The Mistake

In a post-apocalyptic world where survival is a constant challenge, a group of kids, including fifteen-year-old Nester Bartlett, find refuge in a mountain safe house after escaping nuclear destruction. With no adults to guide them and unfamiliar responsibilities, they face threats from the environment, other survivors, and their own grief. As winter worsens and emergencies arise, the youths are forced to confront difficult decisions that will impact their future. This story explores resilience and the harsh realities of growing up in a shattered world.