Canyon Sacrifice brings the rugged western landscape, the mysterious past of the ancient Anasazi Indians, and the Southwest's ongoing cultural fissures vividly to life. A deadly struggle against murderous kidnappers in Grand Canyon National Park forces archaeologist Chuck Bender to face up to his past as he realizes every parents' worst nightmare: a missing child. -Graham has created a beautifully balanced book, incorporating intense action scenes, depth of characterization, realistic landscapes, and historical perspective.- --REVIEWING THE EVIDENCE -This...
Canyon Sacrifice brings the rugged western landscape, the mysterious past of the ancient Anasazi Indians, and the Southwest's ongoing cultural ...
"A fast-paced mystery set in the majestic country around Estes Park, with dozens of quirks and turns...Graham brings his knowledge of mountains and climbing into play as his hero, Bender, scales mountains and rappels down mine shafts." --THE DENVER POST "Graham's clever tale is tailor-made for those who prefer their mysteries under blue skies..." --KIRKUS "Description and dialogue balance to bring both the rounded characters and the Rocky Mountain setting alive in this tale of danger, death, and intrigue...Scott Graham has created a satisfying and...
"A fast-paced mystery set in the majestic country around Estes Park, with dozens of quirks and turns...Graham brings his knowledge of mountains and cl...
"Graham's intriguing third National Park Mystery takes archaeologist Chuck Bender to the Thorofare region of Yellowstone...The threatening behavior of the park's predators is worrisome enough, and the discovery of a murdered researcher lifts threats to a whole new level." --PUBLISHERS WEEKLY "Bears and wolves in Yellowstone's backcountry don't hold a candle to the danger posed by the people sent there to study them. Yellowstone Standoff balances] potential danger and shady characters." --KIRKUS REVIEWS "Graham does a terrific job of...
"Graham's intriguing third National Park Mystery takes archaeologist Chuck Bender to the Thorofare region of Yellowstone...The threatening behavior of...