If you enjoyed The Last of Us, you'll love these 8 survival books
Whether you are drawn to tales of fungal terror, dystopian futures or post-apocalyptic perseverance, this list includes books that capture the emotional depth, eerie atmosphere and heartbreaking stakes that made the series unforgettable.
1. What Moves the Dead by T. Kingfisher
A gripping and atmospheric reimagining of Edgar Allan Poe's The Fall of the House of Usher.
Arriving at the remote Usher estate, retired soldier Alex Easton discovers their childhood friend Madeline wasting away and the land itself much degraded. Alex has to uncover the sinister truth behind the House of Usher before it consumes them all as fungal horrors spread and anarchy descends.
The cover of Daryl Kulak's book. Photo: Lulu Press
2. The Bulgarian Bartender by Daryl Kulak
A darkly thrilling tale of friendship and betrayal in the heart of Eastern Europe.
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