Since the Sirens

Sirens of the Zombie Apocalypse, Book 1

By: E.E. Isherwood

Narrated by: Nancy Peterson

Length: 9 hrs and 14 mins

Publisher's summary

Banished by bad decisions to spend the summer with his great-grandmother, Liam Peters thinks his life is over. After all, Marty Peters is a tough woman to be around. Maybe she wouldn't be so bad if she'd just take an interest in the modern technology he loves. Sure, she has some insight to her...but the woman is practically "pushing daisies". Not surprisingly, as tornado sirens announce a city-wide emergency, Liam discovers why that term should be avoided...well...like the plague.

When Grandma Marty tries to send him on his way, refusing to abandon her home, Liam sees his situation in a new light. Something deep inside awakens - and he chafes at the thought of leaving his 104-year-old grandmother to die. Armed with two tiny pistols and an arsenal of knowledge from his overwhelming zombie book collection, Liam realizes he could be the hero and accomplish the impossible: rescue her.

With the interstate gridlocked, opportunist criminals looking to take what they can get, law enforcement desperate to keep the peace, and the military declaring St. Louis a war-zone, Liam and Marty find themselves wrapped up in a world of chaos and panic. But when the zombies begin to overshadow everything else, Liam comes to appreciate why there are no atheists in foxholes.

Since the Sirens is the gripping first installment of E. E. Isherwood's hit post-apocalyptic series Sirens of the Zombie Apocalypse. If you like to watch society collapse, zombie hordes bear down on the heroes, and skin-of-teeth escapes, you won't be able to pause this awesome story!

©2015 E.E. Isherwood (P)2016 E.E. Isherwood

great listen, can't wait for book 2.

Loved it, was engaged the entire story. strongly recommend for anyone who enjoys zombie stories

Lovvveee

Awesome great writer. Love you E E. Can’t wait for all of your books to come out in audiobooks. I have read the first three but eyes are bad so have to listen now

Sterile Zombie Apocalypse

How would you have changed the story to make it more enjoyable?

The story seems a bit antiseptic for a zombie apocalypse. It was missing something gritty and messy. Things were described as being tough, but it somehow seemed removed from the reality of what was going on in the story.

Any additional comments?

The story line is a bit hard to believe in that an old woman survives the onset of a zombie infestation. The characters are a bit bumbling and often make poor choices in the face of dire situations. Generally the story is well researched and written, but there seems to be viewed through a bit of sterile gauze. The author promises as many as 10 books in the series. I am not sure that my attention would be sustained or that I care enough about the characters to follow them this far.

This is not your typical zombie book

Let me start with the absolute best aspect of this book. Nancy Peterson does an incredible job of narrating this novel. She is quickly becoming one of my favorite narrators. As for the content of the book I like my zombie novels with a little more action. I felt that it was very slow paced and kind of draggy. If you have steered away from monster books in the past because of the Gore and violence I think that this is the book for you. If I had to use one word to describe it the word would be wholesome.
I received this book at no cost to me for an honest review

very enjoyable

I received this book free of charge in exchange for this unbiased review, I realy liked the story though I have to admit I got a weird image of how a zombie apocalypse would play out even though it has nothing to do with how the story goes, I couldn't stop imagining geriatric zombies, the narrator was awsome and kept me in the story, I highly recommend giving this a try

Loved the excitement, laughs and thrills

Any additional comments?

I loved, loved this story there are so many interesting twists that really keeps you on the edge and holding your breath. Granny was a wonderful lady that keeps you laughing. Even at 104 her mind is sharp, quick, smart and very clever. There are serious scenes that grab you leaving you breathless but at the same time you can’t help but chuckle or laugh. It is a story I could relate to being a teen and not knowing how to talk to the elderly, being bored out of your mind, doing everything you can to relieve that boredom. Zombies are not one of my favorite genre's although I have really enjoyed a few but this one I thought really blow it away from the characters to the story line it was very entertaining.

