Dog Days
Dog Days
Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2014
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
San Antonio, Texas • 2010s
2014
YA
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Joe McKinney's Dog Days is a novel that follows the story of a police officer navigating a zombie apocalypse in San Antonio, Texas. As he tries to protect his family and community, he faces numerous challenges and difficult decisions. The narrative delves into themes of survival, family, and humanity amidst chaos.
Dark
Suspenseful
Gritty
Unnerving
Reviews & Readership
125 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Review Roundup
Dog Days by Joe McKinney is generally praised for its gripping narrative and vivid depiction of a world overrun by zombies. Readers appreciate McKinney's dynamic storytelling and strong character development. However, some critique the pacing as uneven and find certain plot points predictable. Overall, it successfully delivers suspense and thrills for horror enthusiasts.
Who Should Read Dog Days?
A reader who enjoys Dog Days by Joe McKinney is a fan of thrilling, suspenseful crime stories with gritty realism. They likely appreciate tales of resilience and human struggle similar to those in Dennis Lehane's Shutter Island or Michael Connelly’s The Lincoln Lawyer.
125 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
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Novel • Fiction
San Antonio, Texas • 2010s
2014
YA
18+ years
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