This story reeled me in. I wasn’t sure about reading a book about a pandemic turned apocalypse but was so intrigued. Once I started down Frankie’s story, I couldn’t help but want to know more. As she met Yorke, and hearing his side of the story it only got more intense. Imogen exquisitely writes how they process their feelings for themselves, their loved ones and each other across each part off the story. I’ve already read the 4th installment and eagerly await to see how Frankie and Yorke continue to develop.

This book was so good! It had me reading it within one day. I was obsessed with the characters and needed to find out what would happen to them. As this book is not fully finished, I would love to be an arc reader for the next installment. If you are into The Walking Dead or any apocalyptic show, then this book is a perfect choice for you! Be looking at a later date for my full review on Instagram @maggiethereader.

Thank you NetGalley and the publishers for allowing me access to this book in exchange for an honest review.

Only 1% of the world’s population remains after a mysterious plague, post Coronavirus. Frankie and Yorke are part of this 1%and their only agenda now is survival.

This book captured me. It’s a great post apocalyptic romance that kept turning page after page until we’ll into the night. Enjoy!

This three set volume was a huge joy to read, and the cover is just gorgeous.
Frankie, a woman who lived with her husband in Los Angelos, in a post- apocalyptic earth, where almost all the world's population is dead or dying due to a pandemic. They were so very much in love and was coping as much as they could.      

The other main character was Yorke, an ex-soldier sent back home to the same city of Los Angelos. He on the other hand had only one family member, his brother. Considering their situation, he hoped to squash whatever beef they had in the past by calling him. His brother didn't want anything to do with him and hung up the phone. Feeling like he was all alone, he was about to jump off a roof, when he heard the grieving scream of a woman somewhere in the distance.        

Between trying to escape the city, gangs who've taken over the white house, finding supplies and parenting a lost and frightened little boy, these two main characters managed to find love in the midst of all the chaos. The question is, would they survive it all to give their love a fighting chance?

I've only ever read one other post-apocalyptic novel. It was based on a second ice-age, so I'm basically new to this genre. However, this novel was so good. It matched up greatly with my expectations, and then some. The characters were easy to love. Although there were times when I wanted to slap the hell out of Frankie. I mean, we understand how you feel but, you might die tomorrow so give that fine-looking soldier a chance man.

Yorke on the other hand, although he was a walking talking weapon, exuded the aura of a kind and protective gentleman, even though he didn't see himself as one. The characters were believable and satisfying.
The challenges these two faced individually and together, had me routing for their love throughout the novel. The pace was steady and each chapter ended with a cliff-hanger, so I was always eager to know, " what's next?" The theme of love, lost and the hope of new beginnings, was effectively expressed throughout the story.

I was elated for how one aspect of the book ended, but not so much for my beloved Yorke and Frankie. Their story is yet to be complete, so you know what that means. After the Plague 4 ( safe ), here I come.
And that, my dear readers, is something I look forward to. Because this page turner had me engrossed from beginning to end, and me having a couple of uncontrollable outbursts at the pages, I totally recommend.

A big thank you to NetGalley, Imogen Keeper and Mindless Muse Publishing, for gifting me this volume in return for an honest review. However, all thoughts and opinions are completely my own.
HAPPY READING❤

2.5 stars :: I’m kind of at a loss as to what rating I should give it - I didn’t hate it (2 stars) but I didn’t really like it either (3 stars). I don’t read a lot of dystopian fiction so maybe I’m not the right audience for this book (a newbie in the genre).

The “volumes” themselves were fast reads. The relationship between Yorke and Frankie was a slow burn and realistic (no instant love) and family bond between Yorke, Frankie, and Auden was sweet. You felt the family unit forming and the fragility of it in this uncertain world.

However some things really bugged me…

1. The volumes. Each “book” is called a “volume” when really they should be called “Acts”. Yes, technically it can be called a “volume” as it’s a part of a whole work, but the way each “volume” was laid out, reads more like an “act”. In volume 1 we have the setup of our characters, their goals, and their world (i.e. Act 1). Volume 1 literally ends with Frankie & Auden entering their new world as the stakes raised (Act 2). It’s a minor thing but it really bugged me, when I read something titled “volume 1” I except something with closure, but nothing was resolved, only expanded on.

2. Something that had me skimming was excessive unnecessary dialogue. There was a chapter in Volume 3 where Frankie & Yorke spent pages bickering over crutches. I understand it was meant to show how their relationship is developing into something much more comfortable (more like husband & wife, less like people just trying to survive) but… wow, it was painful y’all! A paragraph or two could have nipped that in the bud right quick.

