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I mean a it is dystopian and the world has changed after a deadly virus. Suddenly the dystopian story will become paranormal romance. She does not wait to be saved. She saves others instead. It is not fluffy and sweet. BUT I had two serious issues: It was getting in my nerv This book would have deserved so many stars! It was getting in my nerves. I though the book would finish and she would still a blubbering mess virgin and a nonstop cock-teaser.

Dear God this guy He tried so hard to be a strong Alpha, but in the end he was like a confused, selfish unbearable guy with wifey's issues. If you continue with the series, view spoiler [don't get too attached to him, I heard that he is replaced from Emma's bed hide spoiler ]. And most of the time, he was all talk and no action. I will read book 2. View all 3 comments.

Jul 14, Natasha rated it it was amazing. I'm going to start this review off by saying that a lot of people are going to compare this to Amelia's other work, and you simply cant. They are 2 completely different times, worlds, and ways of life. To compare isn't fair to either series or the author. Darkest before Dawn I found to be just as epic and a class all in it's own. It's so different than anything I have ever read, and that's what I like so much about it. All of Emmas life people I'm going to start this review off by saying that a lot of people are going to compare this to Amelia's other work, and you simply cant.

All of Emmas life people made fun of her with of her dad preparing for the "end of days", until it happens and said people all expect to be saved. Now her dad has gone away and has left her in charge. She is innocent, compassionate, funny, sweet, caring and selfless. Putting everyone ahead of herself. She is also very smart, strict and feels the groups safety as well as the weight of the situation on her shoulders. I find her determination unwavering as she goes through whatever life throws at her.

I think she is beautiful - inside and out - though she doesn't see it herself. She is caught completely off guard when she meets Jaeden. He runs into Emma and is intrigued by her. He feel this instant pull to her and his need to protect her overwhelms him.

He hates that he wants her so bad. I'm pretty sure that I'm in love with Jaeden so I'll apologize to my husband right now though he is no stranger to my ever growing list of BBFs. He is the total Alpha: Even with all that, I love that he still respects Emma and her wishes and doesn't push her into anything that she isn't ready for. It may seem to some that Emma is playing hot and cold but I think its more because she feels so conflicted. She wants him BAD but knows that she shouldn't.

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She has so many pressures on herself that she isn't willing to put herself first. It's the difference between the 2, Jaeden knows what he wants and takes it, Emma knows what she wants but holds herself back. I love that she doesn't just give it up and really makes him work for his prize. When they do get together, even in the slightest sense, its crazy hot and jaw dropping. Men know how to get a woman soaking wet without doing a single thing. Boys have to touch and caress with their hands.

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I mean really - Whats better than 1 Alpha male, you got it, 2. He's also mysterious and feels a need to protect Emma and those she loves.

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There is no love loss between him and Jaeden and their constant head butting, chest thumping, cheeky banter will have you laughing. Addy, Emmas bestie is also adorable. She is Emmas confidante and protector. Addy is carefree, compassionate, and a total bad influence In a good way. She says what she thinks and I love her sassy attitude.

There are a lot of plot twists, and its full of emotions. For me it was a total page turner, I couldn't get enough. I found it captivating and gripping. I was completely enthralled. This is why I love PNR because anything is possible and nothing is off limits. Cannot friggin wait for the next book, well done Amelia! Oct 18, T. Shaw rated it it was amazing. I must admit, this book took me by surprise.

It was a friend recommendation so I kept reading when it started a bit slow for me. Some of the things Emma thought and said were too funny! Strong, domineering, sexy — he has all the ingredients for a sizzling alpha male. While I was satisfied by how it ended, Ms. Great start to a new series! Can only be the best!!! Looking forward to another hit!!! It's literally killing me to wait, but wait I shall, all good things Jul 15, Zakirrah BookBlogger rated it it was ok Shelves: Another thing is that everyone is different and just because I didn't enjoy this one doesn't mean you won't either!

And if you did't enjoy this book I beg you not to give up on this author because she is awesome and you definitely need to check out her Fae Chronicles series because them book are the BEST! And I'm just so excited for more of the fae books and even though th 2. And I'm just so excited for more of the fae books and even though this one didn't work out for me I will still be reading everything Amelia Hutchins releases!!

I was so excited to get an arc of this book and well I guess I had a lot of high expectations since I loveee Amelia's Fae chronicles series so I guess I assumed this would be just as good but I felt there was a lot lacking and I didn't feel as connected to the story and characters. Emma annoyed me a lot of the time, I couldn't help but compare her to Syn and well she was being silly and annoying so many times.

Jaeden was the only character I liked and one thing that met my expectations were the hot scenes because they were bloody hot! Emma and Jaeden had chemistry but I needed something more I guess I wanted Jaeden to be more alpha to be honest. At a point I thought it would turn into a love triangle and I was panicking like oh god please no because I hate them but no thank god it didn't happen but I guess there is still the possibility that the next book it may occur.

