Books like Ashes by Ilsa J. Bick
An electromagnetic pulse devastates the world, killing most humans and turning a fraction into zombies while granting others extraordinary senses. Alex, a resourceful teen fleeing an incurable brain tumor; Tom, a survivor of the Afghan war; and Ellie, an angry eight‑year‑old, must band together to navigate the ensuing chaos. Their journey tests resilience and ingenuity as they confront both the undead threat and the limits of human survival.
First publish date: 2011
Genre: Dystopian & Apocalyptic Fiction/Post-Apocalyptic Fiction
Authors: Ilsa J. Bick
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