How far would you go to make sure your loved ones were safe during the apocalypse? After traveling the country in hopes of reaching the sanctuary of home, Rowan finds herself in a world turned upside down. Her parents are gone, and she’s surrounded by people she barely knows, and the only refuge she’s ever known is anything but safe. Zombies have taken over not just her hometown, but the rest of … hometown, but the rest of the world as well, and now she must work with fellow survivors, Devon and Kiaya, to find a way to survive this strange new world.
Too bad the extinction of civilization hasn’t erased the complications of everyday life. Between learning to survive in a world overtaken by the dead and struggling to work through her grief over losing everything, Rowan must navigate her growing attraction for Devon, as well as deal with her suspicion that something isn’t right with some of their fellow survivors.
Just when she thinks she has a hold on the emotional rollercoaster of this new world, someone from her past makes a surprise – and unwanted – reentry into her life, bringing with them a seed of hope that threatens to once again flip everything upside down.
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Far from Safe (Far #2) was a good read by Kate L. Mary. Rowan traveled the country to reach home safely and she finds her world turned upside down. Both her parents are gone and she finds herself surrounded around people that she barely knows. Zombies have taken over the world and she must find a way to survive this strange world. Rowan finds herself attracted to Devon and its getting harder to fight. I really enjoyed reading this book and cant wait to read more by the author.
Narrator did a good job. She’s the same one as the first book; she still fit the characters well, but I’d still like more emotion and flow to her performance. I still liked the listen though.
Enjoying this series! Zombies are cool, and I like the characters. The characters do make some not so smart choices, but I like how they are survivors. Rowan, Kiaya, Devon, and the rest do what they can to survive in this zombie infested world. Unfortunately, the zombies aren’t the only problem in this world! There’s plenty of unsavory people out there causing more problems all over. I really enjoy these zombie, post-apocalyptic reads with a dash of romance! Ready for the next one!
A good read, fast paced with plenty of action. It didn’t take me long to get immersed in the story, hanging on every word, I really enjoyed more time with my favourite characters Rowan, Kiaya and Devyn and some interesting new additions, there were some great plot twist but unfortunately ended on a cliff hanger, which left me desperate to find out whats next, I received this book in exchange for my honest review.
4 Cranky Stars
This book picks up exactly where the first in the series, “Far From Home” leaves off. I liked the way that the author brought up pertinent points from the first book in the first chapter of this one. Too many times in a series, I have to go back and reread portions to remember what has happened. The author does this in a perfectly natural way, like the character was remembering the events in their own mind.
Rowan and her friends have set up housekeeping in her parent’s home after arriving from their cross-country trip. Rowan and Devon definitely have feelings for each other, but Rowan is unsure if this is a ridiculous thing to pursue during a zombie apocalypse. “You shouldn’t feel bad about finding something good in the middle of all the bad.”
Rowan has to face the truth about her parents and try to move on with her life. “I had to learn to face the horror surrounding me and meet it head on.” The way that the author handled the emotions involved with this was well-written and totally believable. What would you do if someone you loved was turned into a zombie, destined to roam the streets forever? Would you be able to put them down or would you just turn and run?
Rowan and friends discover other survivors and are offered the chance to join them in their newly established compound. But, is this a good idea? Can these people be trusted? Or, are they better off trying to make their own way in this horrific new reality?
The inclusion of a mentally challenged adult and young children in this series adds a touch of authencity to what is happening. How can a society that has fall apart deal with handicaps, infirmities and people of all ages? And , what about addicts? Do you include them in your group or cut and run? “Not everyone is strong enough to get through trauma.”
There is plenty of action and zombie killing in the book to satisfy the diehard zombie reader, but there is plenty of emotion and humor as well. “Of all the stupid shit to hoard, why toilet paper?” “At least we know the zombies stumbling down the street have clean asses.”
The author has thrown in some typical horror movie scenes (stupid young woman going into a dark basement) that shows her true love of the genre. And, Rowan continues to make some really stupid mistakes that made me want to throw the book against the wall. But, not everybody can be a superhero and it’s nice to read a book with realistic, relatable characters.
I look forward to continuing this series and hope to see more crossover between it and others that the author has written
5 Unsafe Action Filled Stars!!!
Well, Kate L. Mary you’ve done it to me again!! I’m sitting here again speechless after finishing Far From Safe. I thought I was speechless when Far From Home ended but I was even more so mind blown this time around.
If you haven’t read Far From Home then stop and go back and read it before you open this book. This isn’t a standalone and can’t be as one!!
