert's stories that I have read. It's a shame he died last March, because he probably had a lot more stories in him. Read more

Published on August 20, 2013 by Blue Ridge Mountains
4.0 out of 5 starsSuperb

This is a superb fictional book with twists and turns when you least expect it, but not for everyone. Adult only

Published on July 31, 2013 by Wombat Ten Hoopen
2.0 out of 5 starsFormula ghost story..

Evidently Herbert has written two books with almost identical titles "The Ghosts of Sleath" and "The Ghosts of Sleath 48". Read more

Published on July 3, 2013 by Richard Gordley
5.0 out of 5 starsGhosts, revisited

I read this novel many years ago, but ordered it to read it again. James Herbert is a master story-teller, and a very scary one. Who are the ghosts, and what do they want? Read more

Published on May 12, 2013 by bibliophile
4.0 out of 5 starsGreat ghost/mystery story

This was an excellent ghost/mystery story with turns of events which kept me enthralled until the last page.

The writer has great skills in cerating atmospheres

Published on March 15, 2013 by Peter

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