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All That's Left in the World — Content Guide for Parents

By Erik J. BrownHarperCollins Publishers2023-05-16ISBN 9780063054981368 pages
All That's Left in the World

Themes present

Violence
Scary content
Climate change
Sexual identity
Gender roles
LGBTQ+ themes

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Contains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.

About this book

What If It's Us meets They Both Die at the End in this postapocalyptic, queer YA adventure romance from debut author Erik J. Brown. Perfect for fans of Adam Silvera, Alex London, and Heartstopper by Alice Oseman.

When Andrew stumbles upon Jamie's house, he's injured, starved, and has nothing left to lose. A deadly pathogen has killed off most of the world's population, including everyone both boys have ever loved. And if this new world has taught them anything, it's to be scared of what other desperate people will do . . . so why does it seem so easy for them to trust each other?

After danger breaches their shelter, they flee south in search of civilization. But something isn't adding up about Andrew's story, and it could cost them everything. And Jamie has a secret, too. He's starting to feel something more than friendship for Andrew, adding another layer of fear and confusion to an already tumultuous journey.

The road ahead of them is long, and to survive, they'll have to shed their secrets, face the consequences of their actions, and find the courage to fight for the future they desire, together. Only one thing feels certain: all that's left in their world is the undeniable pull they have toward each other.

Frequently asked questions

  • Is All That's Left in the World appropriate for a 7-year-old?

    The narrative includes elements of violence associated with a post-apocalyptic setting, including references to a flu strain with a high mortality rate and the dangers faced by the characters. The book is set in a dystopian world that is described as very scary, reflecting the challenges and fears of surviving in a post-apocalyptic environment.

  • Does All That's Left in the World have violence?

    The narrative includes elements of violence associated with a post-apocalyptic setting, including references to a flu strain with a high mortality rate and the dangers faced by the characters.

  • Does All That's Left in the World have scary content?

    The book is set in a dystopian world that is described as very scary, reflecting the challenges and fears of surviving in a post-apocalyptic environment.

  • Does All That's Left in the World have religious themes?

    No religious content or themes detected in the search results.

  • Does All That's Left in the World have racial/cultural content?

    While the main characters are described as white, there are no central themes of race or racism in the narrative based on the search results.

  • Does All That's Left in the World have profanity?

    No profanity detected in the search results.

  • Does All That's Left in the World have climate change?

    The narrative is set against the backdrop of a pandemic and a subsequent flu strain, which can be interpreted as a commentary on societal responses to crises, including health and environmental issues.

  • Does All That's Left in the World have sexual identity?

    The book is described as a queer YA romance, suggesting the presence of romantic and potentially sexual themes as the characters explore their relationship.

  • Does All That's Left in the World have gender roles?

    The book addresses themes related to gender roles, particularly in the context of a post-apocalyptic society, as mentioned in the reviews discussing relevant topics like homophobia and gender roles.

  • Does All That's Left in the World have lgbtq+ themes?

    The book features two queer characters, Jamie and Andrew, navigating their relationship in a post-apocalyptic setting. The narrative explores their love and survival, highlighting LGBTQ+ experiences within the context of a dystopian world.