Eiren Caffall - All the Water in the World

"All the Water in the World" is a novel by Eiren Caffall, published in January 2025. It is set in a near-future New York City, where climate change has caused rising seas and extreme weather. Civilization has collapsed. The story follows Nonie, a young girl with a unique ability to sense water. She lives with her family and a group of researchers on the roof of the American Museum of Natural History. They call it "Amen." Their goal is to preserve human knowledge in this chaotic world.

However, a devastating storm destroys their home. Nonie and her family must embark on a dangerous journey up the Hudson River to find safety. The novel is divided into five parts, each named after a water phenomenon. This reflects Nonie's own way of understanding the world through her "Water Logbook."

Caffall's writing is vivid and rhythmic. It draws readers into the story with its urgent and immersive narrative. The book explores themes of family bonds, resilience, and the importance of preserving knowledge and culture in a world reshaped by climate change.

"All the Water in the World" has been praised for its beautiful writing, compelling characters, and thought-provoking themes. It is a timely and hopeful addition to climate fiction. It offers readers a glimpse into a future that feels both familiar and terrifyingly possible.