This Plague of Days Season One (The Zombie Apocalypse Serial Book 1)

This is definitely a different take on the zombie apocalypse and our main characters are interesting and unusual. I really appreciated the way the characters in the family related to one another...and to the exploration of the dictionary--where words have textures, flavors, and colors! My biggest complaint is that it's only "part one"; really, can I not just have a full book. I don't really want episodes or seasons...I want a real book that stands by itself and doesn't leave you obviously at a cliff hanger just so I can donate more money to the cause. I don't think I'll read more of these, as the pricing is a little much for just a partial story for me.

I'm not finished yet. This story is ponderousy slow but you get a lot of story for ninty-nine cent. Don't get me wrong, I like the premise and its well told, but the first plot needs a bit more action and the second plot needs a bit more explanation. Having said that I do think that it is a good read and plan on purchasing the second book with the hope that the first plot will pick up the pace and the second plot will better explain itself.

After reading some of the reviews, I really wanted and expected to like this book. I didn't. The story line is okay, in fact many things are okay. But I just couldn't get past the author's ploddingly dull approach to Jamie's apparent love of dictionaries. Things like 'is run similar to ruin?' (I paraphrase.) Ugh. Enough already. There are other things that put me off, too. No need to go into that now though...

I think this storyline is brilliant. It's not your cliched, run-of-the-mill zombie apocalypse story. It's character driven. It's cerebral. It's awesome. The first episode of This Plague of Days is the perfect balance of back story, anecdotes, and the events of the present crisis. Jaime, the main character, is fantastically written and surprisingly well thought out. His diagnosis on the Autism Spectrum (formerly known as Aspergers), combined with his synthesesia (seeing emotions as color-auras) is a fresh aspect to an otherwise well-known genre. Reading on, I admit I was nervous that the remaining episodes wouldn't pack the same punch. I was wrong, they did.

Jaime is an infuriating character to withstand during such a terrifying predicament-which is why he's awesome. You find yourself screaming at the page for him to speak up, to warn others to what he sees. And that's when you realize just how invested in the characters you are. And his isn't the only well-developed character. Chute often provides glimpses into the pasts of some of the others and it's so well-written, you forget for a moment that the world is in turmoil...but just for a moment before you're clobbered over the head again with suspense, tension, and terror.

In the end, all the immediate conflicts were resolved in a satisfying way, not rushed, not unrealistic. There's plenty of ground to cover next season, and the last few lines will leave you guessing and impatiently waiting for Season Two of This Plague of Days.

I liked the mostly clean and appropriate writing in the book, I enjoy any and all Zombie apocalypse books/movies/stories so this was another one that I enjoyed reading! Sad that I have to find the next two books because i will probably have to buy them haha. But overall, I did enjoy this and I have no issues with how the author wrote about the whole apocalypse unfolding -there’s never a right or wrong way for an apocalypse to occurs!
I definitely have stocked my home with better food items in preparation if any disaster were to happen- thanks to this book!

If you like well-written apocalypse / dystopian fiction, this book is for you. It's the first of a trilogy, and like Justin Cronin's vampire books, This Plague of Days focuses on individuals whose lives have been ripped apart by a viral plague.

I really liked how Chute took the stressful events of the disaster and used them to allow his characters to express the pains that their lives would have anyway. Growing old, reaching middle age, dealing with playground bullying, these pains never leave you, even if the world goes mad.

This book has wonderful characters, especially Jaimie, an autistic boy who while low on the verbal scale, has for his obsessive interest words in his Oxford English Dictionary. As the parent of a high functioning autistic son, I enjoyed Jaimie's love of language and the way his family supported him even as he frustrated them no end.

One quibble, a child with autistic and sensory tendencies would generally be driven mad by the noise of a coffee grinder. Coffee grinders appear and are used at least twice in this novel with no comment on how Jaimie responds. It stood out to this parent.

