Zombielicious. Cold Fever Books

Zombielicious: A Gripping Horror ThrillerKevin thought his biggest problem was being the richest kid in the small town of Laurelsville, overshadowed by his stepdad's fame. But when his stepfather, the mysterious Dr. Cush, invents a new gum called Trance, the entire town becomes obsessed. Something about the gum is different-more addictive, more dangerous. Soon, Laurelsville spirals into chaos, as strange bumps appear on people's necks, and the residents act more like zombies with every chew.
When Kevin's best friend Drew begins to suspect something sinister, they stumble upon horrifying truths hidden in Dr. Cush's secret lab. As the mystery unravels, Kevin discovers that his stepfather's twisted experiments are far worse than he could ever imagine. Dr. Cush is using the town as his own personal laboratory, with Trance gum at the center of it all. In a thrilling race against time, Kevin and Drew must uncover the full extent of Dr.
Cush's evil plan-and find a way to stop it-before it's too late. Because if they fail, they won't just lose their town... they'll lose themselves. Zombielicious is a spine-chilling tale of obsession, mind control, and sinister science that will leave you questioning how far one man is willing to go for control. If you're a fan of Stranger Things and Goosebumps, this heart-pounding thriller will keep you hooked until the very last page.