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Series

The Passage

3 books

The Passage series by Justin Cronin has 3 books. Start with The Passage (2010), then read the rest in the order below.

The Passage reading order

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The Passage

Justin Cronin

In a world irrevocably altered by a catastrophic government experiment, a young girl named Amy becomes humanity's last hope. Abandoned and pursued, her escape sets in motion a chain of events that leads to the collapse of civilization. Decades later, as darkness and violence reign, Amy emerges with a mysterious power and the daunting task of saving a ruined world. This epic saga masterfully blends thrilling suspense with profound themes of survival, sacrifice, and the enduring search for hope in the face of unimaginable devastation.

FantasyHorrorEpic Fantasy
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The Twelve

Justin Cronin

In a world irrevocably altered by a catastrophic experiment, a small band of survivors struggles to endure the ensuing darkness and protect what little they have left. A century later, humanity has been reshaped, but the echoes of the past and the threat of the transformed linger. A determined group embarks on a perilous quest, seeking the origins of the viral outbreak that shattered civilization, hoping to find a way to reclaim their future. This epic saga explores themes of survival, sacrifice, and the enduring human spirit against overwhelming odds.

Science FictionDystopianAdventure Fiction
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The City of Mirrors

Justin Cronin

The epic conclusion to a generation-spanning saga, The City of Mirrors brings Justin Cronin's acclaimed trilogy to a breathtaking close. As humanity tentatively rebuilds after a century of darkness, the ultimate threat re-emerges in the form of Zero, the ancient evil who seeks to extinguish the last embers of hope. The fate of the world rests on Amy, the immortal girl who has fought for so long, as she confronts her creator in a final, cataclysmic battle. This thrilling narrative masterfully weaves together themes of survival, sacrifice, and the enduring power of the human spirit against overwhelming odds.

FantasyEpic FantasyDystopian