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Reviewed by Pikasho Deka for Readers' Favorite
The Final Shelter is a dystopian mystery by Rob Ramos. The world order has collapsed. Cities are overpopulated, power cuts have become normal, riots are common, and citizens live amid poverty and squalor, barring a privileged few who live in protected areas. Phoebe Jones, a former environmentalist turned private teacher, receives an unexpected invitation from a mysterious group called Honeycomb Corp, offering her a place of sanctuary in a protected bunker with two of her chosen people. Meanwhile, trade routes have been inexplicably blocked by an unknown entity, sabotaging global trade and bringing the entire world to the brink of nuclear war. With ancient prophecies predicting an upcoming apocalypse and riots on the streets, Phoebe and her friend Miriam must embark on a dangerous journey. Will they find sanctuary?
If you love apocalyptic dystopian fiction, you must not miss out on The Final Shelter. Layered with mystery, suspense, and intrigue, Rob Ramos's engrossing narrative never lets you take your eyes off the pages, with the unexpected twists and turns of the plot making you keen to read what's going to happen next. I was completely absorbed in Phoebe's story arc and found myself rooting for her to reach the sanctuary, along with Miriam. Phoebe and Jude's complicated dynamic was another highlight of the book for me. Ramos also excels in making the setting feel immersive, with a narrative steeped in tension and thrills. It's rare for apocalyptic stories to have a hopeful ending, so I was pleasantly surprised by the author's choice to take that route. In conclusion, this is a fantastic book for fans of dystopian thrillers.
