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  1. #11

    The Rule of Three - The Rule of Three by Eric Walters
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    The Rule of Three series by Eric Walters is a post-apocalyptic young adult fiction trilogy that explores a world where society breaks down after the power goes out and doesn't return. The story is narrated through the perspective of a teenage boy and follows a neighborhood's struggle to survive by banding together and adapting to the new challenges they face, including building a wall around their community for protection. The series delves into themes of humanity, survival, and the resilience of individuals in the face of catastrophic events, with action-packed descriptions and engaging character development that keeps readers hooked from start to finish.

    The Rule of Three series is praised for its intriguing plot, well-developed characters, and the way it portrays the complexities of human nature during times of crisis. Readers appreciate the realistic depiction of how people come together in the face of adversity, showcasing both the good and bad aspects of society when pushed to its limits. The writing style of Eric Walters is commended for keeping readers on the edge of their seats with twists, heart-wrenching moments, and a sense of hope that permeates throughout the series, making it a compelling and thought-provoking read for fans of dystopian fiction.

    We were in the computer room during study hall, our second-to-last class of the day. Not exactly where I wanted to be, but there were worse places to be than hanging with my best friend—even if we wer...

  2. #12

    The Dead and the Gone - Last Survivors by Susan Beth Pfeffer
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    The Dead and the Gone by Susan Beth Pfeffer is a companion novel to Life As We Knew It, set in New York City after an asteroid pushes the moon closer to Earth, causing catastrophic events. The story follows 17-year-old Alex Morales and his two younger sisters as they struggle to survive in a post-apocalyptic world without their parents. Alex's journey of scavenging, dealing with food shortages, and facing the challenges of a city in turmoil is vividly portrayed in the book.

    The narrative in The Dead and the Gone shifts to an urban setting, focusing on how Alex and his sisters navigate the chaos and devastation in New York City. The book delves into themes of survival, family bonds, and the harsh realities of a world falling apart, offering a different perspective from the first book in the series. Through Alex's perspective, readers witness the struggles, sacrifices, and resilience of the characters as they try to make sense of a changed world.

    Alex knew exactly where he wanted to go, and where he'd be happy to go, and where he would be satisfied to go. "Georgetown's my first choice," he said. "But it depends on the financial package. And if...

    (Also, see 100 recommendations for the series Last Survivors )

  3. #13
    Locker Nine
    Book 1 in the series:Locker Nine

    Locker Nine - Locker Nine by Franklin Horton
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    Locker Nine is the beginning of a new series set in a post-disaster world where terrorist attacks have caused chaos in America. The story follows college student Grace Hardwick and her friend Zoe as they navigate the dangerous journey from Oxford MS to Damascus VA, relying on Grace's prepper father's cache of survival supplies. Interspersed with their adventure is the contrasting story of Ray Walker, a young man unprepared for the disaster who turns into a marauder, planning to make his way home through robbery and theft. The plot unfolds with unexpected twists and turns, showcasing themes of survival, preparedness, and the consequences of societal collapse.


  4. #14

    Any Sign of Life by Rae Carson
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    In "Any Sign of Life" by Rae Carson, the story follows high school basketball star Paige as she wakes up after a week in a coma to find her entire family dead in a post-apocalyptic world. The plot revolves around Paige's journey to find other survivors, including two other survivors she comes across, as they try to uncover the reasons behind the end of humanity. The book combines elements of apocalyptic and extraterrestrial themes, with a focus on survival, mystery, and the emotional toll of being a survivor in a devastated world.

    The writing style in "Any Sign of Life" by Rae Carson is described as fast-paced, dark, and suspenseful, with well-developed characters that feel very human. The plot includes elements of action, discovery, and emotional depth, as the characters navigate a world filled with death, grief, and the struggle to survive. The book also features a cute dog companion, Emmaline, who provides a sense of comfort and companionship in the midst of chaos and despair.


  5. #15
    Unknown
    Book 1 in the series:Unknown

    Unknown - Unknown by Wendy Higgins
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    'Unknown' by Wendy Higgins is a gripping tale that follows the life of Amber Tate, starting from her childhood and leading up to the present age of 20. The story unfolds in two parts, 'before the end' and 'after the beginning of the end', as Earth is attacked by an 'unknown' enemy, throwing the characters into a fight to protect one another. The book expertly weaves a coming-of-age story with evolving global events, portraying the realistic and disastrous consequences of an apocalypse war.

    The narrative beautifully captures the growth of characters like Amber, her brother Tater, and Rylen Fite, from childhood to adulthood, amidst a backdrop of terror and uncertainty. Wendy Higgins skillfully transitions between the innocence of the past and the palpable fear of the present, showcasing the dynamic relationships within the Tate and Fite families as they navigate through a world on the brink of destruction.

    Even in retrospect, it’s difficult to pinpoint exactly where we went wrong. After the bombings, things were . . . confusing. Chaotic. I’m not sure if it was hope or desperation or simply naiveté that ...

