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Synopsis
A volatile evening of family drama is interrupted by a surprise earthquake, knocking out power to the entire city. Explosions ensue, followed by the appearance of something no one can explain, plunging the group into a high-stakes game of survival. With fires breaking out across the city and chaos in the streets, Marissa and her loved ones must decide the best way to survive the night. Sit tight and wait for help or try to escape on foot. Both are dangerous, but not nearly as deadly as the things stalking the city... An emotional apocalyptic thriller for fans of Cloverfield, Super 8, and Bird Box.
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The Wars Not Won: content & age rating
Intended for adult readers (18+).
This is an intense apocalyptic thriller with likely graphic violence, deadly creatures stalking characters, mass casualties, and sustained high-stakes terror. Expect strong language and traumatic scenarios throughout.
What to know going in
This book has strong violence, no sexual content, and moderate language. Content notes include graphic violence, gore, death, and mass death (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Adult readers who love creature-feature apocalypses like Cloverfield and Bird Box will be gripped by this high-tension survival story.