For we are not fighting against flesh-and-blood enemies, but against evil rulers and authorities of the unseen world, against mighty powers in this dark world, and against evil spirits in the heavenly places.
Ephesians 6:12
Like you all, I found Showalter's take on zombies to be unique and very refreshing. When I first picked it up, I was worried it would be similar to many of the other zombie related movies, t.v shows and books out there. I am not saying those aren't good and I still love my Resident Evils, but I feel the zombie market is becoming a little over saturated and I am glad Showalter attacked the subject from a different angle.
By putting the zombies in the spiritual realm, she gave herself a whole new realm to work with. She is not limited to the physical realm and I feel that gives an exciting and unpredictable edge to the story. As well as, opening up great discussions and insight to a spiritual world that I find many people and writers are shying away from these days.
For the most part, I found the character's enjoyable and I feel like Showalter left room to fully develop each significant character. Which is not often done when there are several characters seemingly crucial to the story. Kat was totally a favorite. I found her funny if not kind of dramatic. I agree with Katie, sometimes the teen drama was a little too much and a lot of hearsay and misunderstandings could have been avoided by communication. But it is high school so who am I to talk! Haha!
Some aspects of the book were kind of predictable. As soon as Ali started seeing her sister, I know her dad was a zombie. But I was glad in the end there was enough of him there to fight for his daughter. I found that sweet and kind of reassuring that love can still conquer all.
I will be picking up the next book not only because I am intrigued but I still have so many questions. I want to know more about the journal and the connection Ali and Cole have. I also hope more insight on her parents courtship come up, because I believe it was implied by her Grandmother that her parents had the same visions. Which for me represents them having a spiritual connection also know as "Soul Mates." I can't wait to see if my hunch is right. Good pick!
I felt the teenage drama dragged on a little long almost becoming a soap opera. But I guess they are teenagers. I just wanted them to get onto the zombie killing already!
ReplyDeleteI am also wondering about Ali's parents. I think they were having visions so I'm wondering what that means and what it means for Ali and Cole.
See, when Ali started seeing her sister, I was assuming her sister was starting to go Zombie and was trying to push her away so she wouldn't want to stalk her too. It took awhile before the dad part made a connection. Like you I loved the fact that his remaining love for Ali came through in the end.
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