  6. #16

    Stormland by John Shirley
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    Stormland by John Shirley is an apocalyptic thriller set in Charleston, South Carolina, where the city is ravaged by never-ending hurricanes and storms. The story follows multiple characters, including a billionaire and his son, a bounty hunter, and a former U.S. Marshall, as they navigate through the chaos and struggles of a city under attack from both natural disasters and human greed. The setting is vividly described, showcasing a landscape decimated by climate change and technology gone awry, creating a dark and gritty world of survival and desperation.

    The plot of Stormland revolves around power struggles, manipulation, murder, nano-technology, and mind control in a world where the rich and powerful control the fate of the remaining survivors. The characters are portrayed as tragic, desperate, and wounded, trying to navigate through a landscape filled with constant storms, haunting virtual realities, and societal collapse, making the story thought-provoking and edgy.


  7. #17

    Burnt Road - Scorch by Emily Kimelman (Emily Reed), with Toby Jane, Toby Neal
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    Burnt Road by Emily Kimelman and Toby Neal is an action-packed apocalyptic road trip romance that follows Dante Luciano, a brilliant young man on the Autism Spectrum, who embarks on a journey with actress Melody Parker to the stronghold called the Haven amidst the Scorch Flu epidemic. The book portrays a story of survival, love, and courage as Dante and Melody face numerous challenges while traveling from California to Idaho, encountering sickness, danger, and personal growth along the way.

    The writing style of Burnt Road is described as captivating, emotional, and engaging, with a plot that resonates with humor, heartbreak, and love. The authors, Toby Neal and Emily Kimelman, skillfully craft a narrative that delves into the characters' inner struggles, relationships, and the resilience needed to overcome the obstacles presented by the post-apocalyptic world they inhabit.


    (Also, see 24 recommendations for the series Scorch )

  8. #18

    The Uninhabitable Earth: Life After Warming by David Wallace-Wells
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    'The Uninhabitable Earth: Life After Warming' by David Wallace-Wells is a profoundly convincing and frightening book that delves into the harsh realities of climate change. The author presents a grim outlook on the future of our planet, discussing the catastrophic consequences of global warming in a detailed and factual manner. Divided into sections that explore the current effects of human pollution, past incidents due to climate change, and speculations on future events, the book serves as a wake-up call to the urgent need for action to combat climate change. Wallace-Wells' writing style is described as dense and slow, providing a comprehensive overview of the science behind climate change and its potential impacts on society and the environment.

    It is worse, much worse, than you think. The slowness of climate change is a fairy tale, perhaps as pernicious as the one that says it isn’t happening at all, and comes to us bundled with several othe...

  9. #19

    Firewalkers by Adrian Tchaikovsky
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    On an Earth that is on the point of death through global warming, there is an orbital lift still operating from a small town on the equator in Africa. Rich people preparing to ascend the elevator stop off at a hotel in the town. When things go wrong with the hotel's systems, teams of Fire Walkers are called in to get things sorted out. The fire walkers are young, talented, tough, and very poor. They have to be all these things to withstand the heat and be desperate enough to go out on potentially suicidal missions to improvise fixes to keep things working well enough for survival. This book is the story of one team of fire walkers lead by Mao who are commissioned to deal with a drop in power coming from the solar power fields to the south of the town. The slow reveal of the problem the fire walkers are actually facing is good but the ending was a bit too much of a quick fix after the slow build-up of the other scenarios in the story. Tchaikovsky has come up with some good twists that make this a very different tale to any that I have previously encountered. This is not the best of Tchaikovsky's work. It has the feeling of being the author's notes for a successor work. I found it sketchy in places but still a riveting read. I look forward to reading the books that build on this backstory. There are interesting ideas to be found in the book's closing pages. The 'Fire Walkers' is a decent read. It will grip you and, I hope, will leave you wanting more. But the 'sketchbook' feeling of the work means it falls short of the standard I expect for my 5-star rating.


  10. #20
    Origin
    Book 1 in the series:Corpus

    Origin - Corpus by Jessica Khoury
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    'Origin' by Jessica Khoury is a young adult science fiction novel that follows the story of Pia, an immortal girl living in a secluded scientific community deep in the Amazon Rainforest. Pia's perfect and sheltered life takes a drastic turn when she discovers a hole in the fence surrounding her compound and ventures out into the rainforest, where she meets a boy from a nearby village. As Pia learns more about the outside world, she starts questioning her existence and uncovers shocking secrets about her origins. The book blends elements of romance, science fiction, and mystery, with a gripping plot that explores themes of humanity, morality, and the consequences of scientific experimentation. The narrative is written in the first person, bringing the characters to life and engaging readers in Pia's emotional journey of self-discovery.

    I’m told that the day I was born, Uncle Paolo held me against his white lab coat and whispered, “She is perfect.” Sixteen years later, they’re still repeating the word. Every day I hear it, from the s...