Well worth the read and I look forward to reading the sequels. :D

I loved this book! I especially liked Jaime. He is awesome and if he ever starts talking he will probably be the saving grace for the rest of the survivors since he can see the auras of everyone. Also, I think Anna will be a force to be reckoned with too. While reading this book it was a flu epidemic going on here. And it freaked me out. I'm wondering if the book is coming true.

Nothing but sheer exhaustion could tear my eyes from the captivating dance of words choreographed by Robert Chazz Chute. Even as I slipped into sleep, I still fought for just one more page before oblivion dragged me under.

How anyone could craft such beauty out of what should be nightmarish possibilities, and at the very same time invoke an ever increasing need to become an expert survivalist... just in case...

I don't consider myself a post-apocalyptic or zombie fiction fanatic. My reading simply goes through certain trends. From the outside, I am sure it appears a tad obsessive. However, what it does provide me is a vast library of P.A.Z. novels to compare "This Plague of Days: Season One" with.

How can I express this in a manner that confers my profound gratitude to the author, along with the strongest of recommendations to any potential reader? Let me dwell on that a moment...

If Season Two had not been just released, I would be in serious need of restraint to keep me from walking all the way to Mr. Chazz Chute's to literally beg on weary knees to be granted the honor of pre-reading whatever he had put to page...

That being said, I have my concerns about what will occur a couple of days (at most) from now once I reach the end of said newly released installment of the most inventive and engrossing epic I have had the honor to read in many a year.

Each character is so tangible, reacting to their world in such a natural manner. Jaimie Spencer, though - to be able to capture his unique spirit, the almost eerily mystical way in which he sees and understands the universe around him... this is a character you will never forget.

But to meet Jaimie and the rest of the Spencer clan, you must read the book. Share in the adventure, and you just might come out the other side a bit different, a shade better in your own personal understanding of the world and how quickly it can change.

Thanks, Mr. Chazz Chute. I will do my very best to remain patient until you complete Season Three. For now, I'm off to devour the second book of "This Plague of Days."

Good character development helped to keep my interest, seeing as how it was "another zombie" plotline. Here's the real endorsement. I got the first book for free with Prime, but just bought the other two because I liked the first so much.

If you like well-written apocalypse / dystopian fiction, this book is for you. It's the first of a trilogy, and like Justin Cronin's vampire books, This Plague of Days focuses on individuals whose lives have been ripped apart by a viral plague.

I really liked how Chute took the stressful events of the disaster and used them to allow his characters to express the pains that their lives would have anyway. Growing old, reaching middle age, dealing with playground bullying, these pains never leave you, even if the world goes mad.

This book has wonderful characters, especially Jaimie, an autistic boy who while low on the verbal scale, has for his obsessive interest words in his Oxford English Dictionary. As the parent of a high functioning autistic son, I enjoyed Jaimie's love of language and the way his family supported him even as he frustrated them no end.

One quibble, a child with autistic and sensory tendencies would generally be driven mad by the noise of a coffee grinder. Coffee grinders appear and are used at least twice in this novel with no comment on how Jaimie responds. It stood out to this parent.

Well worth the read and I look forward to reading the sequels. :D

I loved this book! I especially liked Jaime. He is awesome and if he ever starts talking he will probably be the saving grace for the rest of the survivors since he can see the auras of everyone. Also, I think Anna will be a force to be reckoned with too. While reading this book it was a flu epidemic going on here. And it freaked me out. I'm wondering if the book is coming true.

Nothing but sheer exhaustion could tear my eyes from the captivating dance of words choreographed by Robert Chazz Chute. Even as I slipped into sleep, I still fought for just one more page before oblivion dragged me under.

How anyone could craft such beauty out of what should be nightmarish possibilities, and at the very same time invoke an ever increasing need to become an expert survivalist... just in case...

I don't consider myself a post-apocalyptic or zombie fiction fanatic. My reading simply goes through certain trends. From the outside, I am sure it appears a tad obsessive. However, what it does provide me is a vast library of P.A.Z. novels to compare "This Plague of Days: Season One" with.

How can I express this in a manner that confers my profound gratitude to the author, along with the strongest of recommendations to any potential reader? Let me dwell on that a moment...

