Survival by Pam Sphar transports readers to the fateful year of 1900, where the thriving island city of Galveston, Texas, is suddenly thrust into chaos by “The Great Galveston Storm,” the deadliest hurricane in U.S. history. Against the backdrop of this catastrophic event, the McBride family finds their lives forever altered as they struggle to endure and rebuild.

The story centers on young Marion McBride, who wakes up on her tenth birthday full of excitement, only to have the day turn into a nightmare as the hurricane approaches. With the winds howling and the floodwaters rising, Marion, her family, and the people of Galveston are forced to confront the unimaginable.

Survival is not just a tale of a devastating storm but a poignant exploration of human resilience. The novel delves deep into the McBride family’s courage as they face overwhelming adversity, capturing the raw emotions of loss and the fierce determination to rebuild in the aftermath of disaster. Pam Sphar’s evocative storytelling brings history to life, offering readers a vivid portrayal of a community’s fight to recover from one of nature’s most destructive forces. Survival is a powerful narrative of hope, renewal, and the enduring spirit of those who refuse to be broken by tragedy.