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Deadline

Mira Grant
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Deadline

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2011

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Mira Grant

Deadline

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2011
Book Details
Pages

584

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Fantasy

Horror & Suspense

Science Fiction
Setting

United States • Near Future

Publication Year

2011

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Deadline by Mira Grant follows a person named Shaun Mason who ventures into a world where zombies are a constant threat. As a journalist, Shaun investigates conspiracies surrounding the virus that causes zombie outbreaks, seeking truths hidden by powerful organizations. The story explores themes of survival, media influence, and ethical dilemmas amid a post-apocalyptic landscape.

Suspenseful

Mysterious

Dark

Gritty

Reviews & Readership

4.1

27,046 ratings

78%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Deadline by Mira Grant receives praise for its fast-paced plot and strong character development, maintaining suspense from start to finish. The book's exploration of media ethics and its vivid portrayal of a post-apocalyptic world are particularly noted. However, some critics find the narrative occasionally bogged down by technical details. Overall, it's a compelling sequel in the Newsflesh series.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Deadline?

Readers who enjoy Deadline by Mira Grant are fans of science fiction thrillers with a journalistic edge. They appreciate the post-apocalyptic themes, similar to World War Z by Max Brooks, and the blend of suspense and political intrigue found in works like The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins.

4.1

27,046 ratings

78%

Loved it

17%

Mixed feelings

5%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

584

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Fantasy

Horror & Suspense

Science Fiction
Setting

United States • Near Future

Publication Year

2011

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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