Book Title: THE AFTER by Joanne Taylor
Category: Middle-Grade Fiction & YA Fiction (10 to 15 yrs old), 183 pages
Genre: Fictional Dystopian
Publisher: FriesenPress
Release date: October 2024
Content Rating: G. No swearing, drug use, sex scenes, violence (minimal)
"Taylor’s debut is a taut tale of survival in a post-pandemic world that’s buoyed by an amiable protagonist and a well- developed setting. ... A riveting beginning to a promising new series." - Kirkus Reviews
"The After introduces an intrepid teenage heroine as she explores a changed world... this first series title lays ample groundwork for the coming volumes." - Foreword Clarion Review
"The After introduces an intrepid teenage heroine as she explores a changed world... this first series title lays ample groundwork for the coming volumes." - Foreword Clarion Review
Book Description:
Despite the deadly virus that caused borders to close and governments to fall ten years earlier, fourteen-year-old Charlotte and her family have lived a challenging yet relatively peaceful life, isolated on their acreage in rural Nova Scotia. However, when Charlotte discovers that an interloper has infiltrated their property, she must decide between keeping the potential threat a secret or embracing the potential for companionship that the intrusion represents. As the chaotic world that lurks outside the fence surrounding her farm disrupts Charlotte’s life even further, she must reach deep within herself and find the courage to become the mature young woman she claims to be—or risk losing everything that she and her family have worked so hard to build.
Despite the deadly virus that caused borders to close and governments to fall ten years earlier, fourteen-year-old Charlotte and her family have lived a challenging yet relatively peaceful life, isolated on their acreage in rural Nova Scotia. However, when Charlotte discovers that an interloper has infiltrated their property, she must decide between keeping the potential threat a secret or embracing the potential for companionship that the intrusion represents. As the chaotic world that lurks outside the fence surrounding her farm disrupts Charlotte’s life even further, she must reach deep within herself and find the courage to become the mature young woman she claims to be—or risk losing everything that she and her family have worked so hard to build.
Young Adult Fiction is a genre that I still enjoy every once in a while. I was really intrigued to read this novel as the synopsis is really interesting. THE AFTER by Joanne Taylor is the latest book in this genre that I have read. It is Book 1 in The After Series.
WOW, this book really captivated me from the very beginning and I didn't stop reading until I finished the book. The main character is in the book is 14yr old Charlotte, who lives in Nova Scotia with her family on their farm. Charlotte feels isolated from others due to a virus that ravaged the Country and Government 10yrs ago. Her life is changed when she meets a girl her age, Anna. Anna and Charlotte become friends rather quickly and their friendship is good for Charlotte as she comes out of her shell and the adventures she has are very intriguing. I LOVE how the author not only gives a glimpse at the past and current events, but goes into the future. The book is filled with Mystery and Intrigue. It is Dystopia based, which is a genre that I have come to enjoy. I HIGHLY recommend this book to anyone, but the age group of 10yrs through 15yrs old would truly enjoy this book. GREAT BOOK!
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J. Taylor is a mother of five and a classroom teacher who revels in the magic of storytelling. Like the protagonist of her novel, she grew up in Nova Scotia. However, she has since lived in Resolute Bay and Hall Beach, Nunavut, as well as Kelowna, BC, before settling in Calgary, AB. Her love of writing was inspired by her love of reading, which she has made a priority in her home and in her classroom. When she’s not reading, writing, or teaching, J. Taylor enjoys sports of all kinds, visiting her grown children, and getting out into nature.
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