A new short story from the creator of The Intermediaries… Surviving the harsh, mountainous terrain of Jacob's Peak can be a challenge at any time of year. Much more so in the heart of winter. And much more so after the sun sets. Wolves and bears are known to stalk the area, and one wrong step along the unstable ground below can leave even the most experienced survivalist stranded—or worse—with little hope that help will arrive in time. But when an unexpected gunshot pierces the silence, the bullet missing your head by mere inches, one dangerous lesson quickly becomes clear: even in the midst of isolating wilderness, Mother Nature isn't always the only threat lurking in the shadows…
A new short story from the creator of The Intermediaries… Surviving the harsh, mountainous terrain of Jacob's Peak can be a challenge at any time of year. Much more so in the heart of winter. And much more so after the sun sets. Wolves and bears are known to stalk the area, and one wrong step along the unstable ground below can leave even the most experienced survivalist stranded—or worse—with little hope that help will arrive in time. But when an unexpected gunshot pierces the silence, the bullet missing your head by mere inches, one dangerous lesson quickly becomes clear: even in the midst of isolating wilderness, Mother Nature isn't always the only threat lurking in the shadows…
Barnes & Noble is the world’s largest retail bookseller and a leading retailer of content, digital media and educational products. Our Nook Digital business offers a lineup of NOOK® tablets and e-Readers and an expansive collection of digital reading content through the NOOK Store®. Barnes & Noble’s mission is to operate the best omni-channel specialty retail business in America, helping both our customers and booksellers reach their aspirations, while being a credit to the communities we serve.
