The Valley

By Richard Stockham

(3.5 stars) • 10 reviews

Returning to a ruined Earth after a long space journey, two explorers abandon a hopeless world, risking everything for the promise of a hidden valley and a second chance at life.

Genres

Literature Science-Fiction & Fantasy Fiction

Released

2010-06-08

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Summary

"The Valley" by Richard Stockham is a science fiction story set on a broken Earth, long after atomic wars and selfishness wrecked civilization. After a 2,000-year space trip, Michael and Mary come back home bearing bad news: they could not find another planet for people to live on. They land in a world that is run-down and sad, and they feel let down about what this means for the future. The story asks questions about how to survive, the need for hope, and the differences between a safe, but boring, society and the real world. Michael and Mary decide to leave their familiar world and look for something new and alive. They find a small valley full of life, making them think that maybe there is a chance to start over, not just for them, but for everyone.