Overall, it was okay. Volume 4 is soon to be released and I’ll probably read it just to see how it ends and to know I completed the series, but time will tell.

I really enjoy reading apocalyptic stories. The what ifs always drag me in with the potential that could happen to our world. Checking out the blurb for After the Plague series hit way too close to home considering what is going on in real world today. But I just had to see what an author would come up with. Would it just be a repeat of what I see on the news today or would Ms. Keeper spin it a completely different way? Got to admit, it’s handy to have all three volumes in one set. Means I can keep going and not wait around for the next book.

BROKEN - Volume 1
YEESH! The plague in this story reads like Covid on Speed! Had to check the date to see when the book was first published. March 2020. Yes, I can see why the author would think we are headed to the population dying off. What’s worse than a pandemic? I don’t know and I’m not sure I want to just so long as it stays confined with these pages. There’s a long build-up to Broken. The stage needs to be set so we the reader can understand what is going on in the world. At times I felt I was living this story. Almost. Almost.

The characters in the story felt so real. I can feel their pain, their fear, their despair. No punches are pulled here as Frankie and Yorke deal with the new world they find themselves in. Their struggles to survive the loss of the what had been, to keep going on. Frankie, oh Frankie. Her pain and loss had me in tears. Her courage, on finding a reason, to keep going. Everything is so palpable. I just couldn’t get what they were going through out of my head. I lost sleep over this book because there was no way I couldn’t wait to find out what would happen next.

LOST - Volume 2
Having just finished Broken, I immediately had to know what was going to happen next. So, without any hesitation or the need for sleep, I continue on to Lost. Book one hit me in all the feels, had me running the gambit of all emotions. This time I’m really enjoying how things are developing for Frankie and Yorke and not so focused on the destroyed world. It all feels so real. Yes, I can see the natural progressing of surviving. Author Imogen Keeper has really nailed it, how the new world could be, how survivors would react. It feels so real, I am ready to put in solar panels in my own home.

And yet, as much as I enjoyed Lost, I felt it just a tiny bit…predictable. Not the whole book, just a certain situation. I saw it coming and, in that moment, I was oh please don’t. I’m really into the story loving every minute and then this? The aftermath was handled very well, and I don’t think we have seen the end of the fallout. It was just a bit too cliché and I found it a little disappointing that it needed to be inserted into the storyline. That’s just my personal opinion of course. With or without it, this is still turning out to be an amazing series.

Found – Volume 3
Still sitting here dealing with the fallout from the last book and expecting more pain and suffering to be read in the third entry, Found. I get that and more. So much more. I honestly didn’t expect to find myself laughing. Yes, there were tears and gut-wrenching fear, but also moments of hilarity. Oh, the surprises instore for Frankie and Yorke. New crew, new life, and actual future together. Is it possible? The emotions between them as the heat cranks up another notch so delicious. But there are secrets that still lay between them, lost loves and pain, and it’s a hurdle they need to get over. The growth between them as a couple and as they find their own individual strengths is what really makes this series special
I’ve run the gambit of emotions. Devastation, tears, laughter. One epic moment after another. But it all comes to one crashing explosive moment as Frankie, Yorke, Auden, Beast and their new crew make the impossible choice of where they are going to live out our post-apocalyptic lives. Can they get out of the city? What’s in store for them next? The anticipation is killing me!


Thank goodness for boxsets! To have all three volumes together without having to sit around and wait for the next book is a total win for me. There’s a lot that happens in each book from the initial devastation of the plague in book one, to the building of the relationship between Frankie and Yorke in book two and finally to book three’s friends, fallout, and freedom. Yes, there is a lot to going on and I loved it so much that I could just keep going through each book non-stop. This is a series I will be recommending!

Stars: 5
I received this book from Netgalley. I was not compensated for the book other than the entertainment it provided. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Listen the writing in this is great, too good. Still in the midst of Covid it’s tough to read, it’s too realistic too easy to see happening. Be ver very careful if you’re heart is still hurting. I got to when Frankie found a kid and that was all I could take

The very first book I finished in 2022! And honest, a really good start. I found this book thanks to NetGallery. And it passed all my expectations. It had been a while since my last encounter whit apocalyptic, or post-apocalyptic stories. And I wasn’t sure I would still like it, but I gave it a shot. I got hooked in the very first sentence. The book is simply exceptional. Easy to follow, likable and it just catches you. The setting is interesting. The story begins when a plague that would work as the apocalypse is getting out of control. So, you get to follow the characters from the very beginning. You get to meet them in their pre chaos life, see how they deal with their new reality and the stages they go through to find themselves in the new world order. Hope, fear, sadness, desperation, love, it has the whole package. And on top of it, you get Yorke and Frankie. Two narrators spicing things up and making you fall for the book, the narration, the connections, the story, themselves, and each other. The characterization is perfect. And to have well-written characters is golden. Can’t wait to get my hands on volume 4. I desperately need more of them, their relationship, and their amazing story.

