thank you to the author and publisher for this arc. I loved this different take on a zombie outbreak....the fact that there's a cure for those that have already been bitten and turned....I've never seen a zombie story go that way before . I was never bored while reading this either, it kept me hooked the whole time.

Love and Other Cures for the Recently Undead is a haunting, emotionally driven post-apocalyptic story that leans into grief, identity, and the complicated aftermath of survival. Rather than focusing purely on chaos and horror, the novel explores what happens after the world begins to rebuild—when the physical danger fades but the emotional consequences remain.

CeCe’s voice anchors the story with vulnerability and quiet strength. Her experience of returning to a life that no longer fits—physically, emotionally, and relationally—creates a deeply reflective tone. The narrative takes its time examining memory, loss, and the unsettling feeling of living in a body shaped by something she didn’t choose. That introspective focus gives the story a unique emotional weight.

The dynamic at the heart of the book is handled with nuance, leaning into complicated feelings rather than easy answers. Themes of guilt, forgiveness, and connection unfold gradually, making the emotional progression feel thoughtful and earned. There’s a lingering tension between past and present that keeps the story engaging without relying on constant action.

The post-apocalyptic backdrop is used effectively, not as spectacle but as atmosphere—quietly reinforcing the sense of a world trying to move forward while still carrying its scars. This approach allows the emotional stakes to take center stage, creating a story that feels both intimate and reflective.

Tender, melancholic, and quietly compelling, this is a thoughtful take on survival and healing—one that focuses less on the end of the world and more on what it means to live after it.