"Rayford wanted to be strong, to have answers, to be an example to his crew, to Hattie. But when he reached the lower level he knew the rest of the flight would be chaotic. He was as scared as anyone on board." Chapter 1, page 17

"The terrifying truth was that he knew all too well. Irene had been right. He, and most of his passengers had been left behind." Chapter 1, page 19

"The Rapture had taken place. Jesus Christ had returned for his people, and that boy was not one of them." Chapter 3, page 48

"I believe his goal is disarmament, which we Israelis have come to distrust. But of course he must first bring about disarmament in his own country, which not even you will see in your lifetime." Chapter 4, page 70

"He carefully peeled back the blankets and sheet to reveal her locket, which carried a picture of him. Her...