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The Rising

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The Rising by Brian Keene is a gripping zombie novel that delves into the emotional journey of a father, Jim Thurmond, as he traverses a zombie-infested America to save his son. The book is praised for its unique take on the zombie genre, featuring intelligent and organized zombies that can think, speak, and operate weaponry. The plot is fast-paced and action-packed, with well-developed main characters and a narrative style that keeps readers on the edge of their seats.

Characters:

Characters range from well-developed individuals to clichés, creating a mix of relatable and stereotype figures in a chaotic world.

Writing/Prose:

The writing style features cinematic descriptions with elements of dark humor, though some dialogue is criticized for being less convincing.

Plot/Storyline:

The plot revolves around a man named Jim who embarks on a perilous journey to save his son amidst a zombie apocalypse caused by demonic possession of the dead.

Setting:

Set in a devastated America, the story's environment highlights the pervasive danger and chaos of a world overrun by the undead.

Pacing:

The novel features brisk pacing and high tension that keeps the reader engaged through constant action and suspense.
“Nothing, honey,” her father fibbed again, quickly glancing away. “Your Mom worked a double shift at the hospital, and she says she has to stay a little longer. But I think she should come home now, s...

Notes:

The Rising is a zombie novel written by Brian Keene, first published in 2003.
The story features zombies that are actually reanimated corpses possessed by demons, giving them intelligence and abilities beyond traditional zombies.
The main character, Jim Thurmond, is on a mission to rescue his son during a zombie apocalypse.
The novel was republished as an uncut edition in 2013, including 35,000 words that were cut from the original.
Jim Thurmond starts the story trapped in a fallout shelter with his zombified wife trying to reach him.
Characters in the novel include stereotypical figures like a preacher, a prostitute, and an abusive sergeant.
The book includes graphic violence and gore, typical of the horror genre, and has received mixed reviews on its portrayal of women.
The novel explores themes of survival and the human condition amidst a chaotic setting filled with intelligent undead.
The Rising has influenced various media, including video games and films, due to its unique take on the zombie genre.
The sequel to The Rising is titled 'City of the Dead,' continuing Jim's story in the zombie-infested world.

Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings

Content warnings for The Rising include graphic violence, gore, demonic themes, and sexual assault.

From The Publisher:

Go back to the beginning of the end of the world...

Hell has come to earth as sadistic zombies rampage and massacre the human population. Reverend Thomas Martin has lost his congregation to the chaos but he found two wayward survivors to protect - Becky and John. The three of them have holed up in Martin's church in a desperate attempt for survival. But as supplies run low and civilization crumbles around them, Martin must come to a realization - God has abandoned them. But why?

Is there any chance of hope in this new world? Is there any chance for deliverance?

Modern horror legend, Brian Keene returns to his fan-favorite universe of The Rising with a tale of faith, loss, and zombies.

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