Mark E. Rogers (1952–2014)

This is probably one of the best zombie horror novels published before zombies went mainstream at the turn of the century, even if it had one of the worst covers ever. Engaging characters and an action-driven plot are only part of it; the big success was how The Dead incorporated Christian mythology (the Rapture, Demons, Heaven and Hell) into its zombie plague without coming off like a Left Behind knock-off. Theology and faith are main concepts explored and debated by the main characters, yet the narrative never devolves into preachy or overbearing demagoguery. You won't find this novel in the Christian Horror section, and that's a good thing. If you're a fan of zombie horror and haven't read this yet, add it to your TBR pile.… (mehr)