This is a post-apocalyptic science fiction novel. In the aftermath of a great disaster, a series of suicides in the refuge city of Nova leads to the discovery of a terrifying scientific project—The Crossed Phoenix. As officers Leo and Emily investigate, they uncover a lie that threatens the entire world. What’s truly terrifying isn’t the enslavement and manipulation, but the cold, heartless abandonment. With a tightly woven plot, profound philosophical themes, and subtle psychological depth, this story unfolds a possible future for you to explore.