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Who knew that post-apocalyptic stories could be romantic as well? Really enjoyed this as I am big fan of the genre. Looking forward to the next book in the series.

A gripping and timely read about the aftermath following a plague and the survivors left behind. This was rather timely in the midst of COVID and executed in a clever way. From the beginning to the end it was a journey that I enjoyed. A gripping tale of a world devastated by a viral plague and subsequently aids in the breakdown of civilization, brought alive with vivid descriptions and characters. It's tough to read at times, only because it packs such an emotional punch, especially given current events, but the heart-wrenching portions are balanced out by hope, tenacity, humor, and some steam of a slow-burn variety. I loved the chemistry between the characters. Emotionally it’s a bit of a roller coaster but it’s balanced out and definitely one I would recommend if you're looking for a post-apocalyptic story!

Also, I love how all three volumes are in one here, makes it easy for a binge read!

I was super excited for this one. I love dystopian books and this one seemed something that I would enjoy and it was all three books so I only had to wait for book four. Sadly, though this one didn't up as good as I thought. I made it through the first book in this collection of books 1-3. It was ok at best but pretty slow. I wished that there would have been another aspect to this one other than this virus. It kind of reminded me of the Stand by Steven King but a lighter version without all the religious overtones. Which was fine but I just needed more.

Thank you to the publishers, author and NetGalley for the free copy of this audio book.

I really enjoyed this one. Fast paced, likeable characters. Very well written overall. I need to get my hands on the next one to know what happens!

Following the story of Frankie and York, in this post-apocalyptic era, it is entertaining, full of surprises, and intrigue, I liked it a lot, it is a novel that hooks quickly, it is easy to read if you like these types of books, its characters are Well developed, they will love you, I assure you, give this series a chance, I highly recommend it.

Unfortunately, I just couldn't get into this book. It could be me, but the post-apocolyptic genre just doesn't do it for me. That is my fault though, not the author. The writing style flows and reads easily but unfortunately, it didn't keep me engaged.

**Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for an advance copy of this title in exchange for a fair and honest review**

At first, I was questioning why on earth I'd requested this. It felt a bit too close to home reading about a virus ripping its way through the world but that part was over quickly and it became a real gem of a dystopian story with far more romance than I was expecting.

Believable characters (even if a little cliched at times) and some rather steamy scenes made for a good read and I'm already casting the film in my head... Alan Ritchson (Reacher) as Yorke and Shailene Woodley as Frankie, if you're interested.

I really enjoyed this book and was very grateful that it included parts 1 - 3, I didn't realise that the story continues so now I'm on the hunt for part 4.

The year is 2038 and the world is recently recovering from WW3 with Russia. The flu mutates in Australia and from there breaks out all over the world killing 90% of the population. Really good character development. I like the back and forth style of writing between the characters. I love Imogen Keeper’s writing and am definitely along for the ride!

Very, very good !!!! Dark and gritty I couldn't put it down until I finished it and didn't regret a nights lost sleep one bit!!

This hits so close to home with the current covid stuff going on. Shows you how quickly the world could go dark. This was triggering for anyone who is already nervous or scared of dystopian stories or COVID. I loved the 2 main characters.

After The Plague by Imogen Keeper is a post apocalyptic suspense novel. This story was extremely triggering for me after the last few years of dealing with Covid. Much of the book focuses on a strain of flu that kills 80% of the 80% of the population that is infected and the complications of such a vastly fatal disease. Frankie and Yorke, the main characters find each other, along with a few survivors, as they try to work their way out of the city and away from an increasing threat. There's a bit of found family and a smattering of romance but overall it's a dystopian story that hits a little to close to home.

I received an advance review copy for free, and I am leaving this review voluntarily.

This series gives us a dark look into just how bad a pandemic could get. The characters are so relatable, especially Frankie. And Yorke is so 🔥🔥🔥 while also being really sweet and compassionate. Imogen Keeper is so good at making you empathise with the characters and then punching you in the feels.

Angst, suspense, tension, sexual chemistry...this collection has it all.

I enjoyed this book. However, I would definitely list it with trigger warnings, post-COVID. (Joking, but not really)
This was such an interesting concept to put into a novel and I felt like the relationships between the characters and their intimacy were real, raw, and believable. This was not a fairy tale and I honestly really appreciated that the author didn't try to sugar coat a lot of hard topics. I also really liked the differing viewpoints. I love knowing what the other characters are thinking!

After the Plague by Imogen Keeper follows the story of two people who did not get the plague that wiped out almost everyone on earth. This follows their emotional and physical trials. Life in a post apocalyptic world is not all sunshine and rainbows, there are those who want to control everyone, those who are now able to live lawlessly, and then there are those who just want to live and try to make things as normal as possible.

There is a bit of romance in this book, I was not expecting it, I had heard about it being a dystopian novel and I was sold there. Romance is not my style of book, so I was slightly taken aback when it came up. I’m sure those that like romance would enjoy this part put into a dystopian novel. Though it’s not my thing, and I would have preferred it not be in the story, it was still a good story and I find myself wanting to know what happens next.

This was a hard book for me to read right now due to the subject matter. I am finding the characters compelling but the threat level and general anti-social and violent behavior of the "villains" is tough to take considering the lack of consensus and cooperative behavior in our world in 2022. The writing is strong and I do love the characters but halfway through I'm going to have to put it down for a little while until the world calms down.

