The virus didn’t destroy the world… the cure did.

When a deadly virus sweeps through Harmony Falls, Andrew's family finds refuge in an underground bunker. But as the world crumbles, it's not the virus that turns people into mindless, rage-filled killers - it's the vaccine they're told will save them.

As Andrew watches the vaccinated population transform into violent monsters, he realizes survival isn't just about staying hidden, but about uncovering the dark truth behind a so-called cure. His mission becomes even more urgent when he reconnects with Bella, his childhood friend who has been surviving on her own.

As their bond deepens and they navigate their complicated feelings, Bella's tough survival instincts challenge Andrew's protective nature. Together, they teach each other skills that might be the key to surviving. But with his younger sister Lilly's life on the line, Andrew must decide. Can Bella's toughness help him shield his family, or will his need to protect them be his downfall?

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Susan Howard

Author of children's adventures and mystery novels