Disaster's Children: A Novel

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As the world dies, a woman must choose between her own survival and that of humankind.

Raised in a privileged community of wealthy survivalists on an idyllic, self-sustaining Oregon ranch, Marlo has always been insulated. The outside world, which the ranchers call 'the Disaster,' is a casualty of ravaging climate change, a troubled landscape on the brink of catastrophe. For as long as Marlo can remember, the unknown that lies beyond the borders of her utopia has been a curious obsession. But just as she plans her escape into the chaos of the real world, a charismatic new resident gives her a compelling reason to stay.

And, soon enough, a reason to doubt and to fear his intentions.

Now, feeling more and more trapped in a paradise that's become a prison, Marlo has a choice: stay in the only home she's ever known or break away, taking its secrets of survival with her.

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In this, her debut novel, Sloley masterfully weaves together the tropes of dystopia, romance, and mysterywith so many questions left unanswered, this dystopia is ripe for a sequel. Kirkus Reviews Sloleys debut showcases her well-crafted writing style and character development, and readers will be clamoring for a follow-up. This timely dystopian novel is written as a warning from the future and will be of interest to readers concerned for the climate of our planet. Booklist An interesting take on the dystopian novel where characters have been prepping for the end of the world. It touches on socioeconomics and who deserves to survive the apocalypse. Sloleys novel falls in line with the likes of Station Eleven and has a lot of sci-fi crossover appeal. Debutiful

Author Bio

Emma Sloley began her career as a features editor at Harpers BAZAAR Australia, where she worked for six years. In 2004, she and her husband made the move to New York. As a freelance travel writer in NYC, she has appeared in many US and international magazines, including Travel + Leisure, Cond Nast Traveler, and New York magazine. She has also published fiction, short fiction, and creative nonfiction in literary publications such as Catapult, The Masters Review Anthology, and Yemassee Journal. Her work has been twice nominated for a Pushcart Prize, and she has received a fellowship from the MacDowell Colony, where she wrote her debut novel, Disasters Children. Today she divides her time between the United States, Mexico, and various airport lounges. Visit her at www.emmasloley.com.