This novel is an apocalyptic tale following an epic environmental shift with new, more powerful storms called hypercanes pounding the Earth into submission. Nonie’s family are survivors of these superstorms seeking supplies and sanctuary in a much-changed existence, as major flooding has destroyed much of the world’s landscape and infrastructure. Before the hypercanes, Nonie’s parents were researchers at the American Museum of Natural History in NYC. Educating their children in many subjects and enhancing survival skills, whilst preserving their humanity . . . they are now entrusting their children as keepers of history and knowledge. Some of the other survivors they encounter have let fear dictate over logic and have devolved into animalistic desperation. Will ruthlessness become the only adaptation to ensure a future in this new world?
If you can get over the slow parts, this is an interesting and thought-provoking read . . . one that a younger crowd may also appreciate. I highly recommend this book to any fan of disaster fiction.
I thank NetGalley and the publisher for an advanced copy of All the Water in the World for my unbiased evaluation. 3 stars
