The New Wilderness by Diane Cook

From an acclaimed writer comes a powerful novel exploring a mother's love tested by an environmental crisis. Described as both brutal and beautiful, The New Wilderness follows Bea and her daughter Agnes as they navigate a smog and pollution-filled metropolis, seeking refuge in the untamed lands known as The Wilderness State. As they adapt to a new way of living, Bea must face the possibility of losing her daughter despite her efforts to save her. This passionate story is a testament to a mother's determination in a rapidly changing world. Nominated for the DUBLIN Literary Award 2022, chosen as a Guardian Best Science Fiction Book of the Year, and recognized as a top book of 2020 by BBC Culture and the Irish Times.