The Phoenix Descent

Set in 2025, astronaut Caitlyn "Sif" Wagner and her team return to a post-apocalyptic Earth after a disastrous Mars mission, discovering a world transformed by overgrowth and devastation. As they navigate a tribal society, Sif uncovers the threat of the Riy, a deadly swarm seeking to spread infection, forcing her to join forces with a fierce warrior to survive. The story explores themes of survival and resilience in a transformed and hostile environment.