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Synopsis
In post-apocalyptic America, fifteen-year-old Benny Imura and his friends set out into the great Rot & Ruin hoping to find a better future but are soon pitted against zombies, wild animals, insane murderers, and the horrors of Gameland.
Is Dust & Decay appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 13 and up.
Strong zombie violence including on-page kills, graphic descriptions of undead, and murderous human antagonists. Contains intense survival horror scenes and death, but no sexual content or strong language. Appropriate for mature middle schoolers and up.
What to know going in
This book has strong violence, no sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include gore, murder, death, and mass death (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Teens will love this action-packed zombie adventure following friends who venture into dangerous territory seeking hope in a ruined world.