Every Dark Cloud is a bold cli-fi novella, written by Marisca Pichette, published by Ghost Orchid Press. An imaginative piece set in a future where humans live in the near dark after a climate disaster, with protective towers creating an artificial cloud that filters light, showcasing the naivety of many of the inhabitants of this society in relationship with the price paid to maintain this system.

Living in the post-climate disaster world protected by artificial clouds, Mallory is in a decent position working designing habitats for wealthier people, a comfortable life in the darkness. However, when Reins stumbles into Mallory's path, with his teeth shining and burned skin, her vision of the world totally changes after discovering the price of survival; a discovery path that will open a new vision of the world and its goverment.

Our duo of characters play excellently within the classical archetypes of the naive city-dweller and the hopeless rebel, giving it enough nuances to become a compelling story. The compassion and care shown by Mallory towards Rein is certainly heartwarming, and you cannot avoid cheering for Rein's cause, especially when the real prize is shown; you can understand why they took that action plan.

Pichette's worldbuilding is another of the highlights of this novella; not only because the post-climate disaster is a possible future, but also with how well it is reflected a population that is adapted to this semidarkness, depreciating the sight in favour of other senses such as the smell and the tact. The pacing is really in the spot, making this a great read.

Every Dark Cloud is a bold and imaginative cli-fi novella, an excellent book that will make you think about the cost of survival and how we need to care of the planet instead of looking for solutions to counteract the consequences. What a great addition to Ghost Orchid Press' collection!