Life on the Rocks: Building a Future for Coral Reefs

Coral reefs are vital, vibrant ecosystems that support life and protect coasts, but they’re facing a devastating die-off due to climate change, pollution, and human damage. As a former marine biology student, the author was captivated by their beauty and complexity, and now, alarmed by their decline, she travels the globe to learn how to save them. She joins scientists and activists in a race against time, taking part in inventive, high-risk efforts to rebuild reefs. Along the way, she also grapples with her daughter's mental health struggles, reflecting on the emotional toll of fighting battles with uncertain outcomes.

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