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Zoe Norris, who writes travel guides for the undead, has gained a reputation after successfully producing the "Slambling Guide to New York City." When her talent is needed again, she and her supernatural team are sent to New Orleans to author a sequel. While adapting to the city’s unique atmosphere, Zoe must navigate the swamps to find a rumored healer who can cure her boyfriend’s zombism. With her colleagues cheering her on and a new threat that targets city‑talkers stalking the streets, Zoe races to finish her book before the danger claims her.
First publish date: 2014
Genre: Fantasy/Urban Fantasy
Authors: Mur Lafferty
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