The Red Gate

What if the world you were trying to reach had room for everyone—but was determined to keep most people out?

In The Red Gate, teenage scavenger Mara Venn knows what Mars throws away because she lives beneath the system that sends it there. When failing air systems threaten her lunar neighborhood, Mara joins forces with pilot Ivo and Martian insider Sel to cross the Red Gate. But getting in is only the beginning. As Mara uncovers empty housing and a system built to make residency unaffordable, she must choose between a safe future for herself and a fairer chance for the people left behind.

This teen science-fiction graphic novel pairs a high-stakes journey with questions of courage, solidarity, and who gets to call a place home. Its story follows Mara, Ivo, Sel, and Neri as they confront difficult choices and work toward change without losing sight of the people they hope to help.

Alongside the story, readers will find 43 illustrated activity pages, printed on both sides, with a picture and something to do. The book also includes an introduction to the characters and a certificate. Written in English, it offers teen readers and sci-fi fans a blend of adventure, visual activities, and a thoughtful story to explore.