Nick & Allie never knew each other in life but literally ran into each other in death. When the cars they were riding in hit head-on, both Nick & Allie were ejected. Nick was in the middle seat which lacked a seatbelt and Allie had just taken hers off to adjust her shirt. They both remember seeing the light at the end of the tunnel and then feeling something (or in this case someone) bump them off course.When they awaken after a dreamless nine month sleep, Nick and Allie discover they are in a place called Everlost. Only children and teenagers find themselves in Everlost, as adults always seem to get where they were going. The dead world of Everlost exists parallel to the living world. The Afterlights, the name for those souls in Everlost, can see the living world but can't touch it. In fact they can sink into the living earth and become trapped for eternity.
Certain places also exist in Everlost. Those that were truly loved will cross over, like the World Trade Center. Nick & Allie eventually find their way to New York City and meet the Queen of Lost Souls. Mary Hightower has created a community in the World Trade Centers, where children are able to spend their time and do what they love.
But Allie isn't willing to let go of life so easily. She wants to find a way out of Everlost at any cost.
Why I picked up the book: Lots of teens had been recommending it to me.
Why I finished it: Very compelling. While the characters are dead, it isn't that grim of a story.
I'd give it to: Neal Shusterman fans. Readers who like realistic fiction but with a twist of fantasy and sci-fi.
My rating: 4 of 5 stars
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