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Bone And Cinder: A Post-Apocalyptic Thriller (Zapheads Book 1) Kindle Edition

by Scott Nicholson (Author), Joshua Simcox (Author) Format: Kindle Edition
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"Always surprises and always entertains." - Jonathan Maberry, Patient Zero

A thriller set in the bestselling AFTER post-apocalyptic world.

ZAPHEADS #1: BONE AND CINDER

When Mackie Dailey survives a cataclysmic solar storm that wipes out civilization and mutates others into violent killers, he seeks out the one person he cares about most.

But when he returns to a college campus looking for Allie, he discovers she is a Zaphead—nearly unrecognizable as the human he once loved. Mackie becomes caught in a power struggle among a small group of survivors who turn the campus into a stronghold against the Zaphead threat. His old nemesis, Lucas Krider, has taken charge, but Krider’s vision of a new world is just as horrifying as the extinction they all face.

Will Mackie sacrifice himself so the group has a chance to survive, or will his demons turn out to be more dangerous than the strange, rampaging creatures that nature has unleashed?
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Look for the other Zapheads books, SCARS AND ASHES and BLOOD AND FROST, as well as the AFTER and NEXT post-apocalyptic thriller series.

Scott Nicholson is the international bestselling author of more than 25 thrillers. Joshua Simcox is co-author of OCTOBER DARK with J.A. Konrath.


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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B00M0CL4P6
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ Haunted Computer Books, Inc. (July 20, 2014)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ July 20, 2014
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
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  • Print length ‏ : ‎ 246 pages
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  1. Scott Nicholson

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    I believe the writer only creates half the story, and that you complete it by bringing your imagination, experience, and heart to the tale. I am happy to share the journey with you and I'm grateful for your reviews and support because that lets me keep living this crazy dream.

    I've written more than 30 novels, about 80 short stories, four children's books, some comic books, screenplays, and a couple of non-fiction books, as well as five collaborations with J.R. Rain. Many of my tales are based on supernatural legends from the Southern Appalachian Mountains, and I also write mystery and suspense thrillers that are most often compared to the work of Stephen King and Dean Koontz. I've branched into dark science fiction with my After, Next, and MIM*X series.

    I've also published Liquid Fear and Chronic Fear with Amazon's Thomas & Mercer imprint and McFall with 47North, as well as a number of audiobooks and foreign translations. I love hearing from you, because you're the reason I do this, so let's connect! Learn more about my work at www.AuthorScottNicholson.com

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    Joshua Simcox is a writer living in the mountains of Western North Carolina with his wife, Pamela, and beloved black cat, Salem. Joshua is a 2005 graduate of Lees-McRae College, and co-author of the ZAPHEADS series with Scott Nicholson, a spin-off of Nicholson's popular AFTER series of post-apocalyptic novels. Joshua also co-authored the novelette OCTOBER DARK with J.A. Konrath.

    Joshua loves great novels, horror movies, horror movie magazines, cats, bass guitar, and great barbecue. If you enjoyed the ZAPHEADS series and/or OCTOBER DARK, he'd love to hear from you at octobercountry82@yahoo.com.

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Mary Genevieve Fortier
5.0 out of 5 stars Highly Recommended
Reviewed in the United States on July 27, 2014
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I have to say, there has yet to be a Scott Nicholson book I didn't love. "ZAPHEADS" is no exception. The characters read as old friends and at times foes; believable and true to life. When it comes to the thrill factor, he leaves nothing dangling free but a frayed nerve on the verge of snapping. This post apocalyptic tale bears no resemblance to the string of "zombie" stories you find on every shelf. Again, "BELIEVABLE"! The true monsters are those living among us. A man on a mission, the main character fights his own inner demons as he battles those in what is left in a world gone wrong. The ending has you nearly off your chair, book in one hand, the other covering your mouth; stifling, either a scream or a cry.
"ZAPHEADS," is truly in a class all its own. I look forward to the next in the series. Please Mr. Nicholson, don't keep your fans waiting! This is indeed a winner!
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Leslie F.
4.0 out of 5 stars A new series in the world of "After"
Reviewed in the United States on July 27, 2016
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I enjoyed this spin-off from Nicholson's "After" series. It was kind of refreshing to meet new characters and see a different setting (a college). The characters were well-written and interesting, though many were not good guys. The story is filled with action and excitement. Though I read the original series, "After," it is not necessary at all to enjoy this book. Kevin Clay narrated the Audible audio version of the book, and as always, his narration is really suited to the book. He does a great job and his voice is easy on the ear. Overall, if you like the post-apocalyptic genre or zombie-like creatures, you should give this book a try.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Great story!
Reviewed in the United States on July 13, 2016
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From the very start the story grabs you and doesn’t let go. The world imagined by Scott Nicholson departs from the normal zombie lore and explores a new take on a tired genre. Unlike some of the more creative zombie books I’ve read set in the past like Empire of the Undead, or Scourge of Byzantium Zap Heads Bone and Cinder is set in the present day but departs from normal zombie lore. Instead of a biological event starting the zombie apocalypse, it comes from the heavens. I love the fact that the world is populated with “Zaps” but that they can’t actually infect normal humans. This turns the focus to one of human struggling against hum for the fate of our souls in a treacherous and unforgiving world. Great story, I look forward to reading more stories from this author.
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John
3.0 out of 5 stars Zapped
Reviewed in the United States on March 7, 2018
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I must admit that I had a difficult time with this book. I haven't read any of the "After" series books and this is the first from this author. It's the story of a drug addict - former assassin (no backstory...found this out through the book description) who returns to his alma-mater and college of his girlfriend in hopes of reuniting after a severe Solar flare that destroyed all the electronics globally. Zapheads are the new walking dead; their brains fried during the event, their only ambition is to destroy everything they encounter. I had to remember that survivors don't become zapheads when bit in this storyline - it was either kill or be killed - didn't require a head-shot to die..

