Flesh Paperback – December 10, 2012

I'm constantly on the lookout for books that are addicting. Page-turning. Unputdownable. Books that keep me up at night. That make me question my own reality since my imagination is lost within the world of the author's creation. These kinds of books make me yearn to cancel all my appointments and responsibilities and simply read the day away.Flesh by Kylie Scott is that kind of story. It was compelling. Well-written. The characters came alive. There was so much emotion and I loved how well the dialogue was written. There were moments of humor as well as despair. I had to keep turning the pages to find out what happened next. As soon as I finished it, I wanted to go back and start reading it over again. In fact, I did go back and re-read passages. I just couldn't help myself. I didn't want to say good-bye to the characters. Not, yet. It was too soon. Well, it didn't help that I read the book in less than 2 days. I would have read it in one, but I have four kids to feed and care for. If I didn't, you can be sure I would have done nothing but read all day. It was really that good.I connected immediately with Ali. This would have been me in an apocalypse. Caring for my neighbors until all went to hell and then hiding in the attic. Oh, yeah. I would have hid, no doubt about it. I can only hope that I'd find someone like Daniel in a time like that.Daniel was ecstatic to find another person in a world filled with zombies. It didn't matter that she was pointing a gun at him. He was just so happy to find out that he wasn't alone.After that, the story consisted of Daniel's pursuit of Ali. His one goal was to keep her safe, no matter what. And to get in her pants. Well, they were the only two left for all he knew. It didn't take long for Ali to be persuaded by Daniel's seduction. I don't think I could have resisted either. Daniel might have been persistent and a tad bit overbearing, but he was adorably in love. Protective, passionate and considerate.Even when Finn came along, Daniel's thoughts were on Ali. How to keep her safe. Adding Finn to the mix would benefit her.Finn was so different from Daniel, and although it was a bit rocky at times, it was so sweet how accepting they all were of each other. I loved the dialogue between these three. The things they were willing to do for each other. To keep everyone alive. To find love. Happiness.The love scenes in this book were incredibly tender. I don't think I've read many other books that had this level of intimacy and raw emotion. It was beautifully written.Finding love during an apocalypse is a feat, for sure. But finding two hot guys willing to sacrifice themselves to keep the woman they love safe... Well, that is a very sexy romance indeed.Recommended for readers of post-apocalyptic romances, reverse harem romances, steamy sweet romances, and fans of The Walking Dead who want more love, romance and hope in their zombie-filled post-apocalyptic world.This book includes harsh language and graphic scenes. Which is frankly one of the reasons I wanted to read it.Also, a side note, for whatever reason, if this book was made into a movie, I could see Karl Urban playing Daniel. I don't know exactly how this popped into my head while I was reading, but there it is.

The last post-apocalyptic book I read was A Canticle for Leibowitz back in the dawn of time. This is my first time for Zombie's. Unless you count seeing Shaun of the Dead on TV. So why did I even pick it up. It was a case of 'Interesting Author' whose work is respected by another 'Interesting Author' who's writing I just love.Soooo. Here I am with a Zombie book. The only familiar thing is the locale, Brisbane. Though the uburbs have never been infested with the walking dead in my experience. They keep that to late night in the Valley and along the Mall in the City centre. (Some people may debate those points. Go for it.)I tiptoed into the experience with a certain amount of trepidation. How do you politely tell someone you've actually met, your book was um...*searches for euphemisms* quite interesting.I wonder if Kylie Scott sensed this ambivalence. Because what happened when I started reading? She grabbed me by the scruffed up shirt with both hands and sucked me right in.In moments I was inside Ali's life, experiencing the brain-numbing fear of being infected by the tragically grim citizens of Brisbane. The emotional see-saw of meeting someone else not infected but too afraid to trust had me engaged instantly. Because we know that just because you aren't a zombie doesn't necessarily make you a good guy. Hold that thought for later.Meeting Daniel is where we find Ali. This is the start of Ali's new life because she's just been holed up in a ceiling for the last couple of months. Zombies can't climb. Another useful tip for the zombie apocalypse.The world building is well done. It is familiar but different. Ordinary, unspectacular. Yet now we look at it differently. How much cover is there? Will we find food and water? Can it be zombie-proofed.The characters are complex. This is no two dimensional gore-fest with a smokin' hero and a token sex object.Which brings us to Finn. Did I mention smokin'. Ali ends up with two protectors. After all you need someone to watch your back. And your front. Yes... Hold that thought.The relationships between the three protagonists are what make this book so very captivating. Ali is very real with all the insecurities of a woman who's been hurt in the past. And so are the two very different men in her life. Daniel is mature, laid back and almost paternal at times in his relationship with the other two. He is also a very good lover. After all in a zombie apocalypse there is naturally going to be the need to re-establish the human genome. Finn is younger, an uptight former cop and very useful with his tools. A killing machine. Handy. *pauses to think about that*This book admittedly took me out of my comfort zone, not so much with the zombies but with the clearly erotic nature of the menage. The sex scenes were beautifully written even if the language was more earthy than I'm used to. Hey I'm a Mills & Boon girl from way back.I didn't want to put this book down (euphemism for turning off the computer as I have it in eBook). The writing is smooth and though I vaguely recall a typo somewhere, the presentation is also very good. I loved the characters, the premise was very well executed. I would read more of Kylie Scott's work.

