Imber

Imber

Set in a future where Earth has become a lethal and volatile place, Imber is a darkly thrilling tale of survival, secrets, and what it means to be connected. The remnants of humanity are living in hiding, making the best of their circumstances while searching for a new celestial home. Just when salvation seems imminent, four strangers discover they have an unusual, inexplicable link—one that pitches them headlong into high adventure and intrigue. Totally unprepared, the four must navigate shocking obstacles and trust unexpected allies as they race against the clock to unravel a chain of unsettling revelations that could impact the fate of the world. The government has been concealing important facts about humankind’s promising hereafter. Will the efforts of a farmer, a hacker, a businessman, and an academic be enough to overcome impossible odds and expose the truth before it’s too late? 2025 IAN Book of the Year Winner – Science Fiction/Dystopia 2025 Readers' Favorite Gold Medal – Conspiracy Thriller 2025 Royal Dragonfly Book Awards 2nd Place – Science Fiction/Fantasy 2025 Reader Views Literary Awards Classics Division Bronze Medal – Science Fiction 2025 American Book Fest Best Book Finalist – Science Fiction 2025 B.R.A.G. Medallion Honoree 2025 Page Turner Book Awards Finalist 2025 Shelf Unbound Top 100 Notable Books 2025 BookLife Prize Quarterfinalist 2025 Literary Titan Gold Book Award 2026 Feathered Quill Book Awards Finalist – Science Fiction "Mistina's appreciation for natural life sweeps through this post apocalyptic doomsday, imbuing it with optimism and hope as her four heroes take on impossible odds and face heart-wrenching decisions . . . Imber is indulgently descriptive and peppered with vivid vocabulary, constructing a terrifying world that seems both familiar and visionary." —BookLife Reviews, Editor's Pick "The way the story unfolds is masterful. It is like a slow-building fire that gradually consumes you, leaving you breathless and on edge . . . The tension builds to a fever pitch, and just when you think you know what is going on, the rug gets pulled out from under you. There are twists and turns galore, with conspiracies and thrilling moments that'll keep you guessing till the very end." — Book Nerdection, Must Read "Mistina doesn't just write; she paints with words. She lets grief sit beside beauty. The prose made me feel something in every paragraph, like each sentence had its own pulse . . . Imber isn't just a sci-fi story or a survival tale. It's a quiet rebellion against numbness. It reminds us what it means to feel deeply, to protect fiercely, and to listen—even when it's hard." -Literary Titan, ★★★★★, 2025 Gold Book Award "Author Deborah Mistina weaves a beautiful story of survival, resistance, and hope. It is an immersive and thought-provoking dystopian story that feels very real . . . The pace never slowed down, the action was relentless, and the characters ensured I stayed with them until the end. Imber was exactly what I wanted it to be, and I loved every moment of it. Highly recommended." -Readers' Favorite, ★★★★★, 2025 Conspiracy Thriller Gold Medal "The author's engaging writing style and the easily distinguishable personalities developed for each character made this book worth reading. There is an intrinsic pull throughout the story that makes the reader eager to discover the big secret being withheld by the government and what the consequences will be for the heroes if they don't find a solution . . . There is a healthy dose of suspense, survival in the wild/on the run, and the power of connections." — Reedsy Discovery