All That's Left in the World
Erik J. Brown
- Reading
- Try reading a section from each boy’s viewpoint before pausing to compare what each knows or feels. This can help you follow the changing trust between them without interrupting the journey’s suspense.
- Themes
- Two viewpoints on trust: The story is told from both Andrew’s and Jamie’s points of view as they build trust and Jamie develops feelings for Andrew. The alternating viewpoints provide insight into both characters and make their friendship-to-romance arc a central part of the journey.
- Survival after the pandemic: A pathogen has wiped out most of the population. Survivors try to build new lives amid scarce supplies and a changed world. The setting explores practical changes to everyday survival, including food and access to supplies, alongside the boys’ search for civilisation.
- Worth knowing
- The pandemic has killed most of the population, including both boys’ loved ones. The story also includes danger and tense action during their efforts to survive.