Dr. Leslie Craswell, a reproductive endocrinologist at Baywater Women’s Clinic, faces relentless harassment from conservative Christian Nationalists who fear her fertility research. Despite threats, she develops a groundbreaking technique enabling two women to conceive genetically related babies. The first recipients, Azure and Gisele Elliott, represent hope for many couples.
Violence erupts when a protester attempts to assassinate Dr. Craswell, inadvertently killing another. Legal battles ensue, with corrupt officials seeking to justify the assailant’s actions. Yet, dedicated officers strive to protect the doctor and her patients.
With the birth of the Elliott babies, Dr. Craswell’s method gains recognition, despite ongoing protests. Over a century, societal upheavals unfold. Environmental changes render males infertile, and Dr. Craswell’s technique becomes humanity’s only reproductive option. As baby boys cease to be born, a world without men emerges.
The narrative spans generations, depicting a struggle against prejudice and violence. Amidst environmental crises and social transformations, Dr. Craswell’s innovation reshapes the fabric of society. The story underscores the resilience of the human spirit and the pursuit of scientific progress, even in the face of adversity.
In the end, the last man’s demise symbolizes the culmination of a journey where women, empowered by science, forge a new path for humanity. Dr. Craswell’s legacy endures as her method ensures the survival of the species, albeit in a world where males are but a memory.