Description
In a world divided by the constant battle between environment and economy, will a spark of hope be enough to change people’s minds?
Sophomore Savanna Meadows can’t seem to stay out of trouble. After the disappearance of her older sister and the death of her rebel mother, there is a fire in her that refuses to be put out, and she’s so tired of being quiet. In a world full of propaganda and a government always looking to make a profit, Savanna must convince the world that the environment she cares so much about is worth saving, and that it has a place in the future of the country. Growing up in the Capital with a father in the government, she is determined to tell everyone the real truth, that business will not save them from impending environmental doom.
But then there are the people who seem determined to get in her way, including the people closest to her. Her brother, Storm Meadows, is determined to keep secrets from her, no matter the cost. And then there is Boreas Evergreen, her ex-best friend, who hides behind sharp words and bitter hatred.
But not everything is as it seems as Savanna is thrown headfirst into a world of fantasy, politics, and buried secrets. Can she emerge victorious and protect the places she calls home?
About the Author:
Kamya Patwardhan is an emerging author and poet from Mountain View, California. She was recognized as a finalist in the Inklings Book Contest where she dabbled in using poetry to express ideas ranging from friendship to environmental change. She loves the outdoors and being out in nature, which often is inspiration for her writing. She is a dancer, choreographer, and dance instructor and loves experimenting with many different styles including Bollywood, Hip Hop, Jazz, and Contemporary. When she’s not dancing or writing, you can find her on the basketball court, where she loves hanging out with her teammates and competing for her school. She’s also an avid reader and one day hopes to become a natural scientist.
Sales of The Guardians of the Earth support an organization called Canopy, a group that is dedicated to improving canopy coverage in urban areas by teaching local communities to plant and care for trees.
