The Quiet at the End of the World

Perfect for fans of The Last of Us, All That's Left in the World and The Last Bookstore on Earth, this thrilling dystopian YA novel imagines a future in which a virus has caused global infertility. A compelling and twisty story of survival, humanity and love in the quiet at the end of the world.
Finalist in the National Cyber Awards for Book of the Year
Amazon's Teachers' Pick
Shortlisted for the STEAM Children's Book Prize
Shortlisted for the YA Book Prize
Winner of the RED Book Award
"A hugely rewarding read." SFX Magazine

"James is one to watch." Kirkus Reviews
How far would you go to save those you love?
Lowrie and Shen are the youngest people on the planet after a virus caused global infertility. Closeted in a pocket of London and doted upon by a small, ageing community, the pair spend their days mudlarking and looking for treasure – until a secret is uncovered that threatens not only their family but humanity's entire existence. Now Lowrie and Shen face an impossible choice: in the quiet at the end of the world, they must decide what to sacrifice to save the whole human race...