The Last Animal

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In this playful and witty novel, a single mother and her two teenage daughters embark on a wild scientific adventure that leads to self-discovery. Jane, a dedicated scientist, is part of a groundbreaking project aimed at "de-extincting" the woolly mammoth. Sent to Siberia to search for ancient DNA, she faces an unexpected challenge: her bored daughters, Eve and Vera, who accompany her on this Arctic expedition. Fifteen-year-old Eve is outspoken and unafraid to confront the male scientists, while thirteen-year-old Vera, sensitive and nurturing, longs for the comforts of home in Berkeley. Their lives take a dramatic turn when Eve and Vera uncover a perfectly preserved 4,000-year-old baby mammoth, triggering a series of events that threaten Jane's standing in the lab. As she grapples with the challenges of being a female scientist in a male-dominated field, Jane decides to take matters into her own hands. The story unfolds as the family travels from Siberia to California, Iceland, and even an exotic animal farm in Italy, exploring the complexities of motherhood, the power of imagination, and the joy of discovery shared with family. With humor and heart, the narrative captures the essence of navigating personal and professional challenges in a changing world.