Wow this book was INTENSE. I don't usually read many post apocalyptic books so I can't compare it to anything but if your want a book that makes you sit at the edge of your seat and jump at the slightest noise then this is the book for you. You don't really get an explanation for how this whole virus thing came to be but I sort of liked it. The ending was definitely incomplete, but I can't wait for the next installment to be made.
*warning* this is an very graphic book when it comes to gore.

4.5 Stars.

You ever have that experience with a book when something totally unexpected happens and you kind of just have to put the book down and sit there and have a wtf moment?

I've done that a couple of different times with this book.

First and Foremost, this book is terrifying. Not in the way of monsters, or murders, or generally terrible people; but the Virus/Plague in this book is truly scary. The way the virus affects humans and the way its transferred and not knowing how/if there is any way to survive was enough to make me not want to be in their shoes. I actually had a nightmare the first night I read the book. Thanks for that Alex Scarrow.

Secondly, the characters in this book are very real, and well developed; and let's face it, my heart breaks for them. Everyone knows that the main character is bound to experience loss in an apocalyptic world. multiple times. And Leon is no exception to that. Leon is a pretty typical teenage boy who had to do a lot of growing up within the pages of this book. With a dad that's not in the same country when everything goes down, he definitely steps up to take care of his mom and sister. He is also pretty smart and resourceful considering he is the one discovering most of what they know about the virus throughout the book. His mom was a just that, a mom that did anything and everything she could to keep her children safe even though she had no idea what was going on; and of course every older brother needs a younger sister that always knows better. Enter Grace, a spirited little girl, who even though she tries to come off as confident and brave, still needs her older brother at the end of the day.
Let's face it, every book also needs a character to hate, and they do such a good job at making us do just that. Dave....what a creep. An egotistical, no moral having, degrading meat head. Ewh.

Going into this book, I expected it to be like most apocalyptic novels. I was pleasantly surprised when it proved me very wrong. This book has kept me guessing around every corner. I got angry and scared and so forlorn throughout the book. I highly suggest Plague Land to anyone and everyone who doesn't have a weak stomach. Such an amazing book, and I can't wait to see what more this author has to offer.

A deeply disturbing novel about life after a pandemic virus. Convincingly written and clearly well researched, I find this story preying on my mind despite having begun a new book. I am torn between reading the next in the series to find out what happens next, and being afraid to do the same! Highly recommend this book for those interested in genomics.

I love a good apocalypse. I enjoyed this book and think my students will also. The "grossness" will definitely appeal to my boys!

Excellent book. Great main characters and a real page turner. I loved the plot and would recommend this book.

"Plague Land" is a really intense YA horror that kept the twists and surprises coming. The book begins as we follow several people in short stories as they experience the start of the end of the world- a new virus has descended and is affecting all life on earth with ruthless efficiency and speed. Most stories receive just a chapter as we quickly see the plague ruin their lives. This device was incredibly useful and really gave us a full experience of the development and spread. We keep flashing back to Leon, who becomes our main character. As the book continues, we eventually begin to stay almost exclusively with Leon, his mother, and his sister, Grace.

I also found it extremely interesting that we see some of the perspective of the virus/plague itself, which gives us a bigger picture of how it grows and spreads, as well as how it evolves. The book is truly horrifying with graphic descriptions of horrific deaths and troubles. This book is not for the faint of heart, and it was so disturbing at times that I was surprised it was listed as YA. There is also attempted rape at one point, which I mention for people who would want to be warned. There is also main character death and suicide/murder in the book. This is so much more than a dystopian novel, which was what I was expecting- it's intense and something all of its own- almost a prequel to a dystopian world as we see where it all begins and how it develops. Each Part of the book is almost a different world entirely, and it's really quite a unique book!

I don't want to say too much about it to avoid spoilers, because this book was constantly shocking me with all the new twists in the plot and story- it's a roller coaster of emotions with surprises around every corner. The author has put a lot of thought into the book, and it's really well written. It's not an easy read, but wow, it's quite the book! The end absolutely shocked me also, and it has a bit of a cliff-hanger, so I am overflowing with curiosity to see this continued! I would limit this to older teens and adults due to the things I mention above, but if you are into thrillers, I would highly recommend it!

Please note that I received an ARC from the publisher through netgalley. All opinions are my own.

Very rarely does a book give me the feeling I get when watching a disaster/dystopian/apocalypse movie or show. This book did. It hooked me from the start. The action was intense at times and at others a slow ooze that still set me on edge. You really felt the fear that Leon and Grace felt. The descriptions of the "plague" and how it was evolving were well done although I did have to reread a couple passages to get the idea. It did not end on a cliffhanger but an open end. This was my first by the author but definitely not my last. I received a free ebook in exchange for an honest review.

