Echoes by Elina Eshner
In a world devastated by a global catastrophe, two survivors- Mari, a resourceful engineer, and Dakota, a former musician-find each other in the ruins of a once-thriving city.They form an uneasy alliance to survive the harsh conditions, including marauding scavengers, dwindling resources, and an unforgiving climate.
As they work together to build a sustainable refuge, their relationship evolves from mutual dependence to a deep, unexpected love.But Dakota harbors a dark secret: he is a carrier of a dormant virus that could reignite the pandemic if triggered.
When Mari stumbles upon fragments of his past– a journal and medical records- she confronts him, forcing them to face not only their personal demons but also the possibility that their love could doom humanity’s future.
Together, they must make an impossible choice: risk their love for the chance to save what remains of the world or walk away from each other forever.