EPISODE · Oct 27, 2025 · 8 MIN
What If Superheroes Fought Zombies?
from Fantasy for the Ages · host Jim Scriven
What happens when superheroes appear… just in time for the zombie apocalypse? Coincidence? Hmmm… maybe not. In this episode, Jim reviews the Ex-Heroes Series by Peter Clines — a five-book thrill ride that mashes together capes, corpses, and clever storytelling in the most entertaining way possible.From Ex-Heroes (2010) through Ex-Isle (2017), this series delivers a world where humanity’s last hope isn’t just surviving the undead… it’s surviving themselves. Jim breaks down what makes this series worth your time — from its great characters and layered storytelling to its fresh twist on trauma, heroism, and what it means to keep fighting when everything’s gone.If you love The Walking Dead, Marvel Zombies, or apocalyptic fiction with a superpowered punch, this one’s for you.👉 Books in the Series:• Ex-Heroes (2010)• Ex-Patriots (2013)• Ex-Communication (2013)• Ex-Purgatory (2014)• Ex-Isle (2017)💬 What do you think — should Peter Clines return to this world? Tell us in the comments!📺 Don’t forget to Like, Subscribe, and Ring the Bell to keep up with all things Fantasy, Sci-Fi, and Horror on Fantasy for the Ages!❤️ Huge thanks to our Patreon supporters. Join them and get perks at: https://www.patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges📚 Follow us on social media for updates, polls, and bonus content!#ExHeroes #PeterClines #ZombieApocalypse #Superheroes #BookReview #FantasyForTheAges #SciFiBooks #ApocalypticFiction #Zombies #BookTube #FantasyBooks #JimSoloEpisodeWant to purchase books/media mentioned in this video?The Ex-Heroes Series: https://t.ly/XuifAWays to connect with us:Follow Jim/Father on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/13848336-jim-scriven Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jMWyVJ6qKk Follow us on "X": @Fantasy4theAges Follow us on Blue Sky: @fantasy4theages.bsky.socialFollow us on Instagram: fantasy_for_the_ages Follow us on Mastodon: @[email protected] Email us: [email protected] Check out our merch: https://www.newcreationsbyjen.com/collections/fantasyfortheagesJim’s Microphone: Blue Yeti https://tinyurl.com/3shpvhb4 Jim’s Camera: Razer Kito Pro https://tinyurl.com/c873tc2n 0:00 - Opening1:48 - Book Basics2:44 - Spoiler-Lite Series Synopsis3:48 - 7 Reasons You Might Love This Series6:55 - Jim’s Final Thoughts on These Books8:08 - Conclusion & Wrap-up————————————————————————————Music and video elements licensed under Envato Elements:https://elements.envato.com/
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What happens when superheroes appear… just in time for the zombie apocalypse? Coincidence? Hmmm… maybe not. In this episode, Jim reviews the Ex-Heroes Series by Peter Clines — a five-book thrill ride that mashes together capes, corpses, and clever storytelling in the most entertaining way possible.From Ex-Heroes (2010) through Ex-Isle (2017), this series delivers a world where humanity’s last hope isn’t just surviving the undead… it’s surviving themselves. Jim breaks down what makes this series worth your time — from its great characters and layered storytelling to its fresh twist on trauma, heroism, and what it means to keep fighting when everything’s gone.If you love The Walking Dead, Marvel Zombies, or apocalyptic fiction with a superpowered punch, this one’s for you.👉 Books in the Series:• Ex-Heroes (2010)• Ex-Patriots (2013)• Ex-Communication (2013)• Ex-Purgatory (2014)• Ex-Isle (2017)💬 What do you think — should Peter Clines return to this world? Tell us in the comments!📺 Don’t forget to Like, Subscribe, and Ring the Bell to keep up with all things Fantasy, Sci-Fi, and Horror on Fantasy for the Ages!❤️ Huge thanks to our Patreon supporters. Join them and get perks at: https://www.patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges📚 Follow us on social media for updates, polls, and bonus content!#ExHeroes #PeterClines #ZombieApocalypse #Superheroes #BookReview #FantasyForTheAges #SciFiBooks #ApocalypticFiction #Zombies #BookTube #FantasyBooks #JimSoloEpisodeWant to purchase books/media mentioned in this video?The Ex-Heroes Series: https://t.ly/XuifAWays to connect with us:Follow Jim/Father on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/13848336-jim-scriven Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jMWyVJ6qKk Follow us on "X": @Fantasy4theAges Follow us on Blue Sky: @fantasy4theages.bsky.socialFollow us on Instagram: fantasy_for_the_ages Follow us on Mastodon: @[email protected] Email us: [email protected] Check out our merch: https://www.newcreationsbyjen.com/collections/fantasyfortheagesJim’s Microphone: Blue Yeti https://tinyurl.com/3shpvhb4 Jim’s Camera: Razer Kito Pro https://tinyurl.com/c873tc2n 0:00 - Opening1:48 - Book Basics2:44 - Spoiler-Lite Series Synopsis3:48 - 7 Reasons You Might Love This Series6:55 - Jim’s Final Thoughts on These Books8:08 - Conclusion & Wrap-up————————————————————————————Music and video elements licensed under Envato Elements:https://elements.envato.com/
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