Survival’s Edge takes place after an EMP has struck and follows two teens as they deal with the challenges of this new word and the chaos that ensues. The bond between Alex and Maya is fun to watch as it develops. I enjoyed the premise, but the story needs work. First, the formatting is odd with different colors and borders on every page. Second, it could really use editing; phrases are repeated over and over, sections are used for scene breaks and with the font shifts becomes disruptive. Finally, as the story progresses, it becomes highly condensed in narration. There is a lot happening and seeing it, rather than being told it, would help. As well, with all that is going on, having more insight into Alex and Maya’s inner thoughts and emotions would help. The second half of the story feels more like a cliff-notes summary. I realize it is intended to be a quick read, but I would have preferred to focus on just a few chapters and develop the story more. Overall, I give it 3.5 stars with the potential to develop in to 5 stars as there the underlying plot line is interesting.
