Do Not Die Today
Use Caution! The Desert Can Be Deadly
Published on 19. February 2025
Book
Paperback/Softback
294 pages
979-8-9897006-4-6 (ISBN)
Description
Mitch, a cautious software engineer haunted by a past tragedy; Alex, a confident businessman seeking thrills; and Ben, a steady and resourceful former Scout-reunite for a camping trip in the beautiful landscape of Joshua Tree National Park, seeking adventure and a chance to reconnect.
Their camping trip turns into a terrifying fight for survival as they uncover a series of mysterious events and realize their lives are in danger. Will their bond be enough to outwit a cunning killer, solve the mystery, and escape with their lives?
From the beauty of Hidden Valley and the dangers of Hall of Horrors to the history of Barker Dam and Keys Ranch, their adventure brings excitement at every turn. But as they enjoy hiking among the iconic Joshua Trees, camping, scrambling giant rock boulders, climbing Ryan Mountain, and stargazing under the desert sky, a series of mysterious and unsettling events unfold. What secrets does the desert hide? And can their friendship withstand the hidden dangers that lie ahead? Prepare for a thrilling journey where every moment could be their last.
This is the first book in a National Park Mystery-Thriller series. Each book explores a different national park, weaving together the beauty and danger of nature with the complexities of human relationships and the dark secrets that lurk beneath the surface.
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Language
English
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Dimensions
Height: 216 mm
Width: 140 mm
Thickness: 17 mm
Weight
418 gr
ISBN-13
979-8-9897006-4-6 (9798989700646)
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Kacey Carpenter was born in Colorado and grew up exploring the Rocky Mountains. His love for outdoor adventures created a deep appreciation for nature and its mysteries. After earning his undergraduate degree from UCLA and an MBA from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania, he moved to Northern California. There, he raised his family while building a successful career in high tech. His journey as an author began with non-fiction and his membership in the Berkeley branch of the California Writers Club. He served as the Chapter Digital Strategies leader for the Sierra Club, merging his love for nature with his technical expertise. Kacey now lives in Oregon, where he stays deeply connected to the outdoors as a Sierra Club local outings leader certified in wilderness first aid. He is active in the community volunteering, coaching, and leading the National Writers Union Writers Corner program. His debut mystery-thriller novel, Do Not Die Today, is the first installment in A National Park Mystery-Thriller series. When he's not writing, Kacey enjoys spending time in nature with his family and volunteering in the community. Stay connected at https://lifeisajourney.substack.com.