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It even garnered the rare 5 star rating from me. There is a sequel - City of the Dead - that picks up where The Rising leaves you hanging.ĭespite the book throwing and cussing that (may have) ensued, I absolutely loved The Rising. The book dropped from my hands and an expletive was said. I did have a strong reaction to the abrupt ending. This is a great read for those who don't mind gore and love a fast paced novel. Keene's zombies are a smarter, faster, updated version of the living dead. They must make their way through the undead to reach Jim's son before it's too late. The story follows Jim - a father who is making his way across the country to save his son - and a group of survivors who join him along the way. The Rising is an excellent zombie novel with non-stop action and a great cast of characters. And for Jim and his companions, an even greater evil awaits them at the end of their journey. They must battle both the living and the living dead. Joined by an elderly preacher, a guilt-ridden scientist, and a determined ex-prostitute, Jim embarks on a cross-country rescue mission. Despite overwhelming odds, Jim vows to find him- or die trying.

But Jim’s young son is alive and in dire peril hundreds of miles away. Trapped by the undead, escape seems impossible for Jim Thurmond. The dead are returning to life as intelligent zombies. The Rising by Brian Keene is one of my favorite debut novels of all time.

The rising by brian keene