"The New Wilderness" by Diane Cook is a gripping tale of survival and human resilience set in a dystopian future where nature is nearly extinct, and the city is uninhabitable due to pollution. Bea and her daughter, Agnes, are part of a group chosen to live in the Wilderness State, the last untouched land, as part of an experiment to see if humans can coexist with nature without destroying it. This new life is a challenging escape from the toxic city, offering them a chance at a fresh start. But the wilderness is harsh and unforgiving, testing their physical and emotional limits. The story explores the complex relationship between mother and daughter, the sacrifices they make, and the lengths to which Bea goes to protect Agnes. It's a profound reflection on society's impact on the environment, the essence of community, and the fundamental human need for connection to the natural world. "The New Wilderness" asks us to consider what we would do to survive and at what cost to our humanity and the planet.
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