Deep Shadows

Deep Shadows is a book that is going to make you think. We get to witness what life will probably be like if such a catastrophe were to happen, martial law happens, and it seems no one is like they used to be. There are fires, and explosions, needless death, and everyday fights for survival, and should they stay in their town, or leave and go to where they might survive.

This is a book you won’t be able to put down, and after the last page is turned, you won’t soon forget.

I enjoyed this book, even though, it wasn’t just a fast page turner for me. In spite of that fact though, the story line was captivating, as author Vannetta Chapman takes us on a futuristic journey of solar flares, power outages, and a return to a past way of life.

I enjoyed reading about the way the town pulled together to weather the tragedy. How they got creative with coping and coming up with ways to fill in the gaps. I enjoyed Vannetta’s take on faith and God’s sovereignty in all that happened.

This book ends well, but also leaves a bit of a cliffhanger to encourage you to read number two in the series, which of course I am eagerly awaiting the release of when the time comes.

Let me start by saying this was a very intriguing book. When I opened it I was immediately drawn into the story. The plot is something that I have long worried might happen, the collapse of not only technology, but our very way of life. I know most people believe that it’s an impossibility with all the backups, but let me ask you this what if it did happen? What if you were suddenly without the basic necessities for living?  Scary when you really think of it.

We are introduced to strong, engaging characters that after finishing the book I found myself still thinking about. The plot flows effortlessly and swallowed me heart and soul. I kept putting myself in the story line and thinking “what if.” I could go on and on about how much I loved this book, but I would only be repeating myself. The book has elements of mystery, spine tingling suspense, faith and a mild romance.  I would recommend this book to anyone.

Deep Shadows may very well be Ms. Chapman’s best achievement yet! This dystopian novel is staggering, so realistic that when I laid the book aside, I fully expected conditions from the book to be actual! I was forced to look at the world around me differently, and expected to discover my surroundings as they are described in this powerful novel.

Deep Shadows changed the way I see the world, and the importance of modifications in our lifestyles for self preservation.

I highly recommend Deep Shadows! This is no ordinary story. It is reality fiction at its best, and everyone from young adults to the elderly can relate to the possibilities this powerful novel represents. Impressive!

I have so many thoughts about this book I’m having trouble deciding which one to express first. When I first heard about this book and realized that one of my fave authors had switched genres, I absolutely knew I had to get a copy. Chapman’s writing is just THAT good and Deep Shadows became one of my most anticipated reads of the year!!

And of course, I love that cover! I was NOT disappointed and I even had the silly notion that I could read the first few chapters and go to bed when starting this book, DIDN’T happen….I was falling asleep but I read the first 40 pages before being able to put the book away. Chapman went to a whole new level in writing this book and it pulled me in from the start. I’ve read dystopian/apocalyptic books before, but the difference with Chapman is that she gives a realistic situation with hope and you REALLY get to love the characters whether you agree with them or not.

This book definitely makes you think, but it’s not a sad story like I thought it would be. This was an intense story, but it was done with hope, faith, and realism. I was truly amazed by the details the author considers in creating this story.

I’m a sensitive reader, but I highly recommend this book for those who enjoy dystopian stories. Chapman’s writing style is very unique and you won’t be disappointed!