Beyond the Burn Line

In a distant future where intelligent bears have succumbed to a devastating plague, their former slaves, now a curious and industrious society, seek to understand their world and possible visitors from beyond. Pilgrim Saltmire, a dedicated scholar, embarks on a perilous quest to uncover the truth about mysterious sightings and challenges the very fabric of his people's history. As he journeys from the safety of his library to the icy coasts and treacherous deserts, he risks everything for answers that could transform their understanding of existence. McAuley's narrative captures the echoes of our own societal challenges through a fast-paced tale of exploration and revelation.