They've survived the walkers. Survived war with a ruthless enemy. And now, in The Walking Dead, hope for the future emerges. A perfect jumping-on point for readers, Volume 22 of the New York Times bestselling graphic novel series marks a new era for The Walking Dead as the survivors pick up the pieces of their shared humanity to create A New Beginning. In the aftermath of All Out War, Rick Grimes and his allies begin to rebuild their communities. But in the world of the dead, tranquility is only temporary. How long will it be before a new, unexpected foe emerges?