better lands: The Arrival Paperback - 2023

better lands - THE ARRIVAL, 2nd edition, book 3 of 5, follows the Vermont pandemic survivors from Fort Knox to Kentucky's inland peninsula.

After encountering a life-changing event in Cincinnati, Rosa and her team head to Fort Knox, where she meets up with Major Tilton and his soldiers. They try to convince her that her plan is a bit insightful and lacks protection to the point it is life-threatening. Once in the better lands, it becomes much clearer to her. Blitz continues to build momentum among the team.

As Bill's team makes its way through Fort Knox to the better lands, they become stronger, yet encounter some minor setbacks. Patti and Bill are at odds and reach crossroads in their relationship. Scott stands by Patti's side with some of her decisions. Peter is more determined to find out who knows what about his uncle Major Brentwood Charles Holdridge and is shocked by the outcome.

With Sam's team almost doubling in size after leaving Vermont, it continues to pick up momentum as the sweepers agree to let more folks join the journey. He and Sergeant Fleshman continue to bond. Afraid everything will change, Marilyn shares some news.

After much turmoil, the teams reunite and being the grueling task of building a new life within the treacherous times.