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Susan Beth Pfeffer

"Last Survivors" series

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The Last Survivors series by Susan Beth Pfeffer is a captivating and thought-provoking young adult dystopian series that centers around the life of 16-year-old Miranda Evans and her family in the aftermath of a catastrophic asteroid collision with the moon. The series, comprised of four books, explores themes of survival, resilience, and human nature as the characters face the harsh realities of a dramatically altered world. In the first book, Life As We Knew It, Miranda chronicles her family's struggle to adapt to the sudden and devastating consequences of the lunar impact, including natural disasters, food scarcity, and societal collapse. As the story unfolds, readers are drawn into the intimate details of Miranda's life, her relationships, and her emotional growth as she learns to cope with the challenges of a post-apocalyptic world. The Dead and the Gone, the second book, introduces a new perspective as it follows the story of 17-year-old Alex Morales in New York City, who faces the same catastrophic event and its aftermath. This narrative offers a stark contrast to Miranda's experiences, highlighting the disparities in resources and support between urban and suburban environments. The third book, This World We Live In, brings Miranda and Alex together as their worlds collide in a heart-pounding tale of survival and love. The final installment, The Shade of the Moon, explores the long-term psychological and societal impacts of the disaster as it delves into the lives of the next generation. The Last Survivors series is a compelling and engaging read that encourages reflection on the importance of community, self-reliance, and the human spirit in the face of adversity...

Books in series:

1. Life As We Knew It
2. The Dead and the Gone

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Susan Beth Pfeffer

Life As We Knew It

If you enjoyed the 'Last Survivors' series, you might like this standalone novel by the same author. 'Life As We Knew It' follows a family's struggle to survive in the aftermath of a meteor hitting the moon, causing natural disasters and a drastic change in the world's climate.

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Susan Beth Pfeffer

The Dead and the Gone

This is the second book in the 'Last Survivors' series, which continues the story of survival in a world changed by the moon's collision with a meteor. If you're looking for more of Pfeffer's apocalyptic world, this is a great choice.

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Robert A. Heinlein

The Moon is a Harsh Mistress

If you're interested in lunar-themed post-apocalyptic stories, this classic science fiction novel by Robert A. Heinlein is a great choice. The story follows a group of rebels fighting for independence on a colonized moon.

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Peter Heller

The Dog Stars

This novel tells the story of a man named Hig who survives a flu pandemic that has wiped out most of the world's population. With his dog and a damaged airplane, Hig scours the skies and landscape for signs of life, making for a gripping and emotional read.

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Cormac McCarthy

The Road

This Pulitzer Prize-winning novel is a harrowing tale of a father and son's journey through a post-apocalyptic wasteland. The stark and brutal prose make for a powerful and thought-provoking read.

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Margaret Atwood

Oryx and Crake

This is the first book in Margaret Atwood's 'MaddAddam' trilogy, which explores a dystopian future shaped by genetic engineering and corporate power. The story follows a man named Snowman as he navigates a world populated by genetically modified creatures and the few remaining humans.

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Stephen King

The Stand

This epic post-apocalyptic novel by Stephen King tells the story of a group of survivors trying to rebuild society after a deadly virus wipes out most of the world's population. With its richly drawn characters and sweeping narrative, this is a must-read for fans of the genre.

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Justin Cronin

The Passage

This is the first book in Justin Cronin's 'Passage' trilogy, which explores a post-apocalyptic world overrun by vampire-like creatures. The story follows a group of survivors as they try to find a cure for the virus that has caused the apocalypse.

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