Radioactive!

Join two high school kids in a thrilling adventure to stop a ruthless group of terrorists from contaminating New York City with radiation during the New Year's Eve celebration. Dive into the world of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) as Diane and Bronwyn use what they have learned in earlier adventures to help save the world while overcoming hardships young adults should not have to endure.

Diane and Bronwyn are just two ordinary teenage girls spending New Year's Eve in New York City, ready to ring in the new year with glittering lights, cheering crowds, and the magic of Times Square. But when a chance encounter puts them in the path of a chilling discovery—a dirty bomb planted by a ruthless group of terrorists—everything changes. With the clock ticking down and the freezing winter wind threatening to carry radioactive devastation across the heart of Manhattan, Diane's sharp instincts and Bronwyn's quick wit become the city's only hope. Thrust into a world of danger, deception, and impossible stakes, the two girls must outsmart, outmaneuver, and outlast three ruthless men determined to unleash chaos. As the iconic ball begins its descent and a million voices count down the seconds to midnight, Diane and Bronwyn race against time to prevent disaster. Armed with nothing but their courage, determination, and trust in each other, they learn that heroes aren't born—they're made in the moments that matter most. Radiation is a heart-pounding thriller about friendship, bravery, and the power of ordinary people to change the world when everything is on the line. Will they stop the bomb before the clock strikes twelve? Or will this be the final New Year's Eve for Times Square? The countdown begins now…

Dr. Stephen Wood, a distinguished professional engineer and head of the Ocean Engineering program at the Florida Institute of Technology, infuses 'Radioactive!' with authenticity, especially with various instruments in retrieving radioactive waste from the sea bottom. With over two and a half decades of experience teaching Ocean Engineering, Dr. Wood's expertise forms the bedrock of this thought-provoking tale while including STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) as a primary focus of the story. Holding degrees from renowned institutions, including the University of Rhode Island, the University of Miami, and Oregon State University, Dr. Wood's passion for oceanic exploration and engineering excellence shines through his storytelling. His extensive academic repertoire spans Ocean Engineering Design, Underwater Robotics, Underwater Archaeology Engineering, Fluid Mechanics, and more. Dr. Wood's dedication to education and environmental awareness permeates every page of 'Radioactive!', offering readers an engaging and informative experience that resonates with the realities of our world.