I highly recommend this debut novel that takes readers into the little known world of research & tourism in Antarctica. The pacing of the novel is well done, and the character development is realistic. Some readers might struggle with the fluid timeline, but Raymond does an excellent job of labeling each switch to help guide the reader. While there are political statements about global warming and damages to natural areas from tourism, Raymond is not heavy-handed with these topics. They occur quite naturally as they woven through the fabric of the tale.