Any time I need to put all that I have in perspective, all I have to do is read this book. One of my favorites... The story is so terrifyingly real; you can see this sort of thing happening, especially in light of the environmental conditions on earth today. It makes me want to start stockpiling canned goods, vodka, and water and hoarding Tylenol and antibiotics. It is so compelling. I love this book, and without a doubt, will read it again.