Jurassic Dead

By: Rick Chesler, David Sakmyster

Narrated by: Andrew Tell

An Antarctic research team hoping to study microbial organisms in an underground lake discovers something far more amazing: perfectly preserved dinosaur corpses. After one thaws and wakes ravenously hungry, it becomes apparent that death, like life, will find a way. Environmental activist Alex Ramirez, son of the expedition's paleontologist, came to Antarctica to defend the organisms from extinction, but soon learns that it is the human race that needs protecting.

©2014 Severed Press (P)2015 Rick Chesler and David Sakmyster

Seriously Scary Concept

I went into this book only knowing the title and seeing the cover. Based on that, this book ended up being different from what I expected based on the title alone. I was concerned that it would just be a more gruesome version of Jurassic Park, particularly with the regained popularity of the Michael Crichtons' series. While I do think the title of this book will (hopefully) help bring attention to this book.

This story is definitely more along the lines of horror than adventure. There are multiple villains (seriously evil masterminds), not to mention extraordinarily harsh elements, zombies and dinosaurs! Oh- and zombie dinosaurs. That is a seriously messed up element to even fictionally contend with! I think our authors must have some very hardcore imaginations. I never even would have considered the concept of going where they did with this. Which made it all the more disturbingly scary! I'm excited to share it with my 'little' brother (33) who loved all things dinosaur when we were kids and now likes horror. I think it might ruin his love of dinosaurs...but it's worth it.

I was provided this audiobook at no charge by the writer, publisher or narrator in exchange for an unbiased review.

Sooooooooooooo Dumb

I wasn't expecting a great book with one but I thought it would at least be entertaining. What is it is, is dumb. An inept bumbling talkative CIA agent and a ne'er do well Green Peacer who, miraculously, is a medical genius and who seems to know everything. The narrator's voice was so annoying when voicing Kirkland that I was tempted to skip ahead just to avoid it. I would skip this one.

Thoroughly enjoyable listen!

OK, I have to say that I thoroughly enjoyed this!! I mean zombie dinosaurs!!! How can that not be fun ;) Lol. No really, I did end up enjoying this because I went into it with no expectations and with the idea that this is like those b list horror movies that my parents used to watch! I knew it wouldn't be believable, I knew after reading some of the negative reviews not to expect much, but despite my apprehensions of it being a flop, I really enjoyed it. It grabbed my attention from the very first page and I was hooked the whole way through.

I'm not going to summarize this because I really think it's better not knowing, all I'm going to say is there are zombie freaking dinosaurs in it!!!!! Oh and we have regular old zombies too, but the main attraction is zombie dinosaurs!!!!

The plot, despite being way out there, is fast paced and entertaining. I had a hard time taking out my headphones because I wanted to see what would happen next. At times I was on the edge of my seat waiting to see would the humans make it!!!This would make for a very entertaining movie ;)

The characters were all well written and developed. There wasn't one I disliked and the main character Alex really grew throughout the story. I was rooting for him and Veronica the whole way through.

In all this was an entertaining and quite addictive read! I think if you go into it expecting nothing then you will enjoy it. I am eagerly awaiting book 2 and really hope it comes to audio soon!!!

Andrew Tell was fantastic. He had a range of accents and gave each character their own voice. I had no problem following who was talking and he kept my attention throughout.

Just have fun with it

Would you try another book from Rick Chesler and David Sakmyster and/or Andrew Tell?

I like the narrator and have listened to many of his books

Any additional comments?

I had just finished a long and involving clone love story and wanted a fun book to listen to that wouldn't involve too much thought or emotional involvement. This fit the bill, don't concern yourself with the science, don't fret about the characters, just listen and have fun with it.

OMG!

very good book. good action sequences very attention-grabbing action-adventure. I'm very excited to go to next part of the story.

Fun Summer Read

If you look at the cover art and title think you might like it-- get it. As another reviewer said, don't over think it. Sure there are flaws and a couple of plot holes but overall it was fun. I'll definitely check out future work from this team.

A Motley Crew

Jurassic Dead is a fun, action packed, easy listen, with I think a good dose of humor. I'm not sure if the humor was that intentional, but I did find myself physically smiling at the various situations and results this motley lot of characters got themselves into. Such as Alex's perpetual experiences with aircraft, the absolute worst case of a doctor impersonation possible, and especially the expected outcome of a very short helicopter ride. The story was as other reviewers have mentioned a popcorn read, and I do like that about it. It was a straightforward linear narrative, making it very easy to follow in audio format (some complex stories can get a bit tough in audio format). It'd make a good direct to video or SyFy channel type movie I think. I like the nod (I think) to Jurassic Park with the name of the ship (at least I think that was the intent!). I do love a good dino audiobook (not many about) and this book was actually on my wish list. So I was very happy when I had the opportunity to get this as a review copy. Brilliant luck!

I loved the narration, and found the diction clear, the voices distinguishable, and I never found myself having to "rewind".

In all a good, fun, quick read.

Fun -the audio equivalent of a SciFi Channel movie

This was fun. It was exactly what you'd expect. Rampaging un-dead dinosaurs turning humans into zombies. It reminded me of Saturday afternoons spent watching SciFi channel B movies, such as Sharknado, or Sand Sharks. Unbelievable, low budget, and a really fun time. As has been stated before - the perfect popcorn book. Sit back and enjoy.

The characters are pretty much cardboard, and the story starts right in. There really isn't much introduction into the characters, but frankly, the story gets right to the good parts - the dinosaurs.

The narrator is perfect for this story. He's serious, and slightly over the top. It's a perfect fit for the book, and he's not taking anything too seriously.

A great book to listen to on a road trip!

Chased by a zombie dino!

I was reading for a 3rd time until it was eaten by the cloud monster.

great listen

the book was entertaining and the narrator was great I i really enjoyed it.