Frenzy Island

FRENZY ISLAND is a breathtaking, nonstop, Science Fiction Horror which may well upend your worldview! Since I first saw it mentioned, I 've been desperate to read it, and the novel lived up to its promise, as I raced through it in one day, dropping everything else. It's also efficiently clued in on today's culture of misinformation, disinformation, and outright deception and wool-pulling over the eyes of the "untutored" masses. As a famous long-running SciFi series taught us, "Trust No One."

When refugees fleeing their home country land on an island in Africa deadwood has given anything to go back home. What they were faced with would take the lives moments after arriving and although song would live a little longer only two sisters and a baby would survive the whole time. When a pirate taken seven refugees to South Africa ran in to a hurricane they were lucky to land on an island or at least that’s what they thought. Moments after arriving they were faced with 7 foot tall blue men who were ravenous for blood. After Ethee told her sister Gordy to run they Took off for the woods. When they looked back they could see the blue creatures ripping the companions throat out with their teeth. They made it all the way to a high Rockwall but when Gordy was handing the baby down so she too could climb off-the-wall she fell and dislodged her shoulder. Etsy was a nurse but there was no time to fix it the creatures were coming in they had to find safety. Finally they came to an underground bunker The only problem was there was a code to get in and while Gordy press buttons in the creatures fast approached they thought they were doing but at the last minute the door miraculously opened. Little did Gordie and FC no with someone on the other side of the world in Arizona was watching them in eventually they would be their only hope. This was such a good book the drama was high The action with fluid and the twist seem to pop up right at the correct time. The only negative I hear about this book and this is a big one is the throughout the book they use blasphemy and I know this isn’t high on many peoples do not do list but it’s Number one on mine. To me that is disrespectful is is calling gay people the F word all African-Americans the N-word. You don’t have to be homosexual to respect those who are so why can’t you respect people‘s religious choices. Sorry for the rant that just really upsets me I mean the whole time reading this book I kept cringing at the use of our Lords name in vain. I mean if an author can you think of other words to use then we’re all doomed. I would’ve given this book 5 stars but due to the time I spent cringing I’m only giving it four stars. It really is a good book in the surprises or OMG moments especially Victor. I received this book from NetGalleyShelf and the publisher but I am leaving this review voluntarily please forgive any mistakes as I am blind and dictate my review.

This was an enjoyable read with plenty of action and tension. The story itself is about two women and a baby who shipwreck upon an island after hitching a boat ride as refugees trying to get to South Africa when a hurricane occurs.

This island is not at all as it should be and has been used by an evil corporation to conduct experiments. The story contains blue men zombies, aliens, space ships, descriptions of carnage and death along with some political bashing that probably wasnt needed.

Its a fun book and written and paced well. I enjoyed how it all wrapped up making me think there could possibly be a sequel? If you like trashy sci fi horror this is for you.

Frenzy Island

[Blurb goes here]

First, and just to clarify: Jurassic Park *does not* meet Contact in this Sci-Fi - Horror Mashup. I have no idea who comes up with these 'call-to-action' tag lines...this one, like so many others I've encountered, is way off the mark. This story stands all on its own, no need for 'name dropping.'

This is the second novel by Richard E. Rock., the first one, 'Deep Level,' was really good, but had its share of mistakes. Understandable, since it was the author's first book.

I've read my fair share of 'first times,' most relying on two or three experts to make things better. It seemed to me at the time, that the author confidently thought, there was no need for any of that (I'm just guessing here, and for that I apologize,) but more on that later...

A group of refugees get stranded on an island north of Madagascar, a blessing, since the ship they where in, capsized during a storm. As they set foot on the island, they're attacked by seven feet tall, frenzied, blue, naked humanoids. Two sisters carrying a baby, flee from the scene, chased by a couple of creatures, while the rest of the survivors get killed by the zombie-like monsters. Soon the sisters find their way into a compound, property of SpaceWurd. The monsters, a few steps behind them. A closed door between their attackers and safety.

On the other side of the world, in SpaceWurd's Spaceport (Arizona), Cynthia, a fun and lovable character, lets the two sisters into the complex. What ensues is a very well thought out, interesting, and fast paced adventure, that jumps back and forward between Cynthia and the two sisters.

Going into Frenzy Island, I expected that experience had taught the author not to make the same mistakes again. It didn't. While I loved the story (I can't stress this enough,) I couldn't help but notice that those earlier 'Deep Level' errors where still there: the undeveloped writing, the lack of a good editor, and the unfrequent (albeit a bit annoying) grammar mistakes.

Just like in the after mentioned book, this story shoots like an arrow from the beginning. You're rooting for the likable characters to succeed. And just like in 'Deep Level,' some sixty percent into the book, you get exciting new revelations, but the way they're portrayed dissipates the earlier tension and dread. The sisters, seemingly safe. The blue monsters, at bay. It all winds down. Don't get me wrong, it is still very interesting and imaginative, but without the tension and anxiety brought on by the first part, the second one feels lacking.

Now, does this book deserves a four star rating? I think it does, and let me tell you why: it was a fun, exciting read. A novel adventure. The characters, all likable and not too different from you and I.

Is it perfect? No. I would think is up to the author to fix what's broken.

Thank you for the advanced copy!

I really did enjoy this fast paced, never ending adrenalin, and spectacular story. Richard E. Rock is a great writer that can fill you with hope and dread by the magic of his words.

This story is about two sisters, Esperance and Godriva, stranded on an island that once held science experiments with detrimental consequences. Both sisters try to survive this harsh environment and find a way off the island. With the help from Cynthia, an employee of the company who owns this island, they are assisted in trying to leave the island before disaster strikes the island again.

The last 50% of this story was so fast paced and exhilarating. I found myself invested in finding out how this could all end. Boy was I impressed and now I must now what comes next. I need to know what happens!!

Thank you #NetGalley and Cranthorpe Millner Publishers for letting me read and review #FrenzyIsland by Richard E. Rock.

Where to begin with Frenzy Island.

A fantastic cover, an appealing premise, likeable characters, interesting backstories…

There were some parts I didn’t like as much; at times it dragged along or there was too much down time between actually interesting events.

The aspect of the courageous refugee sisters & baby being trapped on the island with mutated savages was awesome in itself, but then the author throws in more bizarre twists that I wasn’t a huge fan of.

Definitely give this book a chance, it is such a unique concept.

Thank you to NetGalley, the author, and Cranthorpe Millner Publishers for a copy.