Told in alternating perspectives, this Norwegian novel weaves two stories together to form an apocalyptic story about family and survival. In 2019, seventy-year-old Signe takes to the ocean on a harrowing mission to cross in a sailboat, driven by lost love. Years later, following a worldwide water shortage in 2041, David and his daughter Lou flee drought-ravaged Southern Europe on a mission to reunite with their family. Along their journey, they find artifacts and belongings from Signe's adventure, and their stories merge.

Holly says: Fun fact: my husband and I kept bees for several years, and look forward to doing so again in the future. Any book on the theme of bees or beekeeping instantly catches my attention. In this first book in a series, we follow three beekeepers across several centuries: William, an English biologist 1852 seeking innovation; George, a U.S. beekeeper in 2007 during a time of agricultural transition; and finally Tao, who has adapted to a 2098 China without bees. As each protagonist grapples with family, loss, and change, the story invites us to consider our relationships with each other and the natural world around us. I learned about this book when it was recommended by Anne in What Should I Read Next #231, which is a great source for additional climate fiction recommendations. Translated from the Norwegian by Diane Oatley.