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When a zombie plague erupts in Atlanta, survivors such as Lilly Caul must flee the undead hordes and find shelter in improvised encampments. Their journey leads them to Woodbury, a fortified town that promises safety. However, the community is governed by Philip Blake, who has adopted the moniker “The Governor” and imposes strict, unsettling rules. Faced with the paradox of security and oppression, Lilly and a coalition of rebels challenge his authority, setting off a chain of conflict amid the ever‑growing threat of walkers.
First publish date: 2011
Genre: Horror/Supernatural Horror
Authors: Robert Kirkman
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