How to Raise a Baby in an Apocalypse

Entering the main room, Astaroth sat on a massive chair, covered by pure white bone armour.

Great book can’t wait for the sequel

In my opinion, it's a decent read but not exceptional. If you're searching for a strong-willed female protagonist with a clear goal and a realistic mindset in an apocalyptic setting, this might be worth checking out.

The story begins impressively, with the main character (MC) demonstrating resilience and resourcefulness, using her strength and newfound skills with fruit knives to save her newborn daughter and escape the hospital. However, the plot loses steam as the focus shifts to her quest for a safe place to settle as a family. Unfortunately, I found the MC, her relationship with the male lead (ML), and the overall pacing somewhat monotonous, leaving me unsure of how the journey ends.

Here's a brief spoiler alert:

When MC recovers from childbirth, she discovers a zombie outbreak while visiting her daughter. She manages to locate her child and another woman's child, hiding in the blue light room. They struggle to survive and eventually clear the floor. However, the character dynamics become strained, with one woman abandoning her child and the MC forming alliances based on survival instincts rather than genuine camaraderie.

As the story progresses, the MC returns to her community, which is under the control of a group of security guards. Despite her daughter's constant distractions, she teams up with a neighbor to take down the guards, including the powerful Tao Ge. Amidst chaos, they encounter various challenges, including a gang and mutated creatures.

The MC's plant abilities, initially impressive, turn out to be less effective against stronger foes. Meanwhile, her neighbor, who also survived a zombie bite, tragically meets her demise. The group ultimately escapes to a designated base, where political intrigue and a desire to protect the MC persist.

It's worth noting that the MC's character development and relationships could have been more nuanced, and her plant powers felt somewhat overpowered at times. Overall, the story has potential but could benefit from a tighter narrative and more consistent character growth.