
Damselfly is a gripping young adult survival thriller that follows Indian-American teenager Samantha Mishra and her elite fencing team after their plane crashes on a remote, jungle-choked island. Stranded and injured, the teens must quickly learn to adapt to the harsh environment, find food and shelter, and work together to survive. However, their challenges extend beyond nature, as a mysterious old man begins to stalk them, and the stress of their situation causes interpersonal conflicts to escalate within the group. This novel explores themes of resilience, friendship, and the darker aspects of human nature under extreme duress, making it suitable for readers aged 12-18 who enjoy intense survival stories with a psychological edge.
Samantha Mishra opens her eyes and discovers she's alone and injured in the thick of a jungle. She has no idea where she is, or what happened to the plane taking her and the rest of the Drake Rosemont fencing team across the Pacific for a tournament. Once Sam connects with her best friend, Mel, and they find the others, they set up shelter and hope for rescue.