If Season Two had not been just released, I would be in serious need of restraint to keep me from walking all the way to Mr. Chazz Chute's to literally beg on weary knees to be granted the honor of pre-reading whatever he had put to page...

That being said, I have my concerns about what will occur a couple of days (at most) from now once I reach the end of said newly released installment of the most inventive and engrossing epic I have had the honor to read in many a year.

Each character is so tangible, reacting to their world in such a natural manner. Jaimie Spencer, though - to be able to capture his unique spirit, the almost eerily mystical way in which he sees and understands the universe around him... this is a character you will never forget.

But to meet Jaimie and the rest of the Spencer clan, you must read the book. Share in the adventure, and you just might come out the other side a bit different, a shade better in your own personal understanding of the world and how quickly it can change.

Thanks, Mr. Chazz Chute. I will do my very best to remain patient until you complete Season Three. For now, I'm off to devour the second book of "This Plague of Days."

Good character development helped to keep my interest, seeing as how it was "another zombie" plotline. Here's the real endorsement. I got the first book for free with Prime, but just bought the other two because I liked the first so much.

If you have synesthesia than there is finally a book that has a character you can relate to on that level. It is refreshing to see a main character who also interacts with and uses colors the way I do. This is a good book and worth the time to read. I highly recommend! I will be reading the rest of this series!

If you are into postapocalyptic survival, you'll probably enjoy this book. The shifting perspectives are interesting and the boy set up as the main character is intriguing. Chute's use of language and vocabulary is wonderful.

I'm not putting this on par with World War Z by any means but it's comparable to Wellington's 'Monster' series. Worth a read and intriguing enough to get into the others in the series.

I like that the story makes sense, different virus strains and plans from a leader and followers who are tired of the privileged rich. Plot had enough mystery, craziness, and bloodletting to satisfy my curiosity. Entertaining story about zombies and apocalyptic life, I am enjoying what you are slinging, writing.

As a fan of Stephen King, Dean Koontz, and William Forstchen, this book was perfect for me. There was horror, humor, and the end of the world as we know it. I have never seen my favorite genres tied together so nicely before.

Apocalyptic tales aren't my typical read, but I was definitely hooked on this one! This is one of those stories that I kept thinking about when I was away from it. The story follows the family of a boy with autism as a virus wipes out much of the population.

I quickly grew to love the characters and wanted to know what was going to happen to each of them. Even the kooky old neighbor who was looking more suspicious and ominous with each new page. I don't want to give too much away, but this story has some great twists and turns and I'm excited about the upcoming second season.

I love this book. Page turner at its best. Eloquently as written for an apocalyptic style book. Looking forward to read the second. I recommend this book to anyone who loves apocalyptic/zombie or just sci fi. Love love love it.

What a really well written, exciting, thought provoking and believable characters story! Absolutely love the way this author plays with words like they are building blocks to make one of the best book I have read. Wish there were more than 5 stars.

We all know how ugly zomby stories get, this book has such a beautiful twist. Without giving away too much, Jamie one of are main characters, doesn't see the world as we do. I absolutely love reading Jamie's view of the zombie apocalypse. Must read for any zomby, post apocalypse, thriller book lovers. Can't wait to read the rest!

Excellent rendition of the apocalyptic story-filled with the horror of viruses, zombies, and the worst of it all...humans. It’s been a long time since I have read a story with such well painted characters! I actually care about them.

I've read a lot of apocalypse books recently. Most are a first installment meant to lure me in to buying the next book. Usually I don't but I enjoyed this story so much that I'm buyingbthe next book. I really enjoyed this book.

I was a little skeptical at first since I usually don’t read books like this one but as I got further and further into the story the characters and wonder for what was going to happen next kept me reading. Now on to season 2!

Two stars only because I really liked Jaime, the "interesting", mute, teenage boy from whose perspective most of the book is written from. But, that's where my interest ended. The dad was a scholarly blah, the mom was a scared blah, the sister was an ball_of_teenage angst blah...Sorry to the author, but I was hoping for more, um, adventure, zombies...anything but endless definitions.