CANDIMĀ

CANDIMA
Once Upon a Time on Moon

One astronaut. One abandoned lunar station. Six months to survive.

When a catastrophic mission failure leaves Dr. Avani Gautam stranded alone on the Moon, rescue is impossible-for at least six months.

Her only chance lies inside Charvaka Station, an abandoned lunar research base left dormant for over a decade. With failing equipment, limited food, scarce water, and no guarantee that Earth can reach her in time, every decision becomes a matter of life and death.

Using science, engineering, and unwavering determination, Avani transforms a forgotten outpost into humanity's last hope. She repairs life-support systems, restores communications, grows food, and battles the relentless isolation of the lunar wilderness.

But survival reveals mysteries no one expected.

Hidden beneath the station lies technology that challenges everything humanity believes about gravity, physics, and the future of space exploration.

As the days count down toward rescue, Avani must decide whether returning to Earth is the end of her journey-or the beginning of something far greater.

CANDIMA - Once Upon a Time on Moon is a gripping, scientifically grounded hard science fiction novel that combines authentic space engineering with emotional resilience, suspense, and the timeless human desire to explore the unknown.

Perfect for readers who enjoy:

• Andy Weir's The Martian
• Andy Weir's Project Hail Mary
• Arthur C. Clarke
• Kim Stanley Robinson
• Realistic NASA and lunar exploration stories