After browsing Netgalley I came across this cover and was immediately intrigued. After getting accepted I couldn’t read this book fast enough. I loved that it was divided into three sections because it felt like binge reading a series.

The book was devastatingly good. I’m usually not a fan of anything dystopian or post-apocalyptic but this book made me a believer. At first when the book starts and it is announced that the story line revolves around a virus that is causing a massive pandemic shutting countries around the world it hit close to home, but the writing was so exquisite that I physically couldn’t stop from looking to see what happens next. We follow Frankie through the horrifying loss of her husband, her taking on a role as a parental figure for a newly orphaned boy and the way everything is written it feels like you are in survival mode with her. How she kept moving forward absolutely racked my brain, how she clung to hope made hope sprung up in my chest as well.

Yorke on the other hand is survival mode came to life. Where Frankie lacks any former training for a horrible event like this one, Yorke is all guns blazing and knows exactly how to move in this new world.

I absolutely loved the dynamic between these two. I respected the slow burn so much in order for Frankie to grieve properly, so when the connections started flying and they finally verbally expressed how they both felt I was fist pumping the air. Have to give it to this author- she knows how to write spicy scenes.

Overall, masterpiece of a book. The only reason I subtracted one star was because part two of the book felt a bit dragging, but was made up for later on in part 3!

Would absolutely 100% recommend.
Thank you to NetGalley for providing me with this ARC.

Thrilling, profound and deeply intensive this bundle containing the first three volumes of what can only be described as one of the best apocalypse sagas to come along in quite some time will keep the reader glued to the pages as its climatic events unfold.
Strangers Frankie and Yorke find each other in this grim new reality and their story of survival and love brings a little hope to a world that has been decimated by a virus and plunged into chaos.
This was a truly engaging read that catches the reader’s interest and holds it captive while they join Frankie and Yorkie on their mesmerizing journey together.

Plot: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️/5
Spice: 🌶🌶/5
TW: violence, death, pandemic
Tropes/Kinks: apocalyptic love, found family

"The Walking Dead" (sans zombies) meets the COVID 19 pandemic in Imogen Keeper's "After the Plague." Despite currently living in a pandemic and fearing for my life and the downfall of humanity, I fell in love with Keeper's writing and the characters she's created. Too often have we been faced with the hypothetical question "what would you do in the apocalypse" and give answers that would make us out to be a complete badass hellbent on surviving. This book is much more realistic and relatable because yeah, I'd love to be a badass, but I'm simply used to a certain way of life and haven't been faced with trying to survive as the world crashes around me. That's what makes Frankie such a great character. She has gone through so much and is used to depending on others but the pandemic makes her visionary nature become a point of hope for all those around her. If I were to be asked about my apocalypse plan, I would give an answer I think Frankie would give.
And let's talk about Yorke. My God, Yorke. He is such a strong character and I love how he balances Frankie out. From the start, they have a very interesting chemistry that makes me want to root for them. I believe in Yorkie (what a fun pairing name, right?) and that they're going to be the critical hope of the future. Thrown together by terrible circumstances, Yorke and Frankie work hard to find sustainability and safety in a world that has shaved them down into broken people. The tension between them coils so tightly that every time I think it's going to snap, it tightens even more as they heal from their past and present.
If you want something that has heat but warms your heart first, then this is definitely a good series to start!

Let me say this book was amazing!!! There was pain, laughter, loss, love, and so much more.
I loved Frankie and Jimmy and Frankie and yorke… their journey was so amazing. The love that Frankie had for Jimmy was so real and when he died it crushed my soul. But her healing and developing relationship with Yorke was so special.

They are trying to survive a post-apocalyptic city. All are physically, mentally and emotionally hurting. They have secrets that are just waiting to explode. Their whole crew has to make unbelievable choices that effect all of them. And in the end… Yorke… he’s makes a hard one.
Can’t wait to see what happens in the fourth book after the choices that were made….
I received an Arc copy through Netgalley for an honest review.

Thank you NetGalley for this eARC!

I’m not going to lie, I definitely had to wait for Covid cases to go down before starting this one- but that’s just because it felt so real! Imogen Keeper did an incredible job world building. Set about 20 years in the future, she balances the ideas of new tech with probability.

Frankie and Yorke find themselves in Washington D.C. at the height of a pandemic that makes Covid look like child’s play- at least a 90% mortality rate. Frankie loses her beloved husband early on, but her discovery of a young, newly orphaned boy (Auden) gives her the willpower to keep going. She meets up with former military Yorke when he warns a group she’s joined of a potential attack by a militarized group headquartered in the White House. The three (plus Auden’s dog, Beast) form a family, all helping each other cope with the terrible situation. They still need to get out of the city, though, and the White House Woman (WHW for… not so short) doesn’t want anyone to leave. Can they make it out to freedom and start a life?

This book is dark- especially now that we’ve all experienced the trauma of a pandemic (even though what’s in the book is far worse). However… I couldn’t stop reading! It helps that Frankie is hope incarnate (not in an annoying way). She does her best to bring joy to Auden’s life, and that brings enough light to the story ti keep you optimistic, even when things keep going wrong.

I had to wait to be in the right headspace for this book, but once I was it was well worth it.