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“If anything, global response to the Rising only confirmed something that many Australians had quietly believed for quite some time: If forced to live in Australia for a year, most of the world's population would simply curl up in a fetal ball and die of terror.”

Quote by Mira Grant

Book:Rise - The Complete Newsflesh Collection
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Rise - The Complete Newsflesh Collection

This collection includes all the novels in the Newsflesh series, exploring themes of media manipulation, societal decay, and the resilience of the human spirit in a world overwhelmed by the undead. more

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Mira Grant
Mira Grant

Mira Grant is an American author known for her works in science fiction and horror. Her novels often blend political satire with elements of science fiction, earning her a dedicated fan base. more

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