Cavern

Kelly Keevins

Book cover for Cavern
Book cover for Cavern
Book cover for Cavern
Book cover for Cavern

Cavern

Cavern

Kelly Keevins

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Description

It has been five years since biochemical warfare destroyed the world. Five years since anyone could breathe the air outside of the cavern. And almost five years since the inhabitants of the cavern have seen any outsiders besides the group known as the Elite, who allow them to live there. Until Elsie shows up.

Elsie can't remember where she came from or how she got here. And she doesn't remember the world ending. Luckily, the cavern inhabitants are kind and understanding-except for Angelo, who thinks she is a spy for the Elite. Soon Elsie becomes enmeshed in cavern living and indispensable to those around her. But Angelo can't help but wonder if she knows more than she's letting on.

A dystopian young adult novel, The Cavern explores questions of hope, love, and survival at the world's end.

Critical Reviews

"The Cavern is a riveting tale of survival, trust, and hope for the future of humanity. The atmospheric setting is vivid and immersive, making it easy to be transported into this futuristic world. The author seamlessly mixes innovative elements with real-world emotions and relatable characters, which makes you feel like you are living the journey alongside them. The dystopian world Kelly Keevins created makes this book a captivating read." -Katrina Mackrides, author of The Salty Swan

"The Cavern is a cozy mystery wrapped in a postapocalyptic saga for survival. It's a fun ride through an unknown future that ultimately lands in a comforting, human place-hope and love." -Steve Schafer, author of eMortal and The Border

"The Cavern had me hooked from the first page! A perfect blend of suspense, imagination, and heart-this fast-paced and immersive YA dystopian novel is perfect for readers who love well-crafted, gripping stories."-Natacha Belair, award-winning author of A Stellar Purpose trilogy

"Set in a near-future timeline where the air has become toxic from biological warfare, Kelly Keevins' haunting debut follows a young woman, Elsie, as she awakens in an underground cavern with no memory of the preceding events. From the opening page, readers are drawn into the mystery of this story as Elsie tries to piece together what happened to her and regain her memories-all while attempting to survive with others in a harrowing dystopian setting. Yet there is hope in this tale, and the promise of a better world. With engaging characters, riveting plot twists, and poignant exchanges filled with love and beauty, Keevins delivers a fantastic debut novel that promises to keep readers hooked." -Mark Sabbas, award-winning author of The Monarchs

Publishing Information

Publisher: Koehler Books
Pub date: 2025-05-13
Length: 206 pages

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