Undead Much? (Megan Berry, Book 2)
In this delicious sequel to Jay’s You Are So Undead to Me (2009), teenaged pom-squad girl Megan goes up against evil not-quite-zombies, while trying to keep her college boyfriend and being unsettled by another cute guy who—of course—is quite dead. Though this is a lighthearted story, Jay does an excellent job of portraying serious and credible interpersonal relationships. Sharp storytelling, good writing, and the current hunger for zombie fiction make this a sure hit with some nutritive value. No need to be familiar with the prequel, but readers who first meet Megan here will likely ask for that one, too. Grades 8-10. --Francisca Goldsmith