In the unforgiving wilderness of the Canadian backcountry, a tale of survival, resilience, and retribution unfolds with heart-pounding intensity. "I Am Still Alive" by Kate Alice Marshall is a riveting narrative that captures the harrowing journey of Jess, a teenager who finds herself in a dire predicament following the tragic death of her mother and a subsequent, life-altering car accident. Thrust into the remote wilderness to live with a father she barely knows, Jess's newfound existence is shattered when a sinister secret from her father's past emerges, leaving her stranded and alone but for the company of her father’s loyal dog. The wilderness demands everything of Jess: to forage, hunt, build, and survive against the merciless embrace of nature. With each passing day, Jess's resolve hardens, fueled by the burning need for vengeance against those responsible for her father's death. Marshall masterfully weaves a tale of fierce determination and the indomitable human spirit, as Jess confronts the brutal reality of survival and the dark corners of human nature. "I Am Still Alive" is not just a story of survival; it's a poignant exploration of the lengths one will go to reclaim their life and exact justice, against all odds.