The Dead and the Gone by Susan Beth Pfeffer

The second book in the Life as We Knew It Trilogy, The Dead and the Gone takes place in a bustling city where danger lurks on every corner.  Alex must care for his sisters when his parents disappear after a tidal wave, and this isn't an easy job.  The family quickly runs out of food and just keeping warm poses to be life threatening.  I like Alex because in spite of the horrific obstacles that he faces, he keeps his faith in God.  He can't explain or understand why all of the natural disasters have occurred, but he seeks to do what is right and often, difficult.  

Alex has to make decisions that most adults would find difficult.  The city has always been his home, but home has changed.

I really enjoyed this novel.  After going through an ice storm that stalled my town for weeks, I have such a greater appreciation for things that I once took for granted.