Maria, a brilliant botanist who once devoted her life to healing the planet through science, becomes the unlikely leader of a small community of survivors. As the group attempts to create a new home in the midst of the desolation, they face threats from other survivors and remnants of the old world, including the enigmatic and tyrannical Rourke.
Ideal for ESL students, the novel serves as an engaging and accessible tool for language development, incorporating rich descriptions and dialogues that facilitate learning. The gripping science fiction adventure explores complex issues and themes, encouraging readers to think critically while improving their English skills.