Recently, scientists were again able to piece together evidence that Earth was once hit by an extreme solar storm that would devastate human civilization if it happened today, knocking out the power grid and destroying communications infrastructure, especially satellites. That's the original premise of "Where the Mountain Rises" until our main character discovers evidence that suggests otherwise. Before the lights go out around the world, you may want to read about how our hero and his family are able to survive and flourish in a post-apocalyptic world.