Wasteland

Wasteland, the first book in the trilogy by Susan Kim and Laurence Klavan, is a gripping survival story set in a post-apocalyptic United States where life is short and danger lurks around every corner. Amidst threats from deadly diseases and the threat of violent outcasts called variants, protagonist Esther navigates a world of secrets and shifting alliances. Her encounter with Caleb offers a glimmer of hope in a harsh and perilous landscape.