In How I Live Now by Meg Rosoff, fifteen-year-old Daisy from America is sent to England to live with her Aunt Penn and cousins due to family tensions. When a third world war erupts, Daisy and her cousins must survive the ensuing chaos and navigate the emotional and physical scars inflicted by the conflict. The story explores themes of love, survival, and resilience in a war-torn landscape. This novel includes themes of violence and psychological trauma.

How I Live Now by Meg Rosoff is praised for its compelling narrative and strong character development, capturing the harrowing experiences of its protagonist with a uniquely emotional and raw perspective. However, some critics find the novel's unconventional writing style and intense themes challenging. Overall, it offers a poignant and thought-provoking read.

Readers who relish introspective, young adult narratives will enjoy Meg Rosoff's How I Live Now. Fans of dystopian themes and emotional depth, akin to Suzanne Collins' The Hunger Games or John Green's The Fault in Our Stars, will find the book's mix of survival and personal growth compelling. Perfect for those seeking a blend of realism and speculative fiction.

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- How I Live Now was Meg Rosoff's debut novel and won several prestigious awards, including the Guardian Children's Fiction Prize in 2004.
- The novel was adapted into a film in 2013, directed by Kevin Macdonald and starring Saoirse Ronan as the protagonist, Daisy.
- Meg Rosoff was inspired to write the book after the events of 9/11, which is reflected in the novel's exploration of war and its impact on young people.

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