In a near-future Albuquerque, UPS driver Marcus Reilly stumbles into first contact when a dying orbital habitat crew warns of the "Silence"—a cosmic phenomenon snuffing out stellar radiation, headed for Earth’s sun. With his best friend Luis and sharp-eyed neighbor Mrs. Kowalski, Marcus becomes the unlikely ground link for the last survivors of Elara Station. Racing against cascading blackouts and a mute sun, they safeguard critical data and seeds for humanity’s future while protecting Marcus’s kids from panic. A grounded, humorous tale of ordinary people facing an extraordinary quiet
Diana Sandoval is an author with a passion for storytelling and creative exploration. With a fresh voice and unique perspective, she brings new energy to the literary scene. This debut marks the beginning of an exciting writing journey.View all by Diana Sandoval
