Enjoyed everything except the supernatural elements of the novel, which given the subject matter, did not leave much to enjoy. A pity, I had high hopes.
Yes, this book is about "zombies" with feelings & consciousness. Really though, they're ghouls, what with the lack of mindlessness accompanied by a craving for flesh. *shrug* Hated it, no matter what the creatures were named.
Please, having the characters sign a treaty on the 4th of July, & viewing it as auspicious? From a Chinese cultural perspective, I think not. http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/TetraphobiaNot bad otherwise.