Rot and Ruin
Rot and Ruin
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Post-apocalyptic California
2010
12-18 years
Super Short Summary
Rot and Ruin by Jonathan Maberry is a post-apocalyptic novel where a teenager named Benny Imura navigates a world overrun by zombies. Training with his bounty hunter brother, Tom, Benny learns survival skills and encounters moral dilemmas. The story explores themes of family, bravery, and humanity. It's the first book in the Benny Imura series.
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
Rot and Ruin by Jonathan Maberry is praised for its well-developed characters and gripping plot that combines action with emotional depth. Critics appreciate Maberry’s skillful world-building and exploration of themes like survival and morality. However, some find the pacing uneven and the dialogue occasionally clichéd. Overall, it’s a compelling read for fans of dystopian fiction.
Who Should Read Rot and Ruin?
Readers who enjoy The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins or The Maze Runner by James Dashner will be captivated by Jonathan Maberry's Rot and Ruin. This book appeals to young adults who love post-apocalyptic survival stories, strong character development, and thrilling, action-packed plots.
Rot & Ruin by Jonathan Maberry was not only a success among young adult readers but also won several awards, including the 2011 Bram Stoker Award for Best Young Adult Novel.
The novel is part of a larger series called the "Benny Imura Series," which expands the post-apocalyptic world with additional books and novella-length stories.
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Jonathan Maberry, the author of Rot & Ruin, is a prolific writer known for exploring different genres, and his work often blends horror, science fiction, and thriller elements.
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Novel • Fiction
Post-apocalyptic California
2010
12-18 years
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