After two months of streaking through space, the spaceship Newton is finally closing in on the Red Planet. Experienced spacefarers, as well as complete novices, make up a diverse crew who have boldly chosen to trust the newly developed fusion vehicle with their very lives. Newton's trek from Earth to Mars is making history, cutting travel time in half, carrying the largest crew ever, and bringing the first tourists to a newly constructed Martian hotel.

Return to Terra Nova: Seeking Forgiveness explores the fact that all humans have physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual needs, no matter where they go. Mars presents new challenges that will test even the bravest souls. Within the theme of forgiveness, Ritchie writes a novel of realistic science, interspersed with excitement and adventure. As her characters explore, problem solve, and develop relationships, they face life and death circumstances that testify to the fact that the God of the universe is with them. Volume 2 of the Return to Terra Nova trilogy will be enjoyed by all readers, as they are introduced to the courageous and resilient pioneers who are carving out a new way of life on the Red Planet frontier.