All That's Left in the World
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All That's Left in the World
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All That's Left in the World
Jamie and Andrew are strangers, but they're two of the last people left alive. They don't know what they'll find on their dangerous journey ... but they may just find each other. A queer romance about courage, hope and humanity for fans of They Both Die at the End, The Hunger Games and Simon vs the Homo Sapiens Agenda.
Book Hero Magic formatted this description to make it easier to read. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! DescriptionJamie has secluded himself in a remote cabin deep in the woods, grappling with the loss and isolation brought on by the pandemic. His solitude endures until one day, when an injured stranger stumbles into his life. This stranger is Andrew, a boy who, in his own search for safety, has encountered peril and betrayal.
At first, Jamie is wary, his gun at the ready. However, he is hesitant to pull the trigger, sensing an indescribable connection between them. Resisting the instincts that survival has honed in him, Jamie chooses to help Andrew heal from his wounds, taking him into his shelter.
As Andrew recuperates, the two boys tentatively start to form a bond. What begins as mutual reliance gradually blossoms into a profound connection that challenges their understanding of friendship and love. Together, Jamie and Andrew decide to step out from the relative safety of the cabin into a world that has been irrevocably changed, embarking on a journey south in search of something more, something hopeful amidst the ruins.
Throughout their perilous journey, Jamie and Andrew confront not only the physical hazards of a society in tatters but also the emotional complexities of their growing relationship. Each mile they traverse brings new challenges and encounters with others who have survived—some with good intentions, others with malice in their hearts.
The novel eloquently explores themes of courage, hope, and humanity in the face of devastation. With its heart-stirring queer romance and compelling narrative, All That's Left in the World will resonate deeply with readers who adored How I Live Now and the emotional depth of Simon Vs The Homo Sapiens Agenda.
As the boys approach the uncertain climax of their journey, the core question remains—who, or what, is waiting for them at the end, and can their bond endure the trials they have yet to face?
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All That's Left in the World by Erik J. Brown is praised for its tense, exciting, and sometimes heartbreaking narrative that explores hope and humanity during an apocalypse. Reviewers highlight its romantic, warm-hearted, and thrilling nature, with a fast-paced and mysterious plot. It is described as a beautifully written debut with riveting and hopeful storytelling, featuring characters that readers will adore.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9781444960167
Publisher: Hachette Children's Group
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 08 March 2022
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Hodder Children's Books
Audience: Teenage
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 20.0mm
Width: 192.0mm
Height: 126.0mm
Weight: 260g
Pages: 368
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About the Author
Erik J. Brown wrote this book. Despite his inability to write a compelling author bio, Erik was selected as a 2021 Lambda Literary Emerging Writers Fellow. When not writing genre-blending books for young adults, he enjoys traveling and embarking on the relentless quest of appeasing his Shiba Inu. He lives in Philadelphia with his husband. ALL THAT'S LEFT IN THE WORLD is his debut novel.
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