While this definitely isn't an essential read to appreciate the Newsflesh 'verse, I think it's an interesting addition — especially for those interested in the science and human fuckups that lead to a pandemic like the Rising.

In other words, it's a pretty neat bit of worldbuilding with a small side of human-interest elements.

content warnings:

Spoiler

chronically ill characters, death of a child

rep:

Spoiler

MLM character & M/M relationship

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CONVERSION: 10.6 / 15 = 4 stars

Prose: 7 / 10
Characters & Relationships: 6 / 10
Emotional Impact: 9 / 10
Development / Flow: 8 / 10
Setting: 8 / 10