Picture this: your young explorer wide-eyed and breathless, trailing Jake and his pals through the Grand Canyon's vertigo-inducing rims and shadowy slot canyons, unraveling riddles that span centuries.
Before he passed, Jake's grandfather stashed away a scrapbook brimming with codes, maps, and cryptic hints pointing to a profound historical enigma. Now, it's Jake, sharp-witted Amber, and adventurous Wes versus the unknown—racing a shadowy rival group while dodging perils that push their limits. This third book in the National Park Mystery Series cranks up the stakes, blending heart-pounding action with genuine lessons in survival smarts, natural history, and standing by your crew.
With more than 50 custom drawings by the author, every twist feels tangible—from sun-baked ledges to echoing caves. These aren't just pictures; they map real Grand Canyon locales, fueling kids' curiosity about the park's wild geology and ancient peoples. Reluctant readers? This visual feast pulls them in, turning 'one chapter' into an all-nighter parents know too well.
Think Hardy Boys meets Hatchet, with a dash of National Treasure's treasure-chasing thrill, all rooted in America's iconic landscapes. Families read it aloud on road trips, dreaming of their own park hikes, or kids devour it solo on Kindle apps during rainy afternoons. It answers that pull toward wilderness mysteries: How do you navigate sheer drops? What secrets do petroglyphs hold? And yeah, who can you really trust on the trail?
Whether gifting to a park-obsessed kid or stocking your family shelf with engaging kids' mystery books, this Grand Canyon adventure delivers escapism that lingers. Grab the Kindle edition for instant quests—no backpack required.
