Devolution by Max Brooks is a mixed media horror novel told in journal entries, interviews, and quotes and told as a 'non-fiction' Horror Bound

"Devolution" is a thought-provoking novel written by Max Brooks, an American author known for his expertise in the survival and preparedness genre. The story takes place in the Pacific Northwest, where a group of people must band together to survive in a world that has been ravaged by a mysterious phenomenon known as "the event." As society crumbles, the characters must confront their own mortality and make difficult decisions to ensure their survival.

The setup is idyllic: solar panels, hydroponic gardens, 3D-printed homes, and a tight-knit community of idealists. But the paradise shatters when a nearby volcano erupts, cutting off all road access and satellite communication. The residents of Greenloop are now trapped.