Mars: Beyond the Red Horizon
By Joni Reston
Mars has always been more than a planet—it's a mirror, a mystery, and a promise. In this sweeping narrative, Joni Reston traces humanity's long fascination with the red world, weaving together ancient myth, modern science, and speculative vision. From the first telescopic glimpses to the bold dreams of colonization, Mars emerges not just as a destination, but as a crucible for reimagining what it means to be human.
Through the lens of Commander Isadora Vega's pioneering journey, we witness the psychological and ethical terrain of life beyond Earth. Reston explores the tensions between exploration and exploitation, adaptation and identity, and the fragile hope of building a society under alien skies. This is not just a story of space—it's a meditation on belonging, transformation, and the cosmic reach of imagination.