Review: A fast paced, fun, quick read
Rating: 4 out of 5
Date: 11 2, 2013
The Breadwinner, book one in an anticipated trilogy, is the debut novel by Stevie Kopas. I love when I get the opportunity to read an apocalyptic book written from a female perspective. At only 139 pages, Kopas manages to write a complete story line with believable and relatable characters. Don't be fooled by it's length, The Breadwinner delivered on it's promise to leave readers wanting more, but still successfully tells a captivating tale.The Breadwinner begins post outbreak, bringing us into the remnants of a collapsed society. Samson, the main protagonist, is a lawyer and family man. His wife Moira, a petulant and demanding gold digger,  portrays qualities that would land her the lead role in The Real Housewives of the Undead TV show (should anyone ever consider creating this of course). Samson is forced to defend and provide for his family against not only the undead, but the living.Veronica, a teenage girl who survived in the city against all odds, is forced to grow up fast and defend herself as her world crumbles around her. Kopas does an exceptional job of giving readers a realistic and emotional journey through Veronica's eyes. While the story is told in real time, Kopas successfully conveys the events leading up to present time using memories and flash backs. Often times when I read a story laid out like this I find the space-time continuum gets jumbly and confusing. (Don't get me started on the space-time continuum, it really messes with my head, I'm just too analytical to not go crazy)While clearly a zombie read, The Breadwinner's biggest achievement is its rich character development and the emotional ride in which readers embark upon. Veronica is a brilliant character and quickly becomes (at least for this reader) the most intriguing part of the story.The Breadwinner is a fast-paced, fun, quick read that you wont want to put it down. Impeccably edited, this book will leave you eagerly anticipating the next release in the trilogy.Visit [...] for The Bookie Monster's entire review