Our Rating:
Age Group:
Adults
Genre:
Fiction, Post-Apocalyptic Horror
Weep: The Irish Epidemic by Eoin Brady
Mr. Brady brings readers along on a brutal yet relatable journey along the eastern coast of Ireland, filled with moments of fun, desperation, and tension. The narrative will have you eagerly flipping pages to see how each set piece concludes, while simultaneously making you hesitant to turn the next page, fearing what it might hold.
Eoin does a fantastic job of putting readers in the shoes of the unlikely protagonist, Fin. You’ll find yourself wondering what you’d do in similar circumstances, with no one but yourself to rely on. Fin is no hero by any standard—just an ordinary citizen thrust into rural Ireland, early in the throes of an epidemic that can’t be mitigated with a mask or a jab.
As the infected population burns with fever and descends into madness, Fin is forced to make snap decisions and question his morality at every turn. Desperate to return to his family, he faces the difficult choice of leaving those he meets along the way to fend for themselves or staying to support the remaining survivors.
This gripping tale is a masterful blend of suspense and moral complexity, offering readers an immersive experience that will leave them contemplating their own choices in such dire circumstances. Brady’s storytelling prowess shines through, making this a must-read for fans of intense, thought-provoking fiction.