r-o-o-k-i-e

THE END OF THE WORLD WAS JUST THE BEGINNING. Three years ago, a weaponized virus from an asteroid turned the world into a nightmare. Now, the infected roam—some mindless, some stronger, some terrifyingly smart. Survival isn’t just about killing zombies; it’s about knowing which ones will kill you first. Nate has lasted this long by being fast, smart, and ruthless. Immune to the airborne strain but still vulnerable to bites, he scavenges through the ruins, trusting no one—until he crosses paths with Claire, a survivor just as stubborn as he is. Their uneasy alliance leads them to rumors of a safe haven, but Nate knows better than to believe in fairy tales. Especially when the infected aren’t the only monsters left. With a custom wrist-mounted crossbow, a pair of spiked ‘Skullcracker’ knuckles, and his wits, Nate is ready for anything—except for what’s waiting in the sanctuary they’re heading toward. Because some things are worse than the undead. In a world where the dead aren’t the only threat, trust is a risk, and survival comes at a cost.