Description When 17-year-old Lexi Carvalho is abruptly taken from her small-town existence, she awakens to a startling reality: Earth was destroyed centuries ago, and her previous life was merely a simulated reality. As one of 700,000 "Iron Dreamers," Lexi's mission is to address the immense challenges that humanity faces aboard a vast space station. Recruited by the enigmatic Artemis to apprehend a saboteur threatening humanity's remnants, Lexi confronts her deepest fears and questions the nature of her existence in this dystopian science fiction tale...Entrapped in a simulation. Selected for a perilous mission. As Lexi's world unravels, she navigates a crumbling reality where illusions and truth intertwine. The boundary between simulation and actuality blurs as she discovers that the technology meant to safeguard life might also dominate it. Each step brings her closer to a revelation that could either rescue humanity or lead to its demise. This young adult dystopian novel is ideal for fans seeking YA sci-fi books about simulated realities and narratives featuring strong female leads in sci-fi...The fate of humanity hinges on a perilous secret. Artemis offers Lexi a chance for answers?but at a significant cost. In a world where reality is fabricated, whom can she trust? Lexi's journey through layers of deceit challenges her to outsmart formidable adversaries and uncover her true purpose. Readers will be captivated by this science fiction adventure that delves into women in sci-fi, blending dystopian thrillers with strong female characters.