The Mars Diary
*story is paused to focus on "A Bite of Responsibility: Chronicles of a Vampire Guardian."*
In the midst of Earth's descent into World War III, this story unfolds through the personal journal of Kimmy, a resilient teenage girl living on a young Martian colony. She is given a journal for her birthday which she uses to document her daily life on Mars. Shortly after, the war emerges and begins to ravage Earth. The colonists on Mars find themselves cut off from their home planet, forced to navigate the harsh realities of survival on the unforgiving red planet.
Kimmy's journal transitions from a hobby to increase her writing capabilities to a chronicle of the struggles and triumphs that define life on Mars during these tumultuous times. With Earth communications severed, the colonists grapple with uncertainty, shortages, and the constant threat of isolation. As their self-sufficient community is put to the test, Kimmy emerges as a beacon of hope, documenting the daily challenges of maintaining life in the face of adversity.
The journal entries reveal Kimmy's growth as she transforms from an ordinary teenager into a resourceful leader within the Martian colony, especially as many of the adults begin to violently quarrel with each other. She and her fellow colonists must adapt to the harsh Martian environment, utilizing limited resources and pioneering new ways to sustain life. From cultivating Martian soil for agriculture to repurposing technology for survival, the community's resilience is a testament to the human spirit.
Amidst the challenges, Kimmy forms unexpected alliances, confronts personal fears, discovers the strength within herself that she never knew existed, and reveals hidden truths about the colony. As the war on Earth intensifies, the Martian colony becomes a symbol of hope and a new beginning for humanity. Kimmy's journal captures not only the physical struggles of survival, but also the emotional journey of forging a new life on the Red Planet and a deeper look into the human condition and tribalism.
Author's Note:
“The Mars Journal” is a compelling coming-of-age story set against the background of a world at war, inspired heavily by the writings of Anne Frank. New chapters will be issued daily. As this is my debut web novel, I appreciate any feedback, ratings, etc. Thank you for reading.
DarkWandering · SF
