Tephra Rising is the story of a woman who finds her inner strength, and in the process, inspires those around her to do the same. She was looking for a purposeful life, and thought she found the perfect fit. But her new home in the Colony (housed at the bottom of the ocean) quickly turns into a nightmare that forces Tephra to either die or stand up and fight for what she believes in. Along the way she assembles a mismatched team of colonists who have lost faith in their beliefs until Tephra reignites their passions. Through her leadership, they remember what they loved about their home before it changed, and how much they have already lost. The ruthless leader Cosmotine is determine to conquer the world, and likely destroy their home in the process. Choices must be made: either side with Tephra to restore the Colony to its former glory, or take the easy way out with Cosmotine who may well destroy the only home they've ever known. The world of the Colony hangs in the balance. Can Tephra win, or is she just another casualty in Cosmotine's devious plans?