When I first started reading Flesh I really thought I was going to love it as it captured my attention and after reading the Stage Dive series I knew that she liked doing insta-love so I thought that I would learn to love Ali and Daniel together as Kylie Scott is usually brilliant at writing powerful romances which she did do for a little while. Flesh really started to take a nosedive as soon as Finn came on to the scene and once that happened the relationship between Ali and Daniel changed and after that I didn't feel any chemistry between any of the characters. I think that some of the things that happened was a bit too unbelievable and then for them to decide on making a family in a world that is full of zombies it just doesn't make any sense what so ever. For me there wasn't enough zombie action as I was expecting more from that area. The ending was a bit too rushed for me to like it I thought there was more to say and yes I understand there is going to be another book in the series but it's with new characters so I'm not sure everything I wanted clearing up will do so in the next book.In the beginning I kind of liked the two main character but like I said before I really didn't like Finn for me he ruined the book. With Ali I started off thinking she takes no prisoners however, that wasn't to be the case as she came across as a bit of a whiner and very annoying. Daniel was my favourite character in this particular book as he was so sweet and very protective but in a way where he didn't come across as controlling which happens a lot in other books I've read and with Finn. Finn came across as a controlling and far too arrogant and not in an endearing way that I can sometimes like.Overall, Flesh started off strong but by the end I just wanted to get the book over with so I could get onto something I may enjoy more than I had with this one. This hasn't put me off reading Kylie Scott books as this was one of her more earlier books plus I know she can do an amazing series.

As other reviews have mentioned this zombie story is very much in the style of the walking dead. It's a great mix of mild zombie horror (if u are used to the walking dead nerve jangling tension) and romance. If you are a hard core zombie fan you might find the romance too much, but anyone who reads a lot of PNR will be very pleased that this is an in depth and satisfying plot that could stand alone with out the sex. Scott writes great three-dimensional characters who have personalities and individual motivations for their actions. There is none of this 'omg I love you so much, let's have sex immediately regardless of everything else' that so many PNR authors go for (although there are a fair few steamy sex scenes) - but the build in relationships is gradual and actions and reactions seem realistic and believable (well taking into account that it IS a post apocalyptic zombie story)There are a few MFM scenes near the end but mild compared to a lot of PNR, the horror fans might be in for a shock tho ;) but the romance is tastefully written and a reasonable addition to the plot.The story ended a bit too soon for me, I wanted to know more of how things turned out in the aftermath, and I don't think the next book follows through directly. But All in all, a well written story and easy to recommend to fans of horror, urban fantasy, romance or post apocalyptic stories.

I had only ever previously read one other post-apocalyptic themed book before Flesh, as it's not my usual type of genre, but after reading the summary of the plot (and the reviews), I was looking forward to the change of type. Fortunately, Flesh didn't disappoint.Right from the get-go - first chapter, first paragraph - the prose was a resplendent delight, delivered in a creative, eloquent and fluid style. I was both instantly enthralled and enraptured by Kylie Scott's literary skills. I often found myself re-reading and highlighting sections of the book so I could fully appreciate/reference the impressive story telling produced by this author. I'm sure Scott's highly imaginative delivery of the English language could make the Phone Directory appear exciting!!!As previously mentioned, I haven't read enough books of this genre to legitimately qualify personal comparisons to this author's strengths and weaknesses to other author's credibility in successfully capturing the creative essence of a story set in a post-apocalyptic world. However, despite me being a novice in the post-apocalypse realm, I felt K. Scott did an excellent job at depicting such a storyline and keeping me interested and entertained. All three main characters, Daniel, Finn and Ali were well constructed and their individual characteristics were illustrated convincingly. Both Daniel and Finn's Alpha male personalities towards Ali complimented instead of clashed with each other, and despite Finn being the youngest of the two men, I found his character intrigued me the most.After reading previous reviews about the ménage à trios aspect of this book, I did brace myself and was prepared to be full of disdain, however, thankfully, I realised I'm not as prudish as I thought!!! Particular sex scenes were certainly written for the 'required taste' variety, but were well written, and to be fair, only two ménage à trios acts between the three characters appear throughout the entire book and they were not overtly and unnecessarily explicit. With that said, had the author not been successful with managing to strike the balance with the palatable amount of three-way indulgences and an interesting plot, I would have found the usage of that particular choice of graphic sex scenes overbearing.Overall, I found Flesh to be a highly enjoyable read.

Title: FleshAuthor: Kylie ScottSeries: Flesh #1Genre: erotic zombie-horror menage romanceRating: ****Read for the Vaginal Fantasy book club.This book wasn't perfect - it was confusing at times, particularly in the action scenes, and in some parts felt a tad rushed and underdeveloped, such as the subplot with Rachel.Despite this, however, I freaking LOVED it. It was a smutty version of The Walking Dead, with steamy sex scenes, wonderful alpha men and a main female character who grew into her own. I was gripped from the very beginning, and thought that Scott's world of women being commodities was massively interesting, and made a lot of sense. I loved how protective Dan and Finn were of Ali, how Dan immediately referred to her as his girl, how they all bickered and had some fabulous make up sex. The last few scenes even had my heart racing. I will absolutely be continuing to read this series, as some sort of horrific guilty pleasure. Because erotic zombie-horror menage romances apparently work pretty freaking well.

I love post-apocalyptic books and Flesh tells the story of Ali, Daniel and Finn who meet after a virus has turned most of the population into what can only be described as Zombies. None of them have seen another virus free human for eight weeks and so they band together and go in search of other humans. As you can probably imagine eight weeks is a long time to go without human contact and so when you mix two good looking men and one pretty woman things are going to get quite heated and it does involving all three of them.I really enjoyed Flesh however I wish there had been more Zombie action and storytelling about life after the event instead the book focused more on Ali, Dan and Finn and their sex life. Yes there are a lot of sex scenes in this book some involving all three of them. Now as I get older I find myself becoming more of a prude and for some reason I didn’t particularly like the threesome scenes so just be warned if this is not your thing. I don’t know if I will carry on with the series but I am giving Flesh 4 stars.