This book was great! It hit a little close to home especially with this new variant of COVID. it makes ya think!

I couldn't put this book down until I read all three volumes and purchased volume 4 as soon as possible. Excellent apocalyptic romance full of twists and turns. I loved it!

I liked the way the story progressed. The author does a good job of keeping you interested in the outcome for the characters the entire way. The descriptions were good without being boring. The conflict was always there and you never knew what was going to happen next. I can't wait to read The next volume to see if everyone is ok and safe.

Beautifully written and quickly becoming one of my favorite authors! I thoroughly enjoyed how well developed the characters were and they were amazing! Get ready to be addicted from page one! And what a perfect time for this with the current pandemic we are living through.

AAAHHH! Stop. Stop. Stop. I am genuinely surprised by this series… and must continue it! Post-apocalyptic fantasy romance is so hit-or-miss for me and I can’t believe I found a good one. I requested this arc from netgalley on a whim and I’m posting this review a couple of days later. I couldn’t put it down. Plot? Check. Characters? Check. Pacing? Check. Writing style? Check. Dialogue? Check. I’m so happy!

I received an arc for my fair and honest review. I didn't realize there was a fourth volume until I finished this and omg, I've gotta read it asap! I freaking loved this series way more than I thought I would. I love all things post apocalyptic, I loved the characters and I really felt a connection to them. It was fast paced, exciting, LOL funny, and I will be recommending After the Plague to everyone!

Note: Thank you to Netgalley & the publishers for allowing me access to this book in exchange for an honest review!

My Review
In my experience, most post-apocalyptic books are usually either terrible or fantastic. I am happy to say that this story is excellent!

The Good Things
1. The main characters are dynamic and exceptionally well written. They are opposites, so things are kept interesting through the different perspectives. 

2. Although this is considered a dystopia romance, I feel like the story is a fantastic work of fiction that is much more in-depth than a mere romance. I dig the slow burn and the relationships in the story. 

3. The world-building fits a post-apocalyptic story, and the problems that arise are not too far-fetched in this hypothetical scenario. 


The Bad Things
1. I am giving it four stars instead of five because of Volume II. It wasn't my favorite, and I'm not sure if it's because I lost momentum or because it felt lackluster in comparison to the first volume. 


My Final Rating:
☆☆☆☆ (Goodreads)
☆☆☆☆ (Blog)
☆☆☆☆ (Amazon)

The post-apocalypse fight for life is my favorite type of story for some reason. Not sure if that's a bad thing, oh well.

This book had incredible pacing and low level suspense that kept me reading even while I did things around the house- I just couldn't put it down. The book description had me at the "end of the world" concept and I wasn't expecting the romance since I'm not familiar with this author. Love connections sometimes distract me from the story but this one was well meshed in and felt natural. 

I noticed a few grammatical errors and some small nitpicky issues but overall this story was fantastic.

This book is beautifully written and held my interest. I'm usually read horror and/or viral apocalyptic books with more detail. I like to know every last detail of what is happening as it helps paint a picture for me. I am not one who usually enjoys any sort of romance in books; however, the romance in this series didn't seem out of place. The violence, sexual and/or otherwise was tastefully done, or at least as tastefully as one can depict such things. In the aftermath of an apocalypse, there would most certainly be violence, both physical and sexual in nature. It's nice to read about a heroine who handles situations with gusto and an assertive go get it attitude. I would recommend this book for anyone who likes post apocalyptic reading. I am partial stories taking place DURING an apocalypse, but enjoyed this series none the less. I look forward to the 4th installment.

This is the best apocalyptic series I have ever read! Such a heartbreaking yet inspiring story of surviving the unimaginable. A wild adventure from start to finish.

Well all trigger warnings due to the plague and dead people and family.

I requested this from netgalley. It is a easy read, fast-paced, unique in some ways, very slow burn with some pining, hurt and fucked up shit. I think people who like darker romances will like this and enjoy it! It has a interesting bond but due to the pandemic stuff I will not be continuing. However this is a reflection of me and not the author.

Describes as: "sexy, seductive, breathtaking story", I am still trying to get my breath back. All I can see is thank goodness I can already buy the 4th one!

I wasn't certain exactly what to expect when I picked up this book but I am glad I did. I truly enjoyed the whole volume, such a sweet and amazing story and I am so glad I got to read it!