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The Second Great Mortality
The Second Great Mortality is a tale of Pestilence, warfare, and un-death. It represents the first full-length work of fiction by Lonnie Colson. Proceeds from its sale will directly contribute to his jousting addiction.
Medieval Zombies!
Even an occasional fan of the zombie genre has at least once in their life wondered if they could survive a growing horde of the hungry dead. In his novel, Lonnie offers a fresh take on the modern zombie story by taking the reader back to a time when sword, armor, and honor were all a man had to protect himself and those he loved.
The Second Great Mortality: A tale of Pestilence, war, and un-death in Medieval England.
Available now in Trade Paperback and eBook.
Released: May 2, 2016
The year is 1436. Sir Richard de Colleville is out hunting with his son when their hounds come upon a pale stranger savagely gnawing the neck of a fawn. Thinking the stranger deranged or simply starving, Richard’s men intervene only to be viciously attacked. What seemed an isolated incident in the forest spurs a deadly turn of events when Richard learns that the man’s corpse bears the unmistakable signs of Plague. Richard tries to allay people’s fears that the Great Mortality is returned to Gloucester, but these fears soon prove true when someone within the manor walls exhibits symptoms. Fear then gives way to unspeakable horror once the true nature of this Pestilence is revealed. As lord of the land, Richard has a responsibility to protect his villagers and tenants, but how can he protect them from the invisible hand of death? Worse yet, how can he protect the survivors—including his wife and daughters—from the victims?
Unlike the classic medieval tales of yore, this novel explores what would have happened had the Great Plague carried more than just buboes and death. It offers a fresh take on the modern zombie story by taking the reader back to a time when sword, armor, and honor were all a man had to protect himself and those he loved.
Reviews for The Second Great Mortality
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Zombies During The Plague
Love love love this book. I'm halfway through and I'm blown away by not only the action,but the author's attention to detail. I can tell he's done his research because he refers to medieval weapons by their real names. I find myself looking up the names he mentions because I don't know what they are. Also, he writes in the ignorance of the people of that time as to their understanding of what caused the Plague (they had ridiculous theories). Besides these details, it's a great action packed book. Instead of zombies chasing gun-toting Americans, we have clashes in open fields between knights and medieval foot soldiers vs. zombies. For a book written in 2016, I can't believe I'm the first person to write a review here in 2020. If you like zombie/EOW type scenarios and period pieces, give this book a try. Fantastic. Would make a great film or series for instant streaming. -- "yarnspinner" Customer"
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Zombies vs. medieval soldiers, what more do you want?
Fantastic read. Chivalrous knights and archers vs. zombies. Plenty of action; and the author just conveyed a great sense of these times and what life would've been like back then. On an off-the-wall note; I loved the type size and font of this book. Large enough for my old eyes and the style (I don't know what it's called) of lettering was great. I think this book would make a phenomenal movie are streaming series. I cannot stop reading it I'm so enthralled.. -- "Dougie S."
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An engaging novel that combines the best of the horror and medieval fantasy genres
An engaging novel that combines the best of the horror and medieval fantasy genres. A relatable protagonist struggles to keep his kingdom and family from falling victim to the undead, and there is conflict from both inside and outside the walls of Colleville. The tension is amped up into a frantic conclusion that leaves you wanting more. -- "Robert S."
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2 Thumbs up!!!
I am a fan of The Walking Dead, and anything medieval... The author did a great job blending the two genres together. The book reads very easily, and has a great pace that carries through until the end. All in all, brilliant! —- "James K."
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I really enjoyed this book
I really enjoyed this book. I do not ordinarily enjoy zombie type books but this one really kept my interest. The author did a great job and was very knowledgeable regarding the time period, dress and weaponry of the time. I would definately recommend this book. —- "Sharon C."
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Five Stars
Loved it! -- "Aaron T."
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MUST READ
Amazing book! Great story and very well written. One of the best books I have read in a long time. Felt like I was right there fighting along side them. —- "Amazon Customer"
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Post-Mortem Thriller
The best historical fiction books are almost believable. In this case, blending zombies with the Black Plague. In the year 1436, knight Sir Richard de Colleville of Gloucester and his family are set upon by a ravaging disease that turns its victims into undead monsters. What starts out as a strange, single incident quickly unfolds in a horrific nightmare where Sir Richard and his men are desperately trying to keep their families and villagers safe from the claws of death. The terror seems to be brought so much closer when understanding that these men aren't fighting zombies with shotguns or bombs like we would today, simply because they can't. It makes the conflict that much more raw and fearful. This causes both the characters and reader to be drown closer to the undead The author writes in such a drawn closer to the undead. The author writes in such a way that it is as if he himself is standing in Sir Richard's boots. As the reader, you are seeing what he's seeing, hearing what he's hearing, and all in incredible vivid detail. It's like watching a movie. That's a skill not all writers possess. The reader is dropped into the heat of battle with man vs. monster and is buffeted about along with Sir Richard. In contrast, you feel the tense stillness within the manor walls while waiting with bated breath for danger to strike from around the next corner... -- "LD."
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Awesome book! Picked it up and couldn't stop reading
Amazing book! Great story and very well written. One of the best books I have read in a long time. Eelt like I was right there fighting along side them. —- "Walter O."
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Knights of the Round Table meets The Walking Dead!
Full of vivid descriptions that take you to the English countryside and great zombie slashing details. The historical accuracy is impressive. -- "Owen's Soon"
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Knyghtly Armes is dedicated to the publication of historical fiction and supernatural horror titles set against a well-researched medieval backdrop and featuring a member of the knightly class as a principal character.
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