How I Live Now by Meg Rosoff is a gripping young adult novel set against the backdrop of a devastating war. The story follows fifteen-year-old Daisy, who is sent from Manhattan to England to visit her aunt and cousins. However, her visit turns into a life-altering experience as London is suddenly attacked, and the country is occupied by an unnamed enemy. As Daisy and her cousins face the collapse of society, they are forced to navigate a world that is increasingly dangerous and unpredictable.
With Daisy’s deepening bond with her cousins, the novel explores themes of survival, resilience, and the impact of war on relationships. The isolated farm where they live becomes a strange kind of Eden—free of adult supervision and societal rules—but the war is an ever-present threat. How I Live Now is a powerful, thought-provoking narrative that will captivate readers with its emotional depth and its exploration of family, love, and loss during wartime.
Perfect for fans of young adult fiction who enjoy stories of survival and complex relationships, this novel will leave readers questioning what it means to live in times of extreme adversity.
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