We pick up exactly where we left off. Rowan has finally made it home and in time to see her poor mom walking down the block with the rest of the neighbors who’ve all passed and are now zombies. With no word from her father in weeks, Rowan is positive he passed away while working at the hospital. She’s lost her parents and is devastated but she must keep going or she won’t make it.
Rowan, Devon, Kiaya, Lisa and Buck must figure out what’s next for them. Bc, it’s not just themselves they gotta look out for. As much as Rowan wants to stay locked up in her childhood home and hide, they’re running low on supplies and not hidden away safely and there’s zombies surrounding them.
The group comes up with a good starting plan. Check out Rowan’s neighbors houses for two things 1-survivors and 2-supplies. Grab as much as possible that they can use. Then, head to the stores and stock up on everything else. Afterwards, they gotta figure out where they can go to that’ll keep their group together and safe. Rowan has one other thing on her list of things to do: bury her mom but she’s keeping that to herself for now.
Things definitely aren’t easy in times like this. You gotta be on guard 110% of the time. BC, at any minute a zombie can pop up outta nowhere and attack. Then there’s the chance you bump into somebody who’s not dead but they’re far from a good person.
While out on a supply run they come across zombies but when they do bump into humans Rowan was shocked she knew one of the living. It was her ex Doug and Rowan definitely wasn’t happy to see him. She was glad he wasn’t dead but didn’t wanna see him lol.
When Doug and his crew invite Rowan and her friends to join them at the school they’re at none of them are totally sure it’s the right decision. They know it’s safer then where they’re at now. When they get there they’re even more unsure them before. Before they can really figure out their next choice they find themselves in real trouble and Rowan throws herself head first into the lions den with some dangerous lions.
I felt so many emotions reading this. My heart pounded so many times. I kept hoping and praying nothing happened to Rowan, Devon, Kiaya and Lisa every time they left the house.
Miller is still a tool. He’s a complete jerk and my gut is telling me he’s lying about who he really is. Never really had an issue with Hank before but now I’m getting creeper vibes of him.
I liked Buck from the beginning. But, now he’s showing another side to him and I wasn’t sure how it was gunna turn into. When he told Rowan his story and what made him into what he was OMG I was laying in bed crying and feeling for him and didn’t blame him.
Now we have Doug back in Rowan’s life. I totally 100% understood why she felt the way she did towards him. Shoot I have some ex’s who have done me wrong so I get it. I don’t know how it’s gunna be with him yet. But, he seems like a good guy. He proved himself with a few things so far that chipped a few notches in his favor.
When I read Rowan’s moms letter I was legit bawling right along next to Rowan. I don’t know if I would’ve survived after reading a letter like that from my mom. I’m just saying.
I’m excited for the next book after the explosive cliffhanging ending!! I’m gunna need Devon and Doug to man up, team together and put their heads together and get Rowan outta the horrible mess she got herself into. Please guys!!
After finally making it home Rowan must come to terms with everything that’s changed. That however seems hard to do when reminders of all that she’s lost are everywhere. The group has taken over her house, figuring out what to do now should come first. The daily grind of living during a zombie apocalypse is pretty much guess work, but the team pulls together and tries to make it work. Until they stumble upon another group and everything begins to change. Her budding relationship with Devon is evolving and she is closer than ever with the women of her group. Miller however is a different story! A little action and excitement and some loving to brighten the pages. I cannot wait for the third book and it’s always a pleasure to be back in Kate L. Mary’s zombie world!
Queen of Post-apocalyptic did it again. Far from Safe start where first book ended. I really liked this book and it’s so interesting to see how these characters behave in this new world. World where you have to be careful with the zombies but also with other humans. I really like Rowan and how she becomes stronger every day. I also like Devon and I wish we could get his pov too. Can’t wait to read next book because this ended with cliffy.
Amazing! I so love this author and her ability’s today write Awesome zombie books. This one was amazing and I can’t wait for the next book. The characters and the suspense and the curiosity about certain characters. I can’t wait for more.
Far from Safe (Far Series, Book 2) by Kate L. Mary and narrated by Nicole Jones is an overall OK addition but not the norm for this author. I felt this was more of a filler book (sorry Kate!). The narrator was good and I would listen to her again.
What’s it about? Rowan and the group continue their fight for living in Rowan’s home town. The group learns the fate of those in her town. There isn’t much zombie action and there’s a huge focus on Rowan’s love life (past and present). They meet another group. I struggled to make it though and it took me several days instead of what would normally be one sitting. I honestly don’t know what else to say about this book because it was just meh to me compared to Kate’s others (which are fantastic).
*I was given a free review copy of the audiobook at my request and have voluntarily left this review. Thank you for allowing me to listen and review the book!