THE DARK AND HOLLOW PLACES

Allyson Ryan brings the fierce, stubborn Annah to life in this third volume in the zombie series that began with THE FOREST OF HANDS AND TEETH. Fleeing the undead, Annah is battling brutal recruiters meant to keep order and meandering over the rooftops of a crumbling New York City populated by the flesh-eating undead. With subtle tonal changes, Ryan portrays a raft of characters, evoking the quiet strength of Annah’s new love, Catcher; the optimism of her sister, Gaby; and the brutal tones of several recruiters who pit the unconsecrated against their captives for amusement. When Annah finds herself in jail and unfolds a brilliant escape plan, Ryan keeps the clip steady and listeners ensnared. D.P.D. © AudioFile 2011, Portland, Maine [Published: OCTOBER 2011]