The Dreaded Cliff - Paperback

by Terry Nichols (Author), Odessa Sawyer (Illustrator)

A packrat's extraordinary journey of friendship, courage, and self-discovery in the heart of the Southwest!Flora, an ordinary packrat, enjoys a predictable life of treasure-filled nests and tasty snacks. But everything changes when she learns about her family's ancestral home in the dreaded cliff, a place now haunted by a mysterious killer. When Flora tumbles into a faraway canyon, she must confront her fears and rely on newfound friendships to find her way back.Will Flora survive the dangers of the unfamiliar landscape and reclaim her family's legacy? This heartwarming tale explores themes of courage, friendship, and the importance of remembering one's roots. Perfect for middle-grade readers (ages 8-12) who love animal adventures and stories set in the unique landscapes of the American Southwest.

Author Biography

Terry Nichols served thirty years as a National Park Service ranger, protecting and interpreting parks located primarily in the southwestern United States. Originally from Cincinnati, Ohio, her ranger career sent her to this high desert and canyon country, where she grew to love the broad landscapes, plants, and creatures. She has camped and explored across the region in a '79 pop-up Volkswagen van with her two sons, now grown, and once carried along a stowaway packrat. Now living in a strawbale house she designed and built in Aztec, New Mexico, she talks to packrats and plants and bugs and the moon every chance she gets. She's also a world traveler, has a special fondness for visiting India, and enjoys blogging about her travels. Odessa Sawyer is an artist and illustrator living in Santa Fe, New Mexico.