49 Miles Alone By Natalie D. Richard

In the gripping thriller from the New York Times bestselling author of Five Total Strangers and Seven Dirty Secrets, Katie and her cousin Aster embark on a journey to mend their fractured friendship amidst the unforgiving Utah desert. Their planned four-day hiking trip takes a perilous turn when unexpected challenges—a sudden illness, an injury, and a violent storm—leave them vulnerable and short on supplies.

Hope arrives in the form of a seemingly friendly young couple they encounter on the trail: Riley and Finn. Initially grateful for the couple's extra provisions, Katie and Aster soon sense something unsettling beneath Riley's outward warmth and Finn's ominous presence. Tensions escalate when Riley confides chilling revelations about Finn, culminating in a terrifying night where Katie and Aster witness Riley fleeing from Finn in fear.

Come morning, Riley and Finn have vanished, leaving behind an abandoned campsite and unanswered questions. Convinced that Riley is in grave danger, Katie and Aster face a race against time with dwindling supplies and help days away. They must navigate the treacherous desert terrain, battling their own fears and uncertainties, to find Riley before it's too late.

Anna Sortino crafts a suspenseful narrative layered with escalating tension and psychological intrigue. As Katie and Aster confront the harsh realities of survival and the dark secrets lurking within the desert's expanse, their determination to rescue Riley becomes a harrowing test of courage and loyalty. With every moment crucial and danger closing in, the story unfolds with relentless suspense, keeping readers on edge until the gripping conclusion. 📚❤️