Nico Zahniser

Economic collapse causes widespread rioting and social unrest, leaving a lovesick 19-year-old girl struggling to care for her siblings in a stretch of woods bordered by lawless anarchy, wondering why a good God would let this happen.

While on a road trip through the desert, Charlie and her boyfriend Aidan break down in the middle of nowhere. While Aidan waits for a tow truck, Charlie heads to a nearby diner to find help. When Aidan goes missing, Charlie finds herself stranded in a strange town unsure who to trust. The only thing she knows is she might just be their only chance to get out alive.

Locals take a stand when a young Minnesotan spearheads an unwanted development. They are all about Christmas, however she isn't. An eligible young townie shows her what battles can be won, and which ones should even be fought.