The Last Kids on Earth and the Cosmic Beyond

The Last Kids on Earth and the Cosmic Beyond by Max Brallier is the next thrilling installment in the Last Kids on Earth series, set during the first winter after a monster apocalypse. Jack and his friends are living it up with sled catapults, snowball fights, and a grand Christmas celebration, but their fun takes a dark turn when they are targeted by a human villainess.

This new enemy steals Jack's beloved monster-slaying weapon, the Louisville Slicer, which sets him on a mission to reclaim it. However, the Louisville Slicer is not just a weapon—it holds the key to a sinister plan that could endanger the entire world and even the cosmos.

The story blends humorous adventures with action-packed moments, told through a mix of text and black-and-white illustrations, making it an ideal read for kids who enjoy a mix of comic-book style storytelling and video game-like excitement. Jack and his friends must navigate new challenges and face unexpected enemies as they uncover a plot that could have far-reaching consequences. It's a fun, fast-paced tale that's perfect for fans of adventure and the post-apocalyptic genre.