Joan of Apocalypse
by Chloe Lukas
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Pub Date Mar 25 2025 | Archive Date Jun 30 2025
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Description
For fans of Fleabag, The Last of Us, and Shaun of the Dead, buckle up for a darkly comedic, adrenaline-pumping thrill ride that delivers apocalyptic chaos, a twisted romance for the ages, and an unforgettable anti-heroine you’ll either want to kill or kiss.
Joan, a struggling actress, is desperate for her first callback after a decade of rejection. When a chance to star alongside Hollywood’s hottest actor finally comes her way, she sees it as her ticket to dump her deadbeat boyfriend and take control of her life. Instead, she finds herself trapped in an underground vault with him during a cringe-worthy listening party for a 1980s glam metal band. As if that weren’t enough, a zombie apocalypse erupts above, throwing the world into chaos.
Indefinitely trapped in the vault, Joan watches her dreams crumble before her eyes. Forced to rely on her wits—and an oddly lethal talent with an ax—she must escape and navigate the deadly world above. Her only ally is Ryan from the party, whose maddeningly good looks complicate everything. As their fragile alliance deepens and secrets unravel, Joan faces more than just her dreams of stardom—she must confront unsettling truths about herself, her growing feelings for Ryan, and the unthinkable, pulling her in unexpected directions.
Bold, original, wickedly funny, and packed with explosive action and unexpected heart, this unconventional love story asks: Is the zombie apocalypse the end—or just the universe’s brutal way of telling Joan she should rethink her acting career?
Available Editions
| EDITION | Ebook |
| ISBN | 9781733317245 |
| PRICE | $9.99 (USD) |
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Featured Reviews
Morgan W, Reviewer
Joan of Apocalypse by Chloe Lukas is exactly the kind of wild, unexpected ride I needed to finish off 2024 on a high note. Described as Fleabag meets Shaun of the Dead, the comparison couldn’t be more spot-on—it hits the nail on the NED (sorry, zombie joke… you'll get it when you read it).
Joan, the protagonist, is an absolute mess in the best possible way. She’s a narcissistic, self-absorbed, delusional, and extremely horny character, yet somehow, I found myself rooting for her every step of the way. The story itself is so outrageous, dark, and, at times, utterly ridiculous, but that's what made it such a blast to read.
One of the highlights for me was Joan’s constant breaking of the fourth wall. Her absurd inner monologue, filled with delusional thoughts while trying to survive a zombie apocalypse, kept me laughing out loud. The humor in this book is dark, but it’s also ridiculously fun. And the side characters? Oh, they add to the chaos—especially Brett, the little pervert I couldn’t help but love.
Joan of Apocalypse is a refreshing and hilarious take on the zombie genre, and I can’t thank NetGalley enough for the early copy. Chloe Lukas crafted a story that kept me laughing from start to finish, and I couldn’t be more grateful for that. If you’re looking for something unapologetically absurd, darkly funny, and filled with heart (in its own twisted way), this one’s a must-read.
Sydney H, Reviewer
I’ve never loved to hate an FMC so much - while also kind of rooting for her?
This book was hilarious and action packed and so delightfully cringe.
I couldn’t put it down and have already started fancasting actors for a potential movie in my head.
Chloe Lukas, the author you are. If you write more books, I will autobuy them. Take all my money.
In the words of April Ludgate, “she’s the worst person I’ve ever met. I want to travel the world with her.”
I also loved how many little things throughout the book were brought full circle/referenced later on. The writing was truly excellent.
Thank you Chloe Lukas and NetGalley for the ARC. I can confidentially say that this is my favorite ARC I’ve read yet (and I don’t know what that says about me)
Paul R, Book Trade Professional
A dark, female-led twist on Shaun of the Dead, this novel is hilariously unique—a refreshing take on the zombie apocalypse genre, which often leans heavily on humanity-focused plots. The story moves at a brisk pace, free from unnecessary filler or padding to meet a word count. I can easily imagine this being adapted into a wild, action-packed hit movie.
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