I gave this book three stars because I don't really know what to make of it. I bought the film on DVD and then realised it was a book so immediately went and got the book out from the library. You never find out what actually happened to the world. You only find out who they are hiding from about half way through. No names are given - it's just the man and the boy. The ending is just about as miserable as the start. But then again, I seemed to like it. It was a very easy read with it being made up of short paragraphs and simple language. It's made me want to read another of McCarthy's books and I'll probably end up buying this one. I'll be finally watching the film now too!