I must post this enthusiastic review of ‘Abomination’ which made my day when I saw it yesterday. I’m really pleased to know that this reader got a lot of fun out of the book.
Fantastic Apocolyptic Sci-Fi/Horror Thriller, June 19, 2017
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This review is from: Abomination: (A Young Adult Fiction Novel) (The Pathfinders Book 1) (Kindle Edition)
‘Abomination’ is the first book in ‘The Pathfinders’ series by Jane Dougherty. I will start off by saying that I immensely enjoyed this apocalyptic novel. It was dark, gritty, and raw and had me completely pulled into the story. ‘Abomination’ is a fantastic read which is very well written and the story (even though apocalyptic /post-apocalyptic has been done before), is very original and engrossing.
One of the first things I noticed, was seeing parallel elements from ‘Lord of the Flies’ by William Golding, and I feel has elements in common with ‘The Walking Dead’ also. As I’ve mentioned above, it’s simply a very dark and brutal book. I would not hesitate to recommend it to young adults, as that is that is also the intended audience. There is strong language throughout the book, so those who are very sensitive, should be forewarned.
The story starts off quite harmlessly, but things go down the drain very quickly for Carla and Tully, as they are hurtled through a wormhole five years into the future just as the end of the world is beginning. Unfortunately, this just takes them out of the frying pan and into the fire. There they must battle against blood-thirsty youngsters, gangs, mutated animals and against other characters which I will only describe here as supernatural or demonic (i.e. the Burnt Man).
It is a story of adapting oneself to a new environment and dire situations while still trying to hold onto one’s values and to rise above the despondency and cut-throat ways of the gangs who have had to live through five years of hell and destruction. Just as in ‘Lord of the Flies’, any semblance of society has fallen apart and the youngsters are not concerned with growing food or following rules (except their own twisted law), but are only interested in fighting and with attaining/holding onto power.
‘Abomination’, isn’t just about the struggle of humans against nature and other humans, but is a struggle against mutated animals and supernatural forces which wish to destroy the world. These elements, due to spoilers, will not be talked about in this review, but needless to say, ‘Abomination’ is an action-packed supernatural thriller which borders on horror.
What makes this story believable, are the actions of the characters in the book. The characters act in a very believable and natural way, which pulls us in as the reader and makes us feel for these characters. Furthermore, the author’s writing style is easy to read and her descriptions pull the reader in and fully immerse them in this experience.
The book ends with a very good cliffhanger which just makes me want to pick up the second book, ‘Devastation’, in order to continue the journey with Carla and Tully.
‘Abomination’ is an action-packed apocalyptic novel which borders on horror. Due to its original take on the end of times, and for the superb writing style of Jane Dougherty, I highly recommend this book to others who enjoy supernatural thrillers. I would absolutely love to see this book get a movie deal or even better, a Netflix series, as I believe the story would find a huge fan-base across wide audiences.
Happy reading!
If you feel compelled to rush off and get a copy, a simple click will open the wormhole.
Wow how cool is this!! Congratulations!! I may have to check it out 😀
Thank you! It’s great when readers leave a review without being asked, just because they enjoyed the book. Makes it all worthwhile 🙂
I bet!! You probably all glittery with excitement I would be!! Enjoy the rave, and relish in the accomplishments!! Wohoo
Aw thank you! See you on Netflix 🙂
Sweet!!
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VERY proud of you!♡♡♡
So pleased to please 🙂
You always do my brilliant friend ♡
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Sounds like my next read! Congrats, Jane!
Thank you 🙂 An enthusiastic review that insists on the bad language and the ‘verging on horror’ and still recommends the book to any young adult is a gem!
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What a great review — congrats, Jane!
It’s a really enthusiastic review—the best kind! Thanks 🙂
Congrats, Jane!!
Thanks Sarah 🙂
Fantastic! The great thing about the review is the care taken in writing it. It isn’t simply a dashed off few words. What that tells me is that your reader REALLY wanted to share the good news about the book. I hope it will draw many many more to duck down the wormhole and buy your wares so that they, too can be immersed in the world you have created.
It’s a proper review from someone I’m guessing is not a middle-aged school teacher, the demographic that seems to read a lot of YA, for vetting purposes maybe. I’m pleased he/she found the writing easy to read and followed the plot without any problem. Nor did they gripe about not liking the main characters because Tully has a tendency to behave like a prat when boys’ games are on offer, and Carla maybe keeps too many clothes on, refrains from using the weapons she’s made to carry, and doesn’t actually enjoy living as a sex and kitchen slave in a freezing cold bombed out supermarket—can’t really decide why she is unpopular. Yes, it is a refreshing review and it gives me hope for the rest 🙂
How wonderful! Congratulations, Jane.
It made me feel happy 🙂
As it should!
Netflix! And why not? (K)
It has to be as interesting as any of the series I’ve dipped into.
Cracking review – I just realised I only posted mine on the UK amazon, so I whipped that across to the USA one too.
Thanks Sacha! Twice 🙂 It is a good review. I’m pleased they enjoyed it.
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Excellent review for an excellent book!
Thank you Tricia 🙂
Congratulations on this lovely review, Jane.
Thank you, Robbie!