Call the Wind Mariah by W.W. Hennemann is set in 2055. Corey Wells leaves his fortified stilt house in Sea Isle City for a solo voyage to Bermuda aboard his technologically advanced, solar and hydrogen-powered catamaran, Mariah. The world has been reshaped by rising seas and fractured coastlines. Charting his course, Corey uses dead reckoning while managing dwindling provisions, hydroponic crops, and Mariah’s AI-assisted systems. Along the way, he comes across a capsized catamaran and two survivors, Amelia and JP, and is soon forced to evade a pursuing pirate powerboat using the vessel’s engines and an autonomous underwater drone. Through changing seas, wildlife, and skies, Corey employs a bold strategy while tending to serious injuries, as the group desperately heads toward one of the few remaining safe havens left in a sinking world.

“If only we could go back in time and correct the mistakes that were made. What I wouldn’t give to live in the world of my youth, before the climate collapsed.” Call the Wind Mariah by W.W. Hennemann is a supremely intelligent and unique dystopian science fiction novel. Hennemann does an excellent job of conveying Corey's humanity, a quality he retains even when every single decision, and trusting the wrong people, could lead to an end for him. Detailed descriptions of experiences like dolphins riding the bow wave, seabirds signaling land, the raising of a quarantine flag, and the workings of Mariah’s advanced systems lean heavily into Hennemann’s world-building skill. Amelia and JP are equally fleshed out as characters, and what little we know of the people the group is trying to reach gives us enough detail to care about them as well. Overall, this is a brilliant read. Recommended.

Get ready for a tale of survival against all odds with W.W. Hennemann's Call the Wind Mariah. In the year 2055, drastic climate change has rendered much of the planet’s surface uninhabitable. Rising sea levels have triggered mass migrations, compelling the majority of the global population to relocate to sprawling inland cities. With chaos and anarchy everywhere, Corey Wells has one last chance at a life worth living. Corey sets sail on his 45-foot catamaran named Mariah from Sea Isle City, hoping to reach Bermuda and reunite with his sister Kelly, a reputed surgeon. On this treacherous journey, Corey has to navigate storms around the Bermuda Triangle, as well as ruthless pirates who never hesitate to kill. Along the way, he rescues two castaways and unexpectedly finds love.

Call the Wind Mariah is a captivating story of survival, hope, and love. With an unhurried pace, author W.W. Hennemann spins a surprisingly heartwarming yarn set against the backdrop of a dystopian near-future where the entire planet is in disarray. This narrative is not only a testament to human resilience but also a powerful reminder of the importance of maintaining hope in the face of overwhelming adversity. A character-driven drama at heart, this is also a story about finding love in the most unlikely of circumstances. Corey, as a protagonist, is easy to relate to and root for. He is tenacious and fearless under challenging situations. I particularly enjoyed his dynamic with Amelia. All in all, it's a compelling cautionary tale that realistically illustrates the potential impact of climate change on humanity's future. Highly recommended.

Following a global climate catastrophe, the world was witnessing increasing societal breakdown. No corner of the earth seemed exempt from the chaos, rampant lawlessness, and the constant threat of the ever-rising sea levels, apart from one location: the islands of Bermuda. Many had already made their way to the islands, but these were heavily guarded and only accepted people of exceptional abilities. Corey Wells, a forty-two-year-old EMT, had a sister on the islands. Fearing for his life and future, as conditions continue to deteriorate in the US and all over, he leaves his home in New Jersey and sets sail for Bermuda. Aboard his catamaran, Mariah, Corey soon learns that he’ll need not just his skills, but also luck, on his journey. Not only do pirates and dangerous weather lurk on the vast waters, but also people in need of rescue. Find out how it all goes down in Call the Wind Mariah by W. W. Hennemann.

If you are looking for a dystopian sci-fi novel flavored with action, adventure, thrills, and suspense, Call the Wind by Mariah W. W. Hennemann is a must-read. Teasing the idea of the collapse of the global society due to climate disasters (global warming), Hennemann weaves an intriguing tale of survival against all odds. The prose balances scientific and technological details, sailor terminology, and evocative depictions, each adding depth to the story and capturing its post-apocalyptic backdrop with clarity. The pervasive sense of tension and peril highlighted the high stakes, told from Corey’s perspective. I could relate to his thoughts and complex emotions. This gave a sense of mystery. Corey’s big heart and authenticity make him easily lovable. The story explores themes of environmental consequences, love, loss, grief, resilience, survival, and lawlessness.