I felt like it wasn't different I wanted more from this book, more twists and something to keep me at the edge of my seat and craving more. And I felt a change in writing style like it felt like this book was written before fae chronicles. Again this is just my opinion don't let it deter you from buying if this looks like something you may enjoy: Jul 14, Ruth Gutscher rated it it was amazing Shelves: I have anticipated this book from what I saw from the teasers If you go in to this book thinking its like the Fae Chronicles,it is not..

This book had everything I look for in a book I encourage readers to read this book,allow their imagination to soar and go along for the ride! Amelia Hutchins is one author I will one click always Jun 03, Vieira rated it it was amazing Shelves: I was captivated by the new world Amelia has brought to us. There was plenty of hotties I loved Jaeden and Lachlan! I thought Emma kicked ass. I can't wait for the next one!! Also this book was smokin HOT!!!!

Oct 15, Valentina "TinchyB" rated it really liked it. I haven't read a paranormal romance in a while. And this one was refreshing read for me! I read it in one sitting and I really love it! This is a story about sexy and feisty girl Emma. Her father was one of the preppers for the doomsday,an in the end,he was right.

Lethal virus struck most of the population,and Emma was one of survivals,thanks to shelter that her father build. I realy love her character. She's strong,hardheaded,and I was surprised with things that came from her mout 4 going on 5 stars!!! She's strong,hardheaded,and I was surprised with things that came from her mouth!

And,we have a love triangle again Our hero of the day Jaeden is vampire,Lachlan is werewolf,and our heroine is Bella Just as Emma said in book: Holly crap,this is Twilight all over again! But little more R rated And I fell for a wrong guy in this one,again! Let me start by saying that I really enjoyed Darkest Before Dawn. I think what I liked most was that I had no idea what to expect so all the events that occurred made for a book I couldn't put down.

I was concerned about a love triangle because I just don't like them and I stay away from them, but I didn't really feel there was one here. Yes, both men wanted her but it was clear who Emma wanted. Now for Emma she is a great h. She is a strong and loyal protector. Most of my issues with her was how hot and cold she ran with Jaeden. Jaeden now was sexy as sin, very aggressive and had a filty mouth to go with it. There was absolutely no misunderstanding him with his wants and desires, and those wants and desires he directed completely at Emma. There are a lot of unanswered questions and no HEA.

I wish there was already a book 2. Feb 06, Jenne rated it really liked it Shelves: Don't be fooled by the dystopian genre with this one, it's more erotica than anything. Hutchins fae chronicles and I love a good dystopian ever so often so I was excited to read this. It totally wasn't what I was expecting which isn't bad!

Steam may have been coming out of my kindle. Jul 14, Duchess rated it it was amazing. Love Amelia's approach in writing. If you're expecting TFC The Fae Chronicles or playing comparative to it STOP now before reading further this is a different book with different characters and a wholly different setting - if you start out that way before reading this you will be disappointed and that is completely unfair to you and the author.

This book is it's own story and has some very cool twists for a change. Based on how it was presented I did not expect the turns it started taking whi Love Amelia's approach in writing. Based on how it was presented I did not expect the turns it started taking which is flipping impressive since I can usually figure out where something is headed within the first few chapters.. Amelia's sleight of hand approach to building this series was pretty stellar. People have said it was jumpy and the truth is it seems deliberate and well done - in a time of chaos life altering events guess what things seem bouncy and tend to quickly jump.

She pulls off a here then there approach off flawlessly with building blocks setting up for future events taking place without giving away everything at once.

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You go from point a to focusing and trying to figure out what happened at point b to point e and realizing maybe you should have paid attention to point c somewhere because it may be crucial down the line. There is more going on here and several other stories she may place in future books and I for one am ecstatic to see where it goes next - this is book one you are just meeting these people and no you don't know everything about your characters lives in book 1 if you did we wouldn't need the next few.. The male character has a very filthy mouth but here's the thing people don't seem to get about him that immediately dislike him - he was a Viking with additives of course basically look the word up - his character is extremely well written and his traits fit the personality given to a tee.

His back story gives him reason for his actions thus far and I can't wait to delve further into the yumminess and secrets plus contrary orders he doesn't love to follow that make up Jaeden. Emma is a perfect contrast for him with her tough act and attempts at being everything at all times yet still being a kid in her own ways - growing up too fast yet not experiencing everything to have the world fall down around you while you all while trying to fix it in your own way has got to take a toll - for one so very young she kicks ass.

I also officially have new nickname for people I loathe that are fake Mattel - I'm hoping his ex gets a wake up call ASAP like Emma's foot in her face - can't wait to see the next showdown because she needs to be put in her place. Adore her best friend who has her moments yet is still her true friend at the end of the day - hoping she gets an awesome love story out of this all too. Her brother I am interested in finding out more about - he was very young in this one and a sub-story maybe hoping for some more flashbacks there and a bigger connection to the love between siblings there.

