Handling the Undead

In his latest novel, John Ajvide Lindqvist reimagines the zombie narrative much like he did for vampires in "Let the Right One In." Set against the backdrop of a chaotic Stockholm, the recently deceased begin to awaken, prompting mixed feelings among the living: a grandfather clings to hope for his grandson's return, while a husband grapples with the unsettling transformation of his beloved wife. This horror story goes beyond traditional genre boundaries, exploring the profound implications of the dead's return on their loved ones.