Dystopian Series set in Nova Scotia

4.5

This dystopian series is filled with action, always moving forward. I binged books 2 and 3 this time, and my review is for both. Fast-paced, focused on two young women, Anna and Charlotte, who are like sisters now that the world is gone. The world suffered a terrible pandemic, and the virus destroyed humanity as we know it. This is a book without zombies, but it has the eeriness and need for survival of worlds like The Last of Us and The Walking Dead (some of my favorites that I know). The author gives us a lot of details, and the characters are very smart, utilizing their knowledge acquired from the world before or from their family. Perfect for fans of the Hatchet. This keeps them safe. In Survival, they find a house that can become their safe haven, but the arrival of a teen leads them to high-stakes action. The story goes from two characters to a cast until they get separated.

Book 2 is perfect for fans of The Hatchet, with all the elements and understanding of how to survive in a real-life catastrophic event. The connection between the characters keeps them alert. This is more than just surviving. The plot grows into something larger, political, and community, but the books are easy to read and without triggers or adult content.

Book 3 is more focused on government, territory, and protection. They join the resistance, bringing all their positive skills. Still keeps the fast pace and exciting high stakes. This volume feels a little more YA than middle grade when the characters are tested.

Goes from two characters to high stakes countries war.