As a deadly flu ravages Moscow, Anya and Sergey must abandon their city life to seek refuge at a remote lake in northern Russia. Their perilous journey is complicated by the presence of a dysfunctional group, including ex-spouses, children, and unwanted neighbors, all forced together in a desperate bid for survival against a collapsing world, the harsh Russian winter, and their own escalating conflicts.

Why You Should Read?

• A gripping narrative of survival against a pandemic and the unforgiving Russian wilderness.
• Explores intense family dynamics and the psychological toll of societal collapse.
• Tension builds through both external threats and the group's internal power struggles.
• The inspiration for a major Netflix TV series.