Who Would Like This Book:
If you’re a fan of George Romero, zombies, or the OG Night of the Living Dead, this anthology is an absolute treat. Packed with eerie stories set around the outbreak, it brings fresh perspectives to the classic zombie universe - sometimes following up with minor movie characters, sometimes exploring wild new ideas (hello, zombie-NASA!). The collection pays loving tribute to Romero’s legacy and is a must for horror fans, especially those who relish short stories with both chills and darkly funny moments. The audiobook, with its full cast of narrators, is especially recommended for immersive listening.
Who May Not Like This Book:
If you’re not big on anthologies or enjoy more literary, deep-diving horror, you might find some stories here a bit uneven - short horror tales can sometimes feel abrupt or unfinished, and a few in this collection miss the mark or rely on typical tropes. Hardcore sticklers for movie continuity or those expecting every story to strictly follow the 1968 timeline might also feel let down by the creative liberties. And if you prefer your zombies drenched in gore, some tales here opt for atmosphere or even humor instead.
About:
"Nights of the Living Dead" is a collection of short stories that pay tribute to the original zombie movie, Night of the Living Dead, created by George Romero. The stories explore various aspects of the zombie mythos, with some taking place on the night of the outbreak in 1968 while others introduce twists and turns to the familiar narrative. The writing style varies among the different authors, with some stories being described as incredibly entertaining and well worthwhile, while others are critiqued for being boring or poorly written.
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Content warnings include themes of graphic violence, death, trauma, and disturbing imagery related to zombies.
From The Publisher:
In 1968, the world experienced a brand-new kind of terror with the debut of George A. Romero's landmark movie Night of the Living Dead. The newly dead rose to attack the living. Not as vampires or werewolves. This was something new . . . and terrifying. Since then, zombies have invaded every aspect of popular culture.
But it all started on that dreadful night in a remote farmhouse. . . .
Nights of the Living Dead returns to that night, to the outbreak, to where it all began. New York Times bestselling author Jonathan Maberry teams with the godfather of the living dead himself, George A. Romero, to present a collection of all-new tales set during the forty-eight hours of that legendary outbreak.
Nights of the Living Dead includes stories by some of today's most important writers: Brian Keene, Carrie Ryan, Chuck Wendig, Craig E. Engler, David J. Schow, David Wellington, Isaac Marion, Jay Bonansinga, Joe R. Lansdale, John A. Russo, John Skipp, Keith R.A. DeCandido, Max Brallier, Mike Carey, Mira Grant, Neal and Brenda Shusterman, and Ryan Brown. Plus original stories by Romero and Maberry!
For anyone who loves scary stories, take a bite out of this!
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