A Tree for Antarctica

Described by reviewers as “Gripping” and “Destined to be celebrated,” for its characters, realism, writing, and well researched scenarios, A Tree for Antarctica grabs hold from the first page and does not let go!  Action starts in Chile, moves to South Carolina and high Canada, before plunging to the tip of South America and – you guessed it – ANTARCTICA!

Dal Riley is a decorated climate rescue pilot about to marry his sweetheart Ana, when he quits his job to take on a desperate mission planned by an old man who has outlived his allowed years but is hanging on to life.  The Mission: to save Antarctica from exploitation while trying to reduce the dangerously high CO2 in earth’s atmosphere.  Ruthless Black Coats and an unexpected disaster throw his team into chaos, while putting his life and marriage to Ana in extreme peril.  The twists and turns in this futuristic thriller will keep readers wondering until the very last page!

Praise for A Tree for Antarctica

“With gripping pace and unforgettable characters, A Tree for Antarctica propels us into humanity’s fight to survive a future world of global climate change. V. J. Michaux has written a triumphant novel embracing the humanity of The Grapes of Wrath and the scientific precision of Silent Spring. Destined to be celebrated for its prescience.”

“Earth’s polar regions are pivotal to humanity’s future. A compelling, important thriller, with realistic and memorable characters. V. J. Michaux has written an intriguing page-turner. How her engaging characters navigate our landscapes to come is both enjoyable and also un- forgettable. A must-read book.”

“With engaging writing that is inviting, not confrontational, realistic but not bleeding heart, V. J. Michaux brings attention to the urgency of needed change regarding human impact on climate. This is reflected in the challenges faced by Dal, Naija, and Walt as they navigate seemingly insurmountable odds. The book engages within the confines of individuals, while articulating broader implications for the whole planet.”

“V. J. Michaux mixes fictionalized characters impacted by and trying to mitigate the state of the world produced by advanced climate change with scientifically realistic scenarios, creating both an enjoyable and informative read.”

“As the imperatives for action on climate change enter a critical phase, it is brilliant stories like this that engage, inform, and influence. Treat this as a reconnoiter, and buckle up for an eye-opening encounter—even for a seasoned polar explorer.”

“V. J. Michaux has created a spine-chilling novel, supporting her picture of the future with well-researched facts within a five-star narrative. A Tree for Antarctica is an enthralling page-turner. I consider this book one of the most important to be written recently on the subject of preserving the world we live in. As important a message as Silent Spring.”

“V. J. Michaux’s eloquent and compelling depiction of our planet in the not-too-distant future is a prompting to all that now is the time to take action and work together to mitigate the effects of climate change.”

"A brilliantly inventive novel, following Dal Riley on his most dangerous mission of all, in which he carries hope and the future of the planet with him—and the chance of failure is high. The characters are rich and interesting, showing the best and worst of human nature. It is a tale of hope for survival against the odds. A gripping page-turner."

"A well-written, informing, and above all intriguing novel."

"During our thirty-plus years spent studying penguins and skuas in Ant- arctica, we documented more than 50% declines in two penguin species populations, and we clearly linked these to climate warming. The scenario presented in A Tree for Antarctica is very plausible, particularly if we do nothing to curb the use of fossil fuels. We should definitely see this book as a wake-up call to what is possible in the future."