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The Fifth Wave Series

This gripping series plunges readers into a world where humanity faces a mysterious alien invasion, unfolding in a series of catastrophic 'waves'. The protagonists must fight for survival in a post-apocalyptic landscape where trust is a dangerous commodity. It's a tale of courage, love, and loss, exploring what it means to be human when everything else has been stripped away. The suspenseful and emotionally charged narrative promises a reading experience filled with twists and unexpected revelations.

The 5th Wave Collection
The Last Star
The Infinite Sea
The 5th Wave

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  1. The 5th Wave

    • 457 pages
    • 16 hours of reading

    The New York Times bestseller is now a major motion picture! This gripping tale has received numerous accolades, including the 2014 Red House Children's Book Award and recognition as a finalist for the Teen Book of the Year. It has been praised as a remarkable read by Entertainment Weekly and is a blend of suspense and science fiction reminiscent of The Passage and Ender's Game. In a world devastated by an alien invasion, the first wave leaves only darkness, the second wave claims the lucky, and the third wave ensures that only the unlucky survive. With the fourth wave, the sole rule is to trust no one. As Cassie flees from the alien beings that appear human and wreak havoc on Earth, she believes solitude is her best chance for survival. However, her encounter with the enigmatic Evan Walker complicates her mission to rescue her brother and survive. Cassie faces a heart-wrenching choice between trust and despair, defiance and surrender, life and death. Described as "wildly entertaining" by The New York Times Book Review, this modern sci-fi masterpiece promises to redefine the genre. The series continues with The Infinite Sea and The Last Star, further exploring the gripping narrative and its compelling characters.

    The 5th Wave1
    4.0

  2. The Infinite Sea

    How do you rid the Earth of seven billion humans? Rid the humans of their humanity. Surviving the first four waves was nearly impossible. Now Cassie Sullivan finds herself in a new world, a world in which the fundamental trust that binds us together is gone. As the 5th Wave rolls across the landscape, Cassie, Ben, and Ringer are forced to confront the Others’ ultimate goal: the extermination of the human race. Cassie and her friends haven’t seen the depths to which the Others will sink, nor have the Others seen the heights to which humanity will rise, in the ultimate battle between life and death, hope and despair, love and hate.

    The Infinite Sea2
    3.9

  3. The Last Star

    The enemy is Other. The enemy is us. They’re down here, they’re up there, they’re nowhere. They want the Earth, they want us to have it. They came to wipe us out, they came to save us. But beneath these riddles lies one truth: Cassie has been betrayed. So has Ringer. Zombie. Nugget. And all 7.5 billion people who used to live on our planet. Betrayed first by the Others, and now by ourselves. In these last days, Earth’s remaining survivors will need to decide what’s more important: saving themselves…or saving what makes us human.

    The Last Star3
    3.6

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    Praise for this thrilling series is abundant, with critics hailing it as a modern sci-fi masterpiece. The first installment captivates with its remarkable storytelling, leading to a sequel that impressively builds on its predecessor. Readers find the pacing heart-pounding, the prose lyrical, and the twists mind-bending, creating an epic tale filled with romance, action, and suspense. The finale delivers an unforgettable and haunting conclusion, showcasing achingly precise prose that intensifies as the story unfolds. The narrative remains relentless, with action that grips the reader while maintaining beautiful language. Critics note that the ending is both satisfying and heartbreaking, true to the characters and the world crafted throughout the series. Yancey’s writing remains solid and descriptive, effectively revealing the complexities of the human condition. The series culminates in a powerful finale that emphasizes girl power, featuring an uneasy alliance between key characters that highlights the best moments of this thought-provoking conclusion. Overall, the series is celebrated for its engaging plot and emotional depth, making it a must-read for fans of the genre.

    The 5th Wave Collection
    4.2