"Breathers", by S. G. Browne, starts off tongue-in-cheek, then bounces up and down quite a bit through real emotion, meditations on the human condition, and even tragedy. And oh yes, it's about zombies. In the world of "Breathers", zombies are a real -- but unwelcome -- part of society. The story is a first-person narrative told by Andy, an ordinary guy until he wakes up undead, realizing that he is now a decomposing non-person with no rights, no property, and nothing to "live" for. Andy journeys toward self-actualization, first through Undead Anonymous meetings and then by forming the closest friendships he's ever known. "Breathers" is written with a light, humorous touch, and is a quick, entertaining read that ends up being surprisingly touching as well. Without giving too much away, the recipes alone are worth the price of this book.