by Don Rearden (Author)
A riveting thriller set on the windswept Alaskan tundra
John Morgan and his wife can barely contain their excitement upon arriving as the new teachers in a Yup'ik Eskimo village on the Alaskan tundra. Lured north in search of adventure, the couple hope to immerse themselves in the ancient Arctic culture. But their move proves disastrous when a deadly epidemic strikes and the isolated tundra community descends into total chaos. When outside help fails to arrive, John's only hope lies in escaping. His thousand-mile trek across the Alaskan wilderness grows more improbable when he encounters a blind Eskimo girl and an elderly woman. The two need his protection from those who would harm them, and he needs their knowledge of the terrain and their companionship to survive. The harsh journey and constant danger push him beyond his limits as he discovers a new sense of hope and the possibility of loving again.
Author Biography
DON REARDEN grew up on the tundra of southwestern Alaska. A screenwriter, poet, and novelist, his books include Never Quit and Warrior's Creed. Rearden now lives in the mountain community of Bear Valley, Alaska, and is a Professor and Chair of the Department of Writing at the University of Alaska in Anchorage.
Number of Pages: 288
Dimensions: 0.8 x 8.2 x 5.2 IN
Publication Date: August 13, 2013
