Book details
The Undead Road (My Zombie Summer Book 1)
Description
Nothing brings the family together like a zombie apocalypse ...Fifteen-year-old Jeremy Barnes would rather watch a zombie movie than shoot a real one, but he has no choice if his family wants to survive the end of the world. Their plan? Drive across the infected United States to a cabin in the Colorado Rockies without a scratch, but their trip takes a complicated detour in the middle of Nebraska when they find Kaylynn, a girl who can handle a baseball bat better than Jeremy can hold a .45 Beretta. And when they stumble into a sanctuary, Jeremy soon learns that Kaylynn is stronger than she looks-a deadly secret lies inside her.After the radio picks up a distress call from Kansas City about a possible cure, Jeremy's parents go with a team to investigate. They never return. The only way to find their parents is for Jeremy and his sister Jewel to rely on a dangerous girl who might just turn on them at any moment.
Age
12-18
Text complexity
intermediate
Length
293 pages
Book in series
#1
Why to read
- Engaging Zombie Apocalypse Narrative: 'The Undead Road (My Zombie Summer Book 1)' offers readers an immersive and thrilling experience as they follow the protagonist through a world overrun by zombies, providing a fresh take on the popular apocalypse genre.
- Character Development: As the first book in a series, it sets the stage for deep character development, allowing readers to form connections with the characters and watch them grow and adapt to their harrowing new reality.
- Unique Twist on Classic Tropes: David Powers King brings a unique perspective to the well-trodden path of zombie fiction, infusing the story with original elements that keep the plot unpredictable and engaging.
- Perfect for Young Adult Audience: The book is tailored for young adult readers who are fans of horror and survival stories, offering age-appropriate suspense, action, and moral dilemmas that resonate with a younger demographic.