Upon his arrival, Mackie's girlfriend is found to be a zaphead, and his former employer had taken over the campus with a group of followers. They are heavily armed and kill without a conscience. Many of the other survivors want to rid themselves of the gang and Mackie leads the rebellion. There are some twists and turns, some of the favorite characters are suddenly killed off, and without weapons, the survivors seemingly don't have a chance of defeating these killers or protect themselves from the groups of hordes of killing machines who search them out.

Bone & Cinder does have plenty of action and in some areas a lot of repetition, but I forced myself to finish in hopes of the story getting better. I will not be reading any of the author's other series.
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DaveM
5.0 out of 5 stars Good zombie story with a fresh spin
Reviewed in the United States on August 10, 2014
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This was pretty well done for a well trod subject. It at least had a fresh spin on why most of the human race was obliterated, and most of the remnants were mindless zombies. No escaped virus here!

it does follow what is becoming the archetype for zombie stories in that a few survivors must battle warlord and strong men who are seeking to set up little potentates in the ashes of civilization. I guess that's inevitable.

The story itself revolves around the struggles of an ex-drug mafia hitman to right things with an ex-girlfirend for who he still feels a strong affection. Of coourse he runs into his ex-drug boss....

Anyway, I liked the style and presentation. The narrative and dialogue are both well done, and the story never drags, Highly recommended if you like this sort of fare.
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WDG
4.0 out of 5 stars Didn't dissappoint as usual for this series!
Reviewed in the United States on September 2, 2018
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Loved the new character. He fights with his with his own inner demons while protecting those around him. Lots of plot twists to keep the reader on their toes!
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Rue de La La
5.0 out of 5 stars 'Splodin' and burnin' and thoughtful as well!
Reviewed in the United States on July 30, 2014
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GREAT addition to the "After" series of post apocalyptic books! Mr. Nicholson and Mr. Simcox have written a wonderfully complex anti-hero in Mackie, and I tremendously enjoyed watching him fight the bad fight as well as the good fight, and always having to be the one to make the hard decisions and carry them through. It's Mackie's quest for redemption in this book, and it's a good one. Oh, and don't think it's not action packed, because it certainly is, and also has gore and guts and 'splodin' and burnin' stuff all over the place, as well as several truly evil baddies. VERY satisfying book, and it's not at all necessary to have read any of the others in the series. But after reading this, you will probably want to!
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4.0 out of 5 stars A new take
Reviewed in the United States on November 26, 2016
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I am not a zombie fan, but this book has a different style of zombie or zaphead. A very enjoyable read a good way to pass a few hours
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4.0 out of 5 stars Bone and Cinder
Reviewed in Canada on March 2, 2015
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I began this book with low expectations and then became attached to the flawed characters. The humanity that came through seemed very honest.
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Robyn
2.0 out of 5 stars Two Stars
Reviewed in Australia on September 28, 2015
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The collaboration of authors didn't have the 'punch' of a pure Scott Nicholson "what's coming next!" writing style.
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Jomac
4.0 out of 5 stars Enjoyable and well paced.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 28, 2016
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An apocalyptic thriller that has a different feel to many in this genre. An unusual protagonist who isn't your average formulaic do-gooder. Nicely paced and quite thought provoking...good read overall and I would recommend.
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5.0 out of 5 stars A different take on the zombie theme.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 9, 2016
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Another great book by this author. He is fast becoming a favourite of mine. A different take on the zombie theme, refreshing and gory enough to keep me interested. Looking forward to reading the next one.
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julie6
4.0 out of 5 stars Four Stars
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 15, 2016
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Good read.
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