This story is something different for once, the reader doesn't get the typical, post-apocalyptic/dystopian zombie story but other kinds of monsters.

I also loved the relationship between Cia and Boy, and how his autism was written and made their journey sometimes difficult. It was also in those moments that Cia's resourcefulness shined and I really liked how she treated Boy even after they just met.

Overall, I enjoyed this book and am curious as to where Cia's story is going.

Thank you to the publisher and Netgalley for this eARC.

I found myself unable to put this book down. It's a great book to read when you have a couple hours to spare. It kept me on the edge of my seat. The relationship between Boy and Cia was really well developed, and I liked the interactions between characters. They were believable and made you want to learn more about the characters.

I really liked how fast paced everything was; there wasn't a single dull moment to be had. I would've liked the book to have a different ending with a more permanent solution, but that's just me.

this was a good read, I enjoyed everyone coming together and surviving this wasteland. It was a good horror book and I really enjoyed reading it.

After the Devil Has Won is a fantastic horror book. Great characters and storyline. Well written. I would read more by this author.

Post-apocalyptic literature generally all follow the same blueprint. So, it is for that reason, I nearly did not bother to try this book. I was planning to take a rest from those books for a while. However, this book made me glad I decided to try one more.

After The Devil Has Won focuses on a world ravaged by creatures from hell. Cia is seventeen years old and solely responsible for Boy, an autistic boy, whose parents were killed by one of the hellish beasts. There are four different kinds of creatures; Masketes, Thorals, Liskers and Wasters. They all attack in different ways, but, the end result is the same. Whoever they target is killed and eaten. Cia has learnt how to keep her and Boy alive against the odds. However, one day they are separated due to a monster attack. Cia desperately fights to get back to him, because, without her, Boy will surely die. Getting back to him is virtually impossible, but, Cia is determined to find her way back to him.

I liked the change of the typical post-apocalyptic story. This had a different feel to the other books in this genre I read. The racism was an interesting addition, considering the times we’re living in now. That is an exceedingly sensitive issue, which many authors tend to try to sweep under the rug. However, Rick Wood included it in his book without sugarcoating it. That was quite admirable of him as it made the story more real.

The character development was well done. Cia was willing to risk her life for Boy, which I found quite touching. Boy was so sweet and vulnerable, I found myself praying that nothing happened to him. My one issue was with a very disturbing deed Cia did. I was left at the end of the book trying to justify what she had done, and being unable to.

The dialog between characters was well done. I have found that many writers tend to write very good stories, which are spoilt by poorly written conversations. That was definitely not the case here. The author had the knack of revealing many key plot points, without being too obvious about it.

The scenes were described wonderfully. Stories in which I could feel as I am part of the surroundings looking on are my favorite. This did not disappoint. The plot was also well executed and unique enough that it stood out from the rest of the cliched dystopian books.

There was a lot of violence within this book, some of it being sexual. There were very gruesome descriptions of mutilations which took part. Because of this, I recommend that adult audiences read this book. If blood and gore makes you squeamish, you should think twice about reading this book. That also applies to sexual violence. As I said before, I am still trying to come to terms with what Cia did. Hopefully, it will be justified further on in the series.

I received a copy of this book in exchange for my honest review. Thank you NetGalley.

I was a tad bummed I couldn't download a kindle version, as that's highly preferred.. but.. on to the book itself.

great characters and unique storyline. i loved the dynamic between cia and boy. the author portrayed autism well too!

I was thrilled to snag this title after having read all of Rick Wood's Edward King series and, as suspected, I am captivated by Cia Rose.
Cia Rose was just a child when the devil won and demons came up from below the earth. After surviving alone for years she finds "Boy" an autistic 11 year old and his need for her gives her life a purpose at last. As Cia and Boy make their way through a forest littered with body parts and populated with monsters they find that their bond grows. Boy is all that matters to Cia. When circumstances seperate them Cia will do anything to get back to him. Throughout the book are elements of class, racism, elitism, cowardice and there is even some empathy for the creatures here and there. Now I'm off to go find book number 2, as I am hooked on yet another Rick Wood series.
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