Title: Alice in Zombieland
Author: Gena Showalter
First published September 25, 2012
404 pages, Hardcover
ISBN: 9780373210589 (ISBN10: 0373210582)
Rating: 4.03
Overview
In the midst of a zombie apocalypse, Alice will stop at nothing to protect herself and her loved ones. She never thought her life would drastically change in a single moment, but it did.
Everything she once knew was turned upside down. However, Alice refuses to let the undead take over.
She must fight to ensure that her family and friends are safe. To do this, she must team up with the infamous bad boy, Cole Holland.
But as they work together, Alice realizes that Cole is hiding secrets that could be even more dangerous than the zombies themselves. Will Alice be able to trust him and survive the apocalypse?
About the Author
Meet Gena Showalter, a prolific writer with over seventy books under her belt. Her extensive repertoire includes the popular Lords of the Underworld and Gods of War series, as well as the heartwarming Forest of Good and Evil series and the unputdownable White Rabbit Chronicles.
Whether you’re in the mood for sizzling paranormal romance or young adult novels, Gena’s got you covered. When she’s not busy writing, Gena resides in Oklahoma City with her family and a furry entourage of dogs and cats.
Editoral Review
Alice in Zombieland by Gena Showalter is a young adult novel first published on September 25, 2012. Showalter is a New York Times and USA Today bestselling author known for her paranormal romance and urban fantasy novels.
Alice in Zombieland is her first venture into the zombie genre, and it has garnered mixed reviews from critics and readers alike. The novel follows Alice, a 17-year-old girl who loses her family in a car accident and discovers that zombies, or “zombies,” are real.
She joins forces with a group of fellow survivors who possess unique powers to fight against the zombies and uncover a larger conspiracy. Set in a fictional town in the United States, the novel combines elements of horror, romance, and suspense.
One of the strengths of the book is the characterization of the main characters, particularly Alice. She is portrayed as a strong, independent, and compassionate protagonist who must navigate the complexities of grief, friendship, and love amidst a zombie apocalypse.
The supporting characters, including Alice’s love interest, Cole, and her best friend, Kat, are also well-developed and add depth to the plot. The pacing of the novel is another notable aspect.
The author keeps the reader engaged through well-placed action sequences interspersed with quieter moments that allow for character development and plot exposition. The plot is unpredictable, with several twists and turns that keep the reader guessing until the end.
However, the novel’s world-building and explanation for the existence of zombies may be lacking for some readers. Additionally, the romance between Alice and Cole may feel contrived and clichd to some readers.
Overall, Alice in Zombieland is a fun and entertaining read for fans of the zombie genre and young adult fiction. It may not offer anything groundbreaking or revolutionary, but it delivers on its promises of action, romance, and suspense.
The novel may appeal to readers who enjoyed The Hunger Games and The Walking Dead. The Washington Post gives Alice in Zombieland 3.5 out of 5 stars.
