'Sea Sick' by Iain Rob Wright is a zombie horror novel that follows Jack Wardsley, a British policeman, who finds himself on a cruise liner where a cold-like virus turns passengers into violent zombies. Jack realizes he is reliving the same day over and over, and must find a way to prevent the zombie pandemic from spreading to the mainland. The plot unfolds with a mix of zombie apocalypse and Groundhog Day elements, keeping readers engaged with its unique take on the genre.

The writing style of the book is fast-paced, engaging, and filled with suspense, as readers follow Jack's journey to uncover the mystery behind the virus and the daily resets. The characters are well-rounded, and the story raises thought-provoking questions about survival, trust, and the consequences of one's actions in dire situations.

Characters:

Characters vary in depth, with the protagonist facing moral dilemmas and others exhibiting generic traits.

Writing/Prose:

The prose blends horror and dark humor effectively, although some grammatical issues were noted by readers.

Plot/Storyline:

The plot is characterized by a unique take on the zombie apocalypse, featuring a protagonist caught in a time loop as he attempts to thwart a viral outbreak on a cruise ship.

Setting:

The enclosed setting of a cruise ship intensifies the horror elements of the narrative.

Pacing:

Pacing is initially gripping but can become repetitive as the protagonist relives the same day.

The monolithic cruise liner, Spirit of Kirkpatrick, occupied nine-hundred feet of Palma’s dockland, its gargantuan bulk floating majestically in Majorcan waters. Its multiple decks rose towards the az...

Notes:

The book 'Sea Sick' combines elements of horror with a time-loop concept similar to 'Groundhog Day'.

The main character, Jack Wardsley, is a police officer who relives the same day repeatedly aboard a cruise ship.

Every night at 8 PM, passengers on the ship turn into zombies, creating a bloodbath until midnight.

The story leaves many questions unanswered about the origins of the zombie outbreak and the nature of the reset.

Jack learns that he is unique in his ability to remember past days, unlike other passengers.

The author, Iain Rob Wright, has been praised for his unique storytelling and engaging writing style.

Some readers noted grammatical errors and a need for better editing, but this did not detract too much from the enjoyment of the book.

The plot includes elements of mystery as Jack tries to prevent the outbreak from reaching the mainland.

There are hints of deeper themes such as karma, dark secrets, and human behavior under duress.

'Sea Sick' is the first book in a trilogy, with the second book having less narrative depth according to some readers.

Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings

Content warnings include graphic violence and themes related to false allegations and psychological trauma.

From The Publisher:

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Bestselling zombie horror novel Sea Sick is now completely FREE. "Iain Rob Wright blows me away." J A Konrath, bestselling author of Origins and Afraid. WELCOME ABOARD…Police Officer Jack Wardsley's life ended the moment his partner was murdered, and his recent record of booze-fuelled police brutality has prompted his seniors to give him an ultimatum: take a few weeks off and let go of the anger - or face the consequences.That's why Jack is about to board The Spirit of Kirkpatrick, a cruise liner built for relaxation. Unfortunately, he won't get the chance to do much thinking, as there's a virus onboard, and soon the ship will be overrun with blood and death. There's nowhere to escape.Just when Jack thinks his time is up, he wakes up in bed. Was it all a dream? The day seems to be starting over again, but will this time be different? Or will things end the same way as before, with everybody dead?Can anything Jack can do anything to stop the spread of the evil pathogen, or is he doomed never to see land again? "Iain Rob Wright has written a novel unlike anything else. A story that is equal parts Dawn of the Dead and Groundhog Day. An unforgettable classic." Get your free copy today!

Interview with the author Q - So, what makes Sea Sick a great horror novel? A - Zombies on a boat! No, really, I feel this book's strength is its uniqueness. The virus is deadly, sure, but Sea Sick is about the good guys fighting back. In particular, one powerful passenger who is able to play with time itself in order to buy Jack some time to try and save the day. While it's a zombie novel at heart, there's a healthy mix of sci-fi and fantasy thrown in too. Oh, yeah, and it's a mystery! Does Sea Sick have a sequel? A - It has two! Ravage and Savage both follow on the story. You can also meet Jack before the events of Sea Sick by grabbing my Thriller novel, ASBO. Why should horror lovers grab this free book? A - Because they have nothing to lose. I promise this book is fast-paced, wholly original, funny, scary, and full of the undead. Or your money back!

Sea Sick Categories: - Horror- Zombie apocalypse- Mystery- Thriller- Top 100 Free Horror eBooks- Sci-Fi- Myth and Legend

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Sea Sick

Iain Rob Wright

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