All That’s Left in the World

by Erik J. Brown
All That’s Left in the World cover
Good Books rating 4.5
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  • ID: 1447
  • Added: 2025-10-06
  • Updated: 2025-10-06
  • Reviews: 2
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strokingfire.wordpress.com · Unknown · 2024-11-01
captivating 4.00

All That’s Left in the World is a gripping YA dystopian novel that blends survival and romance. The story follows Jamie and Andrew as they navigate a post-apocalyptic world, finding hope and connection amidst the chaos. The book is praised for its emotional depth and compelling characters.

All That’s Left in the World by Erik J. Brown is a captivating YA dystopian novel that seamlessly blends elements of survival and romance. Set in a post-apocalyptic world ravaged by the Superflu, the story centers around Jamie and Andrew, two strangers who find themselves among the last people on Earth. Jamie, initially alone in a cabin in the woods, encounters an injured stranger, Andrew, and their journey together becomes a testament to courage, hope, and humanity. The novel is often compared to How I Live Now for its intense survival elements and to Simon Vs. The Homo Sapiens Agenda for its heartfelt queer romance. The emotional depth and compelling characters make this book a standout in the dystopian genre. The relationship between Jamie and Andrew is beautifully developed, showcasing their resilience and the power of connection in a world that has been torn apart. The narrative is both heartwarming and harrowing, making it a must-read for fans of dystopian fiction.

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    Jamie and Andrew are strangers, and two of the last people on Earth. They don’t know what they’ll find on their perilous journey … but they may just find each other.

    A queer romance about courage, hope and humanity — this is How I Live Now with the heart of Simon Vs The Homo Sapiens Agenda.

    When the Superflu wipes out most of the population, Jamie finds himself completely alone in a cabin in the woods — until an injured stranger crosses his path.

k-books.co.uk · Unknown · 2024-07-29
brilliant 5.00

All That's Left in the World is a heartwarming and hopeful post-apocalyptic YA novel that focuses on the relationship between two teenage boys, Andrew and Jamie, as they navigate a world devastated by a pandemic. The book is well-crafted with excellent character development, a solid plot, and a balance of light-hearted moments and tense survival elements.

All That's Left in the World by Erik J. Brown is a standout post-apocalyptic YA novel that defies the typical grim tone of the genre. Set in a world ravaged by a deadly pathogen, the story follows Andrew and Jamie, two teenage boys who find solace and hope in each other's company. The novel excels in its character development, with Andrew and Jamie's relationship evolving from strangers to friends to something more profound. The pacing is excellent, and the plot is well-balanced with moments of light-hearted banter and tense survival situations. The book avoids the darker aspects of the pandemic, focusing instead on the emotional journey of the characters. It's a heartwarming and hopeful story that will appeal to a wide range of readers, including adults, despite its YA classification.

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    Never has my heart felt so warmed by a post-apocalyptic survival road trip adventure, but Erik J. Brown’s debut novel All That’s Left In the World did that and so much more.

    But then I look at him; I hear his laugh, I see his smile, and the darkness melts away. Then I do have hope — even just for a little while — because I know that there is something in this world I can fight for. Something I will fight for if I have to.

    There’s still something about Andrew that feels familiar, like we’ve been friends since we were kids. Because that’s what we are now. Friends.

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