“Book Descriptions: Rylie Addison faces the greatest leadership challenge of her life. As climate change ravages the world, leaving millions displaced, Rylie is handpicked by the enigmatic Maja Garcia of Gaia Enterprises to govern Terra Blanca, an unprecedented man-made island community for climate refugees. Thrust into a new world of power and responsibility, Rylie must navigate the treacherous waters of team dynamics and power struggles as she fights to make Terra Blanca a beacon of hope amidst the chaos. But her mission takes a sinister turn when a secret agent infiltrates the community, hell-bent on testing the innovative governance and social structures that form the backbone of the ambitious social experiment. As the stakes rise and the fragile foundations of Terra Blanca begin to crumble, Rylie is forced to confront her own beliefs and faces a leadership decision that could change the course of history. Can she find the strength to make the right choice, or will her actions lead to the downfall of the very people she has vowed to protect? Immerse yourself in the thrilling world of Terra Blanca, where every decision counts, and the future of humanity hangs in the balance. A.G. Riddle meets Emily St John Mandel in this gripping techno thriller prequel to the Gaia series—a tale of courage, ambition, and the relentless pursuit of a better world.” DRIVE