Fire in Paradise

"Fire in Paradise" recounts the devastating wildfire that destroyed the town of Paradise, California, in 2018, capturing the event through hundreds of interviews with residents, first responders, and experts. The narrative highlights brave rescues, harrowing escapes, and the complex science and causes behind the disaster, including the role of the local power company. Amid discussions of climate change and evolving fire behavior, the book portrays a community and landscape under unprecedented threat, offering a powerful, detailed account of a catastrophe that marked a new chapter in America's wildfire history.