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Synopsis
An erupting volcano spouts ash into the stratosphere which causes disastrous climatic changes. Mark Payton, a climatologist, is convinced that the only way to save the earth is to use nuclear force to disperse the cloud. His love-life mirrors the tumultuous environmental situation.
Is Meltdown appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 13 and up.
This apocalyptic thriller deals with large-scale environmental disaster and humanity's survival, with likely mass casualties from volcanic ash and climate change. Contains a romantic subplot but focuses primarily on scientific problem-solving to prevent extinction.
What to know going in
This book has moderate violence, mild sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include mass death, natural disaster, and anxiety.
Who'll love this
Teens will be gripped by this race-against-time story where a scientist must convince the world to use nuclear weapons to save humanity from an erupting volcano.