Marion Jane McBride, the young protagonist of “Survival,” is a beacon of resilience and courage in the face of unimaginable disaster. At just ten years old, Marion’s life is turned upside down by the Great Galveston Storm, yet her determination to survive and protect her family shines through. Pam Sphar brings Marion’s character to life with sensitivity and depth, making her journey one of the most compelling aspects of the novel. Through Marion’s eyes, readers experience the fear, loss, and eventual hope that come with surviving such a devastating event, making her story one that resonates long after the book is closed.