Who Would Like This Book:
If you love your sci-fi with a heavy dose of horror, chilling outbreaks, and the claustrophobic tension of people trapped in space with the unknown, this one's for you. "Contagion" serves up super creepy virus vibes and relentless suspense, with a cast of flawed, relatable characters trying to survive the unthinkable. Fans of movies like "Alien" or books like "Illuminae" will eat this up, especially if you're looking for a page-turner with a strong YA feel and a diverse, multi-POV crew.
Who May Not Like This Book:
Not everyone was impressed - some readers found the character development a bit shallow, wishing more of the crew had evolved instead of just filling the horror-fodder roles. The YA elements may feel too prominent for those craving grittier adult sci-fi. And, if cliffhangers drive you bonkers, the ending will leave you itching (or screaming) for the sequel.
About:
In Contagion by Erin Bowman, a group of individuals embark on a dangerous journey to investigate a distress call on an isolated planet, only to encounter a deadly contagion that turns the infected into mindless zombies. The story unfolds with a mix of science fiction, horror, and fantasy elements, exploring themes of survival, mystery, and betrayal. The plot is fast-paced and suspenseful, keeping readers on the edge of their seats as the characters face escalating dangers and uncover dark secrets about the contagion and the true motives behind the mission.
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Sensitive Topics/Content Warnings
Triggers may include graphic violence, body horror, infection, and themes of death.
Has Romance?
There is a moderate presence of romance, particularly amidst background relationships and character interactions.
From The Publisher:
Edgar Award Nominee for Best Young Adult Mystery
Perfect for fans of Madeleine Roux, Jonathan Maberry, and horror films like 28 Days Later and Resident Evil, this pulse-pounding, hair-raising, utterly terrifying novel is the first in a duology from the critically acclaimed author of the Taken trilogy.
After receiving a distress call from a drill team on a distant planet, a skeleton crew is sent into deep space to perform a standard search-and-rescue mission.
When they arrive, they find the planet littered with the remains of the project-including its members' dead bodies. As they try to piece together what could have possibly decimated an entire project, they discover that some things are best left buried-and some monsters are only too ready to awaken.
ADVANCE PRAISE FOR CONTAGION:
"Gripping, thrilling and terrifying in equal measures, Contagion is the perfect intersection of science fiction and horror-I couldn't look away."-Amie Kaufman, New York Times bestselling author of Illuminae and Unearthed
"Few understand the true horror that lies in the empty unknown of space, but Erin Bowman nails it in Contagion. Read this one with the lights on!"-Beth Revis, New York Times bestselling author of the Across the Universe series and Star Wars: Rebel Rising
"Erin Bowman's Contagion is everything I want in my science fiction: a cast of smart characters on a desperate rescue mission forced to confront an elusive and unstoppable enemy. I absolutely loved this layered and thrilling adventure and can't wait to dive back into this world again."-Veronica Rossi, New York Times bestselling author of the Under the Never Sky series
Ratings (15)
Loved It (5) | |
Liked It (7) | |
It Was OK (1) | |
Did Not Like (1) | |
Hated It (1) |
Reader Stats (46):
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Want To Read (26) | |
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