'Waiting on Wednesday' is an event where I feature an upcoming book that I am extra excited about. I used to do this in the past and am making it a priority to do again. Seriously, who among us doesn't have a book or two or twenty that we are excited about reading? Plus, it lets us 'spread the word' about authors and series that we personally enjoy.
The book I'm sharing this week or rather 'waiting on' is by an author that I have not read as yet. Nicole Maggi has a new series featuring a special agent in the National Park Service. There is one other book out right now, A Murder In Zion, so this is #2. The cover is what drew me in first. I felt like I recognized the location from our trip to Yellowstone last fall. Yes, intriguing. And I know that the description is a little 'grim', but the geysers in that park are interesting to see and also not something you want to get particularly close to. The park rangers have all kinds of rules for the safety of the visitors and some people pay attention to them and some don't. Sigh. Anyway, I hope to read the Zion Park book before this one comes out. What do you think? Curious?
Lost In Yellowstone
by Nicole Maggi
Publication Date: May 5th
A foot in a geyser. A school in the wild. A truth no one saw coming.
When a human foot is ejected from a geyser in Yellowstone National Park, Special Agent Emme Helliwell of the National Park Service is assigned the chilling case.
Tasked with identifying the victim and uncovering what led to such a grisly end, Emme is drawn into the park's vast, unforgiving wilderness—and into the orbit of a private school for at-risk teens where extreme backcountry excursions are part of the curriculum. As disturbing truths begin to surface, Emme must also confront personal fault lines, including the unresolved tension with an ex-boyfriend who's suddenly back in her life and assigned to the same case.
In a place where danger hides behind natural beauty and good intentions can mask darker motives, Emme must navigate both treacherous terrain and emotional landmines to solve a mystery that could cost her everything.
Perfect for readers of C. J. Box and Lisa Gardner
I have a strong attachment to Yellowstone as I worked there in 1975! Thanks for sharing this book with us, Kay.
ReplyDeleteDeb, I remember you telling me that your worked at Yellowstone in 1975. My pleasure to share it!
DeleteThe National Park setting is certainly a draw for me, even if I haven't visited Yellowstone... yet!
ReplyDeleteJoAnn, I like the 'yet'. Think you guys would enjoy a trip to Yellowstone. I'm not sure I would need to go back, but I really did like our visit.
DeleteI love the National Park settings! I've read a few series that are set in National Parks and really want to read more. I'm looking forward to seeing your thoughts on this one.
ReplyDeleteKatherine, I'll definitely share my thoughts when I get to read it. I also do want to read the Zion book too. We have not visited Zion yet, but hope to in upcoming years.
DeleteI’m a big fan of our National Parks, making as much use of my lifetime pass as I can, so this sounds like a series I might like. I have a grandson who worked at both Zion and Yellowstone while he was in school (I think Zion is my favorite of all the parks), so I’m pretty familiar with both parks. Now to find that Zion book...
ReplyDeleteSam how fun that your grandson worked both of the parks. Hope you can find the Zion book and see what you think. I do want to read that one as well.
DeleteI think these settings are going to be a draw for a lot of readers!
ReplyDeleteAngela, I agree. I've run across several mysteries that are set in National Parks. Nevada Barr had the Anna Pigeon series that she wrote for many years with Anna as a park ranger. I need to think about rereading those.
DeleteI love reading books set in places I've visited. These sound good, Kay! I've not been to Zion, but I really enjoyed our time in Yellowstone.
ReplyDeleteLes, yes, I think it helps when you are a bit familiar with the setting. I really thought that cover was vivid.
DeleteI'm definitely curious! National Parks are always such fun settings to read about in books...makes the mystery even better imo. :D
ReplyDeleteTotally agree, Lark! I'm sure looking forward to exploring both the park books by this 'new-to-me' author.
DeleteThis sounds good! I've been to Yellowstone and a few other National Parks. My favorite vacations!
ReplyDeleteMary @Bookfan
They do make fun vacations don't they, Mary? We have enjoyed several and hope to do more in the future.
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