Do Not Die Today

Mitch, a cautious software engineer haunted by a past tragedy; Alex, a confident businessman seeking thrills; and Ben, a steady and resourceful former Scout-reunite for a camping trip in the beautiful landscape of Joshua Tree National Park, seeking adventure and a chance to reconnect.

Their camping trip turns into a terrifying fight for survival as they uncover a series of mysterious events and realize their lives are in danger. Will their bond be enough to outwit a cunning killer, solve the mystery, and escape with their lives?

From the beauty of Hidden Valley and the dangers of Hall of Horrors to the history of Barker Dam and Keys Ranch, their adventure brings excitement at every turn. But as they enjoy hiking among the iconic Joshua Trees, camping, scrambling giant rock boulders, climbing Ryan Mountain, and stargazing under the desert sky, a series of mysterious and unsettling events unfold. What secrets does the desert hide? And can their friendship withstand the hidden dangers that lie ahead? Prepare for a thrilling journey where every moment could be their last.

This is the first book in a National Park Mystery-Thriller series. Each book explores a different national park, weaving together the beauty and danger of nature with the complexities of human relationships and the dark secrets that lurk beneath the surface.