Deep Freeze, Book 1 of The Rivival by Michael C. Grumley
- Author: Michael C. Grumley
- Published: January 9th, 2024
- Publisher: Tor books/ Forge books
- Rating: 4/5
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Synopsis
The accident came quickly. With no warning. In the dead of night, a precipitous plunge into a freezing river trapped everyone inside the bus. It was then that Army veteran John Reiff’s life came to an end. Extinguished in the sudden rush of frigid water.
There was no expectation of survival. None. Let alone waking up beneath blinding hospital lights. Struggling to move, or see, or even breathe. But the doctors assure him that everything is normal. That things will improve. And yet, he has this nagging feeling that there’s something they’re not telling him.
As Reiff’s mind and body gradually recover, he becomes certain that the doctors are lying to him. One-by-one, puzzle pieces are slowly falling into place, and he soon realizes that things are not at all what they seem. Critical information is being kept from him. Secrets. Supposedly for his own good. But Who is doing this? Why? And the most important question: can he keep himself alive long enough to uncover the truth?
Mini Review
“Deep Freeze” by Michael C. Grumley delves into a captivating new series with a plot that grips readers from the very first page. The protagonist, John Reiff, an army veteran, finds himself thrust into a series of harrowing events that test his courage and resilience.
From a daring store robbery to a fateful bus crash on a snowy night, Reiff’s heroic actions lead to his unexpected demise, only to be reborn through a mysterious scientific experiment. As he navigates a world filled with unanswered questions and hidden agendas, Reiff’s determination to uncover the truth drives the narrative forward, keeping readers hooked until the very end.
Filled with mystery, suspense, and a touch of biotech intrigue, “Deep Freeze” offers a fast-paced and exhilarating reading experience. The short, impactful chapters maintain a sense of urgency, propelling the story towards an uncertain future that leaves readers eagerly anticipating the next installment in this thrilling series.
Thank you to Tor books/ Forge books for providing me with an e-arc in exchange for a review.
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