Yummy sounding and I want to know more there - hoping we can get some more of his personal story in the next one. I want more interaction between the main characters overall - awesome settings great building material with a fabulous base and I can't wait to see what Amelia builds out of this all.

There were some very graphic scenes in this book which were done disturbingly well and for it to have some of these characters involved the brutality should be felt as much as the softer edged parts - the jumps here may not be liked by all, but they were appropriately placed and highly effective. I see combination elements of some awesome storylines in here that blended to make it's own unique tale and I am already on tenterhooks to see where the journey goes from here! C'mon Amelia take me to your next stop in Utah! Jul 30, V rated it really liked it Shelves: Amelia has created another paranormal world that is different from anything I have read before.

The heroine, Emma, is one of a group 4. Six months later Emma is the one in charge after her dad does missing. Jaeden is probably the king of dirty talk, something no female could resist, and Emma is no exception. Men go after the ones who are worth the chase. By the end of the book there are lots of things left unanswered and even more questions to be addressed.

What the hell is going on and what exactly lead to the outbreak of the deadly virus? Never been one to take the easy pickings. Based on the Parsec-award finalist podcast of the same name, this is the story of Jill's journey of self-discovery and heroism in the face of the zombie apocalypse. Paperback , pages. Parsec Award Nominee for Audio Novel To see what your friends thought of this book, please sign up.

To ask other readers questions about The Diary of Jill Woodbine , please sign up. Be the first to ask a question about The Diary of Jill Woodbine. Lists with This Book. This book is not yet featured on Listopia. I know Jay Smith, personally. We have a bit of a friendly rivalry which stretches back a quarter century. That said, I would love to give this a mediocre review. I cannot do so. Jay Smith rocked my socks, and I hate him for it.

I bought this book last night, and began reading it on the Kindle platform, with the intention of setting it down after an hour or so, for sleep. Sleep was not an option, unfortunately, as the book demanded that I continue through the story. At the end, I Fair Disclosure: At the end, I closed out my device with the same level of awe that I feel as I walk out of a particularly good movie. The mind reels, and tries to absorb what it has seen.

One struggles to encompass it in their own experience, in terms that they can comprehend. Jill Woodbine, a homosexual college student, moves from a relative life of college ease to the status of refugee in the space of one day. Through her adventures, she finds herself in a huge FEMA-like camp, meets the love of her life, and begins to uncover the sinister secrets upon which the camp is built.

I would like to break this story into its parts, to analyze and proselytize on the benefits and drawbacks of narrative voice, of first-person storytelling, or of zombies as a plot mechanic. Such treatment in a review would detract, rather than add to the overall experience. Jay has written a book which takes the reader through an emotional slug-fest, and leaves them ready for more. Jill's observations are opinionated, often crude, and brutally honest; yet her diary is, in its own way, a breath of innocence.

Even the odd idiosyncrasies in spelling and grammar seem to lend a greater believability to the prose. I know that they are artifacts which carried from the translation of the audio drama on which the book is based , and yet they seem to be a part of Jill's own writing style. She is, after all, writing into a diary. Not even she believes that anyone will survive to read it. It is worth the price, and worth the read.

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I don't generally go for horror. I don't find most of the modern stuff scary and the stuff I find scary I generally don't want to spend my free time thinking about. Just not my thing. The zombie craze that has been sweeping the nation hasn't done much for me either. It's well written, the action is intense without beating me over the head and I feel like I could know these characters. It was worth the money to I don't generally go for horror. It was worth the money to pick this book up.

When searched, there is no info. The author is a bit mysterious, isn't he? The best advice I can give you is to try emailing. You can reach him at info zackzombiebooks. You could also try sending him a message through his Facebook page the link to his Facebook page is in the article above. What a great choice for a book report! I was completely blown away that he was so competent not just reading but also following the storyline. I would definitely recommend these to any young or old Minecraft Fan.

Having played Minecraft before reading the books will definitely help to connect parts of the story with what they've experienced in the game, although it's not a "must" to have played the game first. And now when he plays Minecraft he is role playing parts that he has just read previously, which is what confirmed to me that he was definitely old enough to be reading, and most importantly, understanding what he was reading. I am thrilled to hear this story about your son and I'm so happy the Minecraft books helped him with his reading. As a former educator, I can tell you that developing a LOVE of reading is almost as important as the skill itself.

I hope he has many more happy reading years to come! If you haven't had a chance, please check out Part 1 of my two part blog series, Christmas in Hershey. In Part 1 I talked about Hersh Thursday, July 19, Diary of a Minecraft Zombie is one of our favorite book series.

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