"Hunker down and hang on tight for
an intense, twisting ride that
lasts to the final page."
- THE DENVER POST
When a massive blast rocks the forests of Twelve Sleep County, Wyoming game warden Joe Pickett is called to the scene to help investigate the death of a colorful environmental activist. The case is wrapped up quickly, explained as an environmental publicity stunt gone wrong, but Joe isn't convinced. He soon discovers clues that suggest a deadly conspiracy - one that will test his courage, his survival skills, and his determination to "do the right thing" despite all costs.
"Box sets up an impressive dual perspective in the novel, shifting between Joe Pickett's life as a game warden in Saddlestring, Wyoming, and the wanderings of two hired killers.... A tense chase." - THE WASHINGTON POST
"Riveting... Box weaves in a history that gives the action a rich context.... Harrowing." - USA TODAY
"A story as crisp as a Wyoming sunrise and every bit as dramatic:." - HOUSTON CHRONICLE