The Dead and the Gone

Written by Susan Beth Pfeffer

Book #2 in the Last Survivors series

Survive apocalyptic chaos in New York as Alex fights for his family's future.

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308 pages· 82,768 words· Est. 9 hour read· 680L

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Bookroo's summary

In a world turned upside down by a lunar catastrophe, seventeen-year-old Alex Morales faces the ultimate test of survival. With New York City in chaos, he must protect his younger sisters, navigate moral dilemmas, and cling to hope that their parents will return. As society crumbles, Alex's journey is one of sacrifice and resilience. Can he keep his family safe amidst the ruins, or will the weight of the world prove too much? Dive into this gripping tale of humanity's struggle against overwhelming odds.

From the publisher

Best-selling author, Susan Beth Pfeffer, delivers a riveting companion to Life As We Knew It in this enthralling tale that follows seventeen-year-old Alex Morales as he fights to survive in the aftermath of apocalyptic events in New York City. Alex Morales is an average high schooler focused on his after-school job, helping his dad out with building superintendent responsibilities, and getting good grades so he can make it into an Ivy League college. But when the moon alters its gravitational pull and catastrophic events ensue, everything changes. Now, he has to care for his younger sisters, decide whether it’s ethical to rob the dead, and keep the hope alive that their lost parents will return. Bone-chilling and harrowing, Susan Beth Pfeffer investigates what it takes to survive when the odds are stacked against you in this captivating story about sacrifice and humanity.

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