Forager – A Post-Apocalyptic Thriller Book 1 by Peter R Stone

Ethan Jones lives in a post-apocalyptic, oppressive society that terminates anyone with mutations caused by nuclear radiation. He lives every day in fear for his life, for he has an incredible mutation that gives him an edge when foraging in Melbourne’s ruins.

When he rescues a mysterious Japanese girl from the Skel and brings her back with him, her odd behaviour and probing questions baffle him, as does the fact that he understands her when she speaks Japanese.

At the same time, the Skel ramp up their attacks on the foraging teams. Is this part of a larger plan that could spell the town’s doom? And why do the Skel suddenly possess advanced technology – who is backing them, and why?

Keeping his mutation secret, uncovering the girl’s true intentions and trying to save the town all vie for Ethan’s attention. And if he fails, not only his life, but the lives of all, are at stake.