A quick, terrifying read. I really hope this is the start of a series as I'm desperate to know what happens next! I love this type of story and this was a new twist on it that I hadn't seen before. I'll have trouble sleeping for a while now - the sign of a really good read!
I loved the characters - often a problem in books like this as they don't all make it out!- and I was constantly surprised by what happened next, I rarely guessed it, especially towards the end.
I'll be looking forward to this coming into stock. Thank you for the opportunity to read it.

Plague Land is about a Pandemic which starts in South Africa, but within days travels throughout the world. We follow Leon, our main character, his sister Grace and their mother as they grow aware of the pandemic and try to leave London for someplace safer. While the books spans seven months, the majority of the book is dedicated tot he first few days. It is hard for me to go into too much detail about this book without giving away important twisty details. They do meet other survivors along the way which allows for the reader to learn why some people are "immune" to the "plague." I read this book in the course of a day, so yes it was fast moving and the writing style was easy to follow and engaging. The story line was unique, in my opinion. I guess the one downside was the ending seemed to be lacking. I feel there could have been more. Again, I cannot go into too much detail and not give away plot. I am giving this a 3 start rating. Maybe 3.5. Just wish the ending had more to it.

I love end of the world books and this one was amazing! At first this book made it seem that the end of the world was going to end through a plague that was airborne and would liquefy your body. However, then the book took a twist. I am not going to reveal the twist, but I was hooked!
There are small bands of survivors that survived because they were taking pain killers. They must band together to stop the plague and to survive. But what happens if one of their own is not who they think?
Such a great book! A new and refreshing twist on the end of the world books!

Given the dates on some of the reviews (lol and the fact that the word 'remade' is present on the Amazon page), I'm assuming this is a reworking of an older novel.

I didn't read the original (pre-remade) version, so can't comment on any changes or improvements.

I can only tell you that this is a slam bang of a pandemic novel. It's intense, gory, and heartbreaking.

The author gives and actual reason behind the pandemic. Okay, it's not my favorite reason, but it works and the author puts some very unexpected spins on it.

Sudden cliffhanger ending, but I am anxious to read the next book!

Wow!! Just Wow!!!
If you plan on reading this book I suggest you curl up in your favourite spot and put a hold on your life for the time it takes you to get to the last page. You will not be able to tear your eyes from the pages!!! When you get to the end you will want more!!! There are some very vivid gory descriptions in this book and one scene in particular involving Grace that, I think, would be very upsetting for younger readers
Leon, his sister Grace and their mom are trying to establish new lives in a new country after a divorce. So life is stressful enough for them without having to worry about news coming out of Africa about a devastating virus. After a phone call from his dad in America, Leon and his family flee the city looking for safety only to be confronted with the horrifying results of the virus. Can they survive and what will it take?
If you love Stephen King, Bentley Little or Dean Koontz, this should be right up your alley!
This is the first book by Alex Scarrow that I have read and I will definitely be looking for more of his work!!

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I got this book, not really sure what to expect, if it was apocalyptic, or horror, zombies or teen, or adult, or what. I tried not to read reviews before I started, but when I clicked to read the blurb and set my status as currently reading, some "horror and gore" caught my eye.

I enjoyed this book, I really did. I even loved when it went to the point of view of the plague. I liked how it was all horror and gore, and then sciency with words like keratin and stuff. I like it gives the science a huge boost of fun. I do kinda wish there were more survival type stuff. More worries such as "theres an unlimited supply of food, medicines, etc, right now, but with the population, no chance of factories and medications being reproduced, etc" I like survival apocalyptic stuff too. but I think we'd get too bogged down by stuff, the book had a little bit of gore, I didn't think enough gore that it was gross, but I think it was both dark and light mixed with a bit of humour in it, and it would keep a teen interested. I'm looking forward to book 2

My only one problem with this book is I think my life experiences and my occupation. I work in the medical field, cardiology more specifically, and the number of people that take aspirin on a daily basis, is a really high. also pillheads, so many pillheads out there. I think that the whole painkiller thing was eye rolling because there would have been a LOT more survivors out there, and a great number of them in either the geriatric age group, or cardiac group, or even health nuts that take aspirin just in case, and then you'll have the seedy shady group that live every day by shooting up, snorting, taking pills of every variety, and with how bad painkillers are being abused