Book Reviews for The After
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"Taylor’s debut is a taut tale of survival in a post-pandemic world that’s buoyed by an amiable protagonist and a well-
developed setting. ... A riveting beginning to a promising new series."
-Kirkus Reviews
developed setting. ... A riveting beginning to a promising new series."
-Kirkus Reviews
"The After introduces an intrepid teenage heroine as she explores a changed world... this first series title lays ample
groundwork for the coming volumes."
-Foreword Clarion Review
groundwork for the coming volumes."
-Foreword Clarion Review
I read your book and I loved it! I can’t wait for second book to find out what happens next! The plot and characters are engaging plus I like all the Nova Scotia references.
Kathy Coughlan—Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
Kathy Coughlan—Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
I finished reading the After and found it to be an easy read. I enjoyed the descriptive passages and local references. There were a few surprises for me in the story. Very timely with the pandemic wrapping up— so to speak. I very much enjoyed the story and look forward to the next volume.
Lynn Simms—Retired Elementary Teacher who taught primarily in Hebbville, Nova Scotia
Lynn Simms—Retired Elementary Teacher who taught primarily in Hebbville, Nova Scotia
J. Taylor: I’m just starting Chapter 13, here at the cottage!!!! I love the story and the characters you've created! I'm totally drawn in!! Will Charlotte tell dear Gran about her new friend Anna? If Gran dies, I don't think Charlotte will ever forgive herself for allowing Anna access into their home. Or will Anna save Gran's life by finding Charlotte's dad and brother and bringing them home in time to save Gran's life? Anna knows the territory, she's been on the move and living rough since her own Mother and brothers died of the virus. Does Anna have the virus? She's the only intruder to Charlotte's farm in a long, long time. Who else could it be if not Anna? Inquiring minds want to know. I think I may be up to the wee hours of the morn to find out the ending!!!!
Jane McCann—Elementary School Teacher, Halifax, Nova Scotia
Jane McCann—Elementary School Teacher, Halifax, Nova Scotia
J. Taylor: Your novel, The After, had me right there with the characters, and I thought about them a lot when I finished the book.That is a sign I really enjoyed it and wanted to know more when the book was finished. I was so happy to see there was a sneak peek for the second novel in the series, Survival, because I was hooked and cared about what was going to happen to these characters.The dialogue flowed well and I found the setting to be important because many students would be able to make connections with what their own families went through during Covid.
Ruth Beck—Special Education Teacher
J. Taylor: Your novel, The After, had me right there with the characters, and I thought about them a lot when I finished the book.That is a sign I really enjoyed it and wanted to know more when the book was finished. I was so happy to see there was a sneak peek for the second novel in the series, Survival, because I was hooked and cared about what was going to happen to these characters.The dialogue flowed well and I found the setting to be important because many students would be able to make connections with what their own families went through during Covid.
Ruth Beck—Special Education Teacher
