Day of Now

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9781526684325

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To survive, trust no one. An explosive dystopian YA novel perfect for fans of The Last of Us and All That's Left in the World. A devastating fungal pandemic has wiped out most of society. Dayna and Pax live in an isolated house in the countryside, learning to survive in the world left behind. But when their father gets sick they make a choice that changes everything- they summon help from the outside. And they're not prepared for the betrayal that follows . . . Dayna and Pax must race against time across a ruthless landscape to save their father. They won't be able to do it on their own, but who can they trust in a world where survival is everything? A powerful post-apocalyptic story about growing up fast and facing impossible choices.

Reviews

  • 4
    family, apocalypse, morality, fungus, adventure, community

    Posted by Novel Insight Reviews on 10th Feb 2026

    Dayna and Pax live with their father, convinced there is no one left in the whole world. When Dayna finds an old-fashioned radio, they hear a message saying to join the Hummingbird people. Despite their father’s warning, they set out to find them. Along the way, they witness the horrors of this dystopian world and are left to question their own morality in what they do to survive. An exciting and engaging post-apocalyptic survival story exploring themes and change and the consequences of your choices. It’s ideal for senior high readers.