Zom-B

Darren Shan's "Zom-B" plunges readers into a brutal zombie apocalypse where a teenager named B must not only survive the undead but also grapple with deeply ingrained racism and xenophobia. The story begins with B's father's prejudiced reactions to a zombie outbreak in Ireland, which B initially goes along with to avoid abuse. As the zombie threat escalates and attacks B's high school, B is forced into a desperate fight for survival, making uneasy alliances. This book is a fast-paced, gritty horror novel for young adults aged 12-18, known for its graphic violence and mature themes. It challenges readers to question morality, prejudice, and identity, making it suitable for discussion about difficult topics.

"When the news starts reporting a zombie outbreak in Ireland, B's father thinks it's a hoax--but even if it isn't, the two of them joke, it's only the Irish, right? That is, until zombies actually attack the school. B is forced on a mad dash through the serpentine corridors of high school, making allegiances with anyone with enough gall to fight off their pursuers. But when they come face-to-face with the ravenous, oozing corpses, all bets are off. There are no friends. No allies. Just whatever it takes to survive."--Jacket.