Zombie Playlist

by Kirsty Dallas

[stacey_is_sassy]

…to create a shadow, there must be light

I’ve contemplated giving up writing reviews of late. I’m busy, I don’t have the time, my kids need me…and numerous other excuses have popped up as to why I should just give up. Then, a book like Zombie Playlist comes into my life and I HAVE TO SHARE!!

First off, I’m not a *Zombie Apocalypse* or *Horror* kind of reader normally. Kirsty Dallas dropped me a line telling me about her new story knowing that it wasn't my normal type of read and asked if I’d like to give it a go anyway. Well, Kirsty Dallas is the kind of writer who writes what she wants to write with passion and attitude and I LOVE her writing style. It’s kind of refreshing (for romance) to find an author who isn’t influenced by what readers want to read. This does not mean she’s trying to push the boundaries, hit “safety” zones or break through barriers of diversity, inequality or bias. It’s just that Kirsty Dallas is brave enough to write about real emotions and reactions, brought on by real tragedies… well as real as a Zombie Apocalypse tragedy and emotional battlefield can be.

Zombie Playlist has gut punches that leave you reeling, gore and grit to make you squirm uncomfortably, and emotions that play with your heart and mind. It’s also a story about finding strength in tough times, putting someone else’s safety ahead of your own, and looking past the shadows and remembering the light. I spent a lot of time contemplating what my own reactions to some of the scenes would have been. I have two children and a husband I adore; will I lay down my life to protect them? I would hope so. Would I stop their suffering if I could or had to? Not sure I could. Would I struggle, suffer and keep fighting in the hopes there was light at the end of the tunnel? I would hope so, but I’m not sure I would/could.

Two more things…read the blurb and Kirsty Dallas’ review to get the full picture. She gives it to you straight, and I know I couldn’t say it better. Also, I think Ms Dallas is brave writing a story and releasing it while the world is in fear of the coronavirus. Obviously, these are worlds apart, but I couldn’t help but worry that maybe one day this horror/zombie apocalypse could be a reality.

I loved Zombie Apocalypse and I highly recommend giving it a go. Kirsty Dallas has linked each chapter to a song and mentions a few others throughout as well. A playlist was created on Spotify and I’ve already downloaded it and listened to a few of the songs I was unfamiliar with. The story was great, and the accompanying playlist takes it to the next level.

Stacey is Sassy, received an advanced copy of this story. The copy provided is not the final copy and may be subject to edits and changes.