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Obernewtyn Chronicles, Isobelle Carmody
What it's about: The book series so far contains six novels, with a seventh on the way. It's set in a post apocalyptic setting, depicting a world long after its destruction by a nuclear holocaust.
Why you should read it: "The writing style and quality really transports you into the book setting. The characters are rich and varied and I have never come across another book with a similar storyline." – Rebecca Jean Bennett, Facebook
The Tomorrow Series, John Marsden
What it's about: The Tomorrow series captures a world where a small band of teenagers wage a guerrilla war on the enemy base after they find their home town in ruins. A movie adaption was released in 2010.
Why you should read it: "The Tomorrow when the War began series by John Marsden, His writing, as usual shows the perfect understanding of both the difficulties of being a teenager, a teenage girl, and puts it in this amazing backdrop. How he manages to so fluidly develop the characters throughout the series is a wonder." – Jess O'Toole, Facebook
Came Back to Show You I Could Fly, Robin Klein
What it's about: The novel explores a complex and unlikely friendship between a lonely 11-year-old boy and a drug-addicted, pregnant young woman.
Why you should read it: "A story of an unconventional friendship and learning about life the hard way." – debsw2
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