“Still, some nights I grieved. I grieved as much at what I knew must be the fleeting nature of my present happiness as any loss, any past. We lived on some edge, if we ever lived on a rolling plain. Who knew what attack, what illness. That doubleness again. Like flying: the stillness and speed, serenity and danger.”
In this gripping post-apocalyptic novel, a man named Hig survives in a world where the majority of humanity has been wiped out by a mysterious virus. Living in an abandoned airport, Hig struggles to maintain his sanity and find purpose in a world that has become a desolate wasteland. His life takes an unexpected turn when he encounters a woman named Sal and her dog, Manfred, who join him on a journey across the desolate landscape. As they navigate the dangers of the world, Hig and Sal must confront their own fears and the harsh realities of their new existence. more
Peter Heller is an American author born on February 13, 1959. His works span various literary genres, including novels, non-fiction, and poetry. Heller is known for his distinctive narrative style and profound depiction of the natural environment. more