Purgatory Rising: A companion book to the APEX Predator Series
A companion novel featuring veterans fighting a zombie outbreak in a college classroom.
The plot begins with Paul, an Iraq war veteran struggling with mental health issues. He visits Terrance Westergart, a collage history professor and fellow soldier. The visit occurs after Paul experiences a night filled with guilt and despair. Terrance invites him to sit in on a lecture. The class is interrupted by phone alerts warning of an active shooter. The threat proves to be the risen dead. These corpses attack and corrupt the living. Paul and Terrance take responsibility for the students in their care. They must rely on their military background to survive the initial chaos. The narrative explores how trauma intersects with sudden supernatural violence.
This 2016 publication by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform sits within the modern indie horror market. It blends military experiences with gothic supernatural elements, reflecting contemporary anxieties about war trauma and societal collapse.
📝 Description: Purgatory Rising: A companion book to the APEX Predator Series
💎 Our verdict on Purgatory Rising: A companion book to the APEX Predator Series
📖 Why choose it
Why this book is worth reading
Readers interested in the psychological aftermath of war will find this companion volume compelling. It offers a unique perspective where military discipline meets supernatural chaos, appealing to those who enjoy stories about veterans coping with trauma through action. The narrative explores how combat experience provides survival skills against an undead threat, making it ideal for fans of tactical horror. Those seeking light romance or non-fiction history should look elsewhere. This book serves readers who appreciate the breakdown of social order and the resilience of the human spirit under extreme duress. It is a targeted recommendation for enthusiasts of dark fantasy and true crime adjacent narratives.
⭐ Reader reviews
Reader rating
Glyn Gardner effectively merges military fiction with supernatural horror, creating a tense atmosphere where PTSD intersects with sudden zombie violence. The dynamic between Paul and Terrance anchors the narrative, offering a grounded view of survival amidst chaos. The story excels in depicting the immediate danger and the reliance on combat experience for protection. It suits readers who appreciate psychological depth alongside apocalyptic action. While not suitable for those seeking historical non-fiction or romance, it delivers a focused exploration of trauma and resilience. The tone remains serious and urgent, appealing to fans of tactical horror and veteran-centric narratives.
