A History of Hazardous Objects

Set against the backdrop of 2020 Los Angeles, Laura de León, a radar astronomer at NASA, navigates multiple crises, including the pandemic lockdowns and social unrest following high-profile police killings. Amid these challenges, she is tasked with writing a crucial section for a Congressional report on the need for a system to detect and deflect Potentially Hazardous Objects (PHOs). The narrative intertwines themes of family, love, and the impact of trauma, exploring how these experiences can drive the quest for a safer and more equitable world.