Drought Warning — J.R. Tate

Ryan Gibson has finally been reunited with his wife and son in the makeshift refuge of the old church cellar. Harper Springs is still reeling from the devastating tornadoes that have ravaged the town, but the stormy skies have given way to scorching heat, signaling a dangerous shift in the climate. Fear and uncertainty grip the survivors as they contemplate the wrath of Mother Nature and the perilous challenges that lie ahead. As they strive to rebuild their shattered community, Ryan is haunted by the urgent question of how they will sustain themselves as the water supply dwindles and record-breaking temperatures set in. The limited stock of non-perishable food is rapidly diminishing, fueling a desperate need to kickstart their reconstruction efforts. With Cecilia's parents still missing, Ryan embarks on a perilous mission to reunite their fractured family. Entrusting his friend Steve with the responsibilities in Harper Springs, he sets out with his father towards Fox Lake, only to encounter a series of harrowing obstacles that surpass the terror of tornadoes. Blazing wildfires, towering walls of dirt, and the ever-present threat of ruthless thieves and looters turn their journey into a battle for survival. As they bear witness to the widespread devastation and a post-apocalyptic landscape, they realize the daunting truth-the road to recovery may be more treacherous than they ever imagined. Get ready for a relentless rollercoaster ride through a world torn apart by extreme weather, as the characters face the harshest tests of their lives. Will they find the strength and ingenuity to rebuild against all odds, or will they succumb to the unforgiving forces of a damaged climate, forever lost in a post-apocalyptic wasteland?