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Book Review of Life as We Knew It

Life as We Knew It
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I find survival stories fascinating but when you throw in a natural disaster along this scale, well, it becomes riveting. Miranda's POV in the form of diary entries made it an easy read, and I really liked how her family pulled together in the face of their trials rather than splinter with suspicion, resentment, or anger. Once finished, I felt rather unmoored over the idea of living through such a disaster; what would I do to survive? It's thought-provoking, imaginative, and even a little frightening. 3.5 stars.