I was immediately drawn in by the title of this book, and the story did not disappoint!

The book is well written and conceived, with a colorful cast of characters and an interesting premise. Dan is a relatable protagonist facing familiar challenges in his day-to-day life. But then the sun explodes and you get to see how an everyday guy reacts to the potential end of the world. Even in this fantastic, imaginative tale, the range of responses experienced among the characters was authentic and believable.

The book is part dark humor, part satire, part accurate representation of humanity's ridiculousness. The writing was sharp, and I couldn't stop thinking about it, even after the story ended. I was honestly a bit surprised to learn this was a debut novel. I can't wait to read more from MJ Wassmer!

Thanks for the ARC through NetGalley.

Let’s just say I was kept on my toes until it was confirmed at the end. As one wonders what would happen in a post apocalyptic world this book sure did bring to life done off the things I could think of but fine in a way that keeps you guessing. Any plot holes (or those that could have been thought to be) that I found were addressed by the end with I found refreshing.

I enjoy when books can transport you into them, which this did, although in a different way, since I was trying to figure it out. I made the mistake of explaining my theories to my husband who then gave me two options and told me what he would do personally. If I could rate lower because I had to utter the words most wives don’t like to tell their husbands “you’re right,” I still wouldn’t.

Thank you NetGalley for providing me an ARC copy of the book.
Zero Stars Do Not Recommend was an exciting ride from start to finish. Most of the story was pretty silly with characters flaws galore, but there were times when things got pretty real. I'm not going to say this is the greatest work of art ever, but it's a quick fun read if you are looking for something that doesn't take itself too seriously.

This was unlike anything I've read before and I thoroughly enjoyed this book. It's very creative and one that will stand out in my mind. It truly was a wild ride and I picked it up based on the cover, without reading the summary. Honestly. I suggest more people do this as the less you know about this book going into it, the better. You definitely experience a wide range of emotions while reading this book - lots of humor, some sadness and some rage.

Personally, would love to listen to this as an audiobook with a really good narrator! This is the perfect choice for an audiobook and I'd be really interested to see what the narrator is able to bring to this book.

Thank you to NetGalley and Sourcebooks Landmark for an ARC copy of Zero Stars, Do Not Recommend.

In 2024, I’m trying to expand the genres I read so I requested this one with that goal in mind. And I was really entertained and pleasantly surprised!! 5 stars, totally would recommend!

"Zero Stars: Do Not Recommend" is a wild ride. It’s a creative and quirky tale that I quite enjoyed. I couldn't shake some unexpected WWII vibes which I found troubling. The start and finish were solid, and I'm giving it 3 stars. Huge thanks to NetGalley for the ARC!

Dan, Mara, Lilyanna and the crew are going to stick with me even after turning that last page.

Devoured this in under 24 hours and it was an absolute delight. Full of heart and humor, Tizoc Grand Islands might get zero stars, but this book gets a full five!

Wow. You see a cute cover and think you’ll read a cute little book but it blows your mind in the best possible way instead. This story was insane. I laughed, I cried, I was angry, I was happy. What a unique, funny, kinda sad in some parts but the sadness is done with a touch of humor. I read this thing in less than 24 hours. It was SO GOOD!

Thank you to NetGalley and Sourcebooks Landmark for an ARC copy of Zero Stars, Do Not Recommend.

I liked the premise for this book so I took a chance on it, but I unfortunately DNF @20%. The story really didn't hold my attention and I got tried of the quipy jokes on what felt like every single page. I don't think the book is poorly written, I just think it may be a better fit for another reader.

I received this ARC from NetGalley and all opinions are my own.

Dan and Mara are on vacation at a new resort in the Bahamas when the sun explodes and the world falls to darkness. The island quickly falls to anarchy when the elite guests of the island take all of the provisions and force the other guests to follow their instructions. Dan becomes the unlikely face of a rebellion, but then finds a plane for 6 and has to decide if he wants to escape with his girlfriend or stay and help.

This book originally drew me in by the cover and the title, but quickly won me over with its humor and fun story. This is unlike anything I’ve ever read. It features a post apocalyptic world, unlikely friends, cultish leaders, and a fun twist.

If the sun exploded while you were vacationing at a brand new tropical island resort what would you do? Well, give it a zero star recommendation of course!! This book is so fun, quirky, filled with satire and drama! I love a good survival story but this one goes above and beyond with it's wit and humor added in that it'll have you laughing all the way to the....end?! Will they survive or won't they?

Thoroughly enjoyed this one and would definitely recommend to those who love a good laugh while trying to survive. Definitely gave off a bit of "Shaun of the Dead" and/or "Zombieland" vibes.

Many thanks to NetGalley, SOURCEBOOKS Landmark, Sourcebooks Landmark, and MJ Wassmer for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.

This one was definitely fun.
I love a survival story. Especially when it comes to being trapped somewhere far away and peoples true colors start to shine through. It’s always so interesting and maddening to me! So I ate this up.

There were definitely some questionable terms and words used in the book that I wasn’t a fan of.. I guess to me I feel like “maybe just not” but some of it played into the character development of the MC

Speaking of which I’m glad he had Mara to talk sense and accountability into him bc wow he could be a prick.

The way certain events unfolded is crazy to me bc it’s something I’m 100% would actually happen when people in different social classes end up in a situation such as this. Again maddening..

I did really enjoy the plot of this book though! It also did have a lot of humor and wit did enjoy!

Wow. Five stars, do recommend.

This will certainly be a book to pick up when it releases later this year. The copy on netgalley has some formatting issues, but the story is insane.

Shortly after the sun ceased to exist I started to think of the Stanford Prison Experiment and Lord of the Flies, but with in a newly opened remote island resort. The absolute worst parts of humanity were on full display as this cast of mostly unlikeable humans attempted to survive the apocalypse. The buildings themselves operated as a bit of a caste system, and the people from Building A wound up seizing control and letting a MLM woman and her megachurch pastor husband take the lead. I truly do not know if a more terrible duo could exist. There are murders, unsolved true crime mysteries, people behaving horrendously, and a few failed attempts to stage a rebellion against the worst couple in history.