Affliction

Anita Blake, who specializes in dealing with zombies, encounters a new threat as creatures similar to zombies, but more powerful and daytime hunters, emerge. When Micah's estranged father falls ill with a mysterious condition that prompts whispers of "zombie disease," Anita faces a challenging mystery. The story explores the unpredictable nature of this deadly illness and its potential consequences, keeping readers engaged with its suspenseful plot.