Ms. Peterson really impressed me with her many different characters and their voices that really fit not only the story line but the characters. She really brings this story to life with her very talented voice you forget you are listening to an audio as she gives very vivid scenes that takes you to another level in your mind as you picture the scenes before your eyes. There is no repeat of wording, no background noise or any place there was a volume change. If any breaks were taken I could not tell. The audio is very crisp, clean with lots of emotion delivered in a way you feel each characters emotion, knowing just what they are going through and what they are feeling. She gives you a smooth listen with a rich voice that leaves you lost in the plot as she takes you away to another time and place. I have listened to a few of her audios and I think I like this one the best. I really hope she does the next book in this series and it will not be long before it is out. I can’t wait to see what happens next.

I found this story to be believable, rich and exciting. The author gives a wonderful plot that pulls you in, with a little spiritual in the mix giving you a meaningful listen but isn’t over powering. It was a wonderful clean read with a little romance mixed in. This is a story that would be for all ages and one a family can listen to together and really enjoy discussing it as they go along. It would be great for a long family trip with long hours of driving. Liam is your normal teen but when it comes down to what is important he learns fast and steps up to the plate putting his grandmother first trying his best to get her to safety. There are many paths and road blocks they must get through along with a few lives lost that you feel to your bones. There is a play on the government and what they are willing to do and not do to help the people. So much unknown, excitement and thrills will come your way as you take a wild ride on a train with the zombies on the hunt never far behind and sometimes ahead. Bottom line I was hooked almost from the first page to the last. It was a very enjoyable listen from the plot to the narration.

Exciting, Action Packed, Unique twists

What did you love best about Since the Sirens?

I loved how Liam was so worried about his grandmother. The constant battle never stopped him from keeping her safe.

What does Nancy Peterson bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you just read the book?

I feel that she brought the emotion that was needed to help keep the story moving. She made it enlightening even more.

Any additional comments?

This audio book was good with the extra twist of the gramma. I enjoyed the battles and constant action. I would recommend this audio or book to anyone that enjoys zombies.

“I was voluntarily provided this free review copy audiobook by the author, narrator, or publisher.”

Looking forward to more

Which character – as performed by Nancy Peterson – was your favorite?

Marty

Any additional comments?

Loved how the story unfolds. Marty continues to amaze me. It's really cool to see the growth of Liam. Can't wait until the rest of the series is on Audible. The narrator did an really good job. I received this audobook for free through Audiobook Boom for my unbiased review.

The interplay between the characters makes this

I don't usually go in for zombie stories, but this one is really good. The interplay of the characters makes this completely entralling. Looking forward to the next installment in the series.

Good story.

Liam is spending the summer with his great- grandma, not by choice, but he is making the best of a bad situation. When the Zombie outbreak happens, he debates with himself what he must do. Does he try to take this 104 yr old lady out of the city or bunker down. In the end he has no choice, and along with a new friend, Victoria, the 3 set out to leave the city to the dead.

This turned out to be a little different than I expected. I'm still not sure what my feelings are on where the author is taking the story. Grandma's visions were very much out there and I'm a little unsure on whether I like that turn of events or not!! I might have to read book 2 to really see what I think.

Anyway, the overall plot was ok. The Zombie apocalypse happens and catches everyone by surprise and Liam and his grandma have to find a safe haven. Nothing really new there but still enjoyable to read. It wasn't exactly a fast paced, intense read but it played out fairly well. I wasn't bored, which is always good and it held my attention till the end!!

Character wise, I liked Liam and thought he was believable. He is a typical teen!! When the Zombie outbreak happens, it takes him a while to believe it and then his first thoughts are for himself till he finally remembers his great grandma. Even then, while he would never leave her behind, he does plan a "what if" situation and a "could I" situation. "What if" the zombies attack, grandma cant run, "could I" leave her? etc. I think most teenagers would think the same.

In all, this was a good story with likable characters. It's not a gory, action packed zombie read, but enjoyable non the less. It's very much a YA Zombie read!!

*I received this for free via Audiobook boom. This in no way affected or influenced my thoughts.*