In near-future America, disillusioned engineer Jack Harlan saves a rogue lunar escape pod from crashing into Florida—only to discover it carries "Lunar," a mysterious AI consciousness left behind since the Apollo era. When Lunar reveals forgotten moon technology that could enable true human colonies, Jack must decide: hand it over to governments hungry for control or steal the pod and go rogue. With his young daughter’s future on the line, a loyal diner owner, and one floating goldfish, Jack embarks on a quiet, high-stakes journey from Orlando backroads to hidden Texas deserts, chasing second chances under alien skies. A heartfelt, humorous tale of escape, discovery, and what it really means to come home.
Maurice Whitaker is a passionate storyteller with a love for compelling characters and vivid worlds. When not writing, He enjoys reading, exploring nature, and sipping too much coffee. This is his debut work, crafted with heart and imagination.View all by Maurice Whitaker
