What is Edgeway Station? Why are these scientists on the polar ice caps? Is their plan to help drought stricken countries plausible? How do the scientists plan to implement their theories? What are the bombs for? How did the team plan to get back to their camp? What stops this from happening?

What phobias does Rita Carpenter have? What caused these fears? Why is she on the polar ice caps? How do her phobias make this situation difficult? What causes Rita's fears to possibly interfere with the rescue of the team? Will Rita be able to face her fears? What helps Rita face her fears?

What does George Lin think of Brian Dougherty? For what reason? What is significant about Brian's family? Does this have something to do with George's distrust of him? Would George do anything to hurt Brian? Why is George ungrateful...