Warm Bodies

by Isaac Marion
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Good Books rating 3.85
Dystopian/Post-Apocalyptic
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  • ID: 4974
  • Added: 2025-10-22
  • Updated: 2025-10-24
  • ISBN: 9781409016915
  • Publisher: Random House
  • Published: 2010-10-14
  • Formats: 1
  • Reviews: 4

Warm Bodies is a unique twist on the zombie genre, blending horror with a touch of romance and humor. R, a zombie with a heart (literally and figuratively), navigates a world in ruins, where the living and the dead coexist in an uneasy balance. His encounter with Julie, a living girl, defies all expectations and sets him on a path to rediscover what it means to be human. The novel explores themes of love, redemption, and the power of connection in a bleak and desolate world. /n/nThe story is narrated from R's perspective, offering a fresh and introspective look into the mind of a zombie. As R and Julie's relationship deepens, they face numerous challenges and dangers, ultimately leading to a battle for survival and a chance at a new beginning. Warm Bodies is a heartwarming and thought-provoking tale that challenges the traditional notions of love and humanity.

Reviews
Darker Fables · 2020-11-15
engaging 3.50

The book is a short, engaging read with a good mix of sweetness and gore. It's not a favourite, but it's enjoyable.

The reviewer finds the book to be a short and engaging read, with a good balance of sweetness and gore. While it may not be among their top favourites, they appreciate the mix of elements that make the story enjoyable. The reviewer notes that the book offers a unique blend of romance and horror, which keeps the reader engaged throughout. It's a book that can be enjoyed for its entertaining and thought-provoking qualities, even if it doesn't reach the heights of their absolute favourites.

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    To summarise, this was a short, engaging read.

    Not up there with my favourites, but a good mix of sweetness and gore.

    The book offers a unique blend of romance and horror, which keeps the reader engaged throughout.

Me Love Books · 2015-05-16
creative 4.00

The story uses different types of zombies to explore themes of love and humanity. The reviewer appreciates the unique approach to the zombie genre.

The reviewer highlights the unique use of different kinds of zombies in the story, such as 'bonies' and 'fresh' zombies, which adds depth to the narrative. This approach allows the story to explore themes of love and humanity in a fresh and engaging way. The reviewer enjoys how the story goes beyond the typical zombie tropes, offering a more nuanced and thoughtful exploration of its characters and their relationships. It's a creative take that stands out in the genre.

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    I like the fact that Isaac Marion uses different kind of zombies in his story, where the 'bonies' are different from the 'fresh' zombies.

    This story is about love and how humanity is so much more than blood, muscle and tissue.

    It's a creative take that stands out in the genre.

The Guardian · 2013-04-29
insightful 4.00

The novel takes a clichéd theme and transforms it into a deep and insightful exploration of life. It offers a unique perspective on humanity and love.

This novel stands out by taking a well-worn, clichéd theme and turning it into something profound. It's a deep and insightful look at life, offering a unique perspective on humanity and love. The reviewer appreciates how the story transcends the typical zombie narrative, delving into the complexities of human emotions and relationships. It's a refreshing take that challenges the usual tropes associated with the genre.

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    This novel is the first I have ever read to take an overdone and cliché-theme and turn it into a deep and insightful look at life as it could be.

    It offers a unique perspective on humanity and love.

    The novel transcends the typical zombie narrative, delving into the complexities of human emotions and relationships.

Goodreads · 2010-10-14
amusing 3.90

The book stands out for its dry humor and amusing take on a zombie love story. It's not a hardcore zombie book, but it offers a unique and entertaining twist.

The reviewer enjoyed the dry humor and the amusing take on a zombie love story. They found the book to be a refreshing departure from typical zombie narratives, emphasizing the unique and entertaining aspects of the story. While it may not appeal to hardcore zombie fans, the reviewer appreciated the novel's ability to blend romance and horror in a way that feels both original and engaging. The book's lighthearted approach to a typically dark genre was particularly praised.

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    What makes this book stand out is some of the dry humor and the amusing take on a zombie love story.

    This may not be a hardcore zombie book, but it offers a unique and entertaining twist.

    The book's lighthearted approach to a typically dark genre was particularly praised.

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