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SURVIVE
Experience the Ultimate Test of Survival and Heroism in Survive by Dan Durkee!
“I am what survives of me.” —Erik Erikson
Survive is a gripping tale of terror, heroism, and the indomitable human spirit, a must-read for fans of adventure survival books, horror thrillers, and fiction books about survival.
When Keith and his crew are dispatched to a national wildfire near the Canadian border in Washington state, they see it as nothing but another day at a dangerous job. Eager to meet their deadline, they take a treacherous shortcut through an old logging road deep into the dense forests of Spokane.
Tragedy strikes when their engine collides with an unknown obstacle, sending it tumbling into a ravine. With two of their crew members seriously injured and no means of communication, they are left to fend for themselves in the unforgiving wilderness, more than forty miles from civilization.
As the days stretch on, they come to realize that their isolation is not the only threat they face. Something sinister is lurking in the woods, hunting them down one by one.
Now the real question Can Keith and his crew Survive against all odds? Or will they lose themselves in the wilderness entirely?
Read Survive if you lover of horror thriller books that keep you on the edge of your seat.Seeking a heart-pounding adventure in the world of survival.Excited to witness the triumph of the human spirit in the face of adversity.
Get ready for a heart-pounding adventure that combines elements of horror, thriller, and adult fiction.
“I am what survives of me.” —Erik Erikson
Survive is a gripping tale of terror, heroism, and the indomitable human spirit, a must-read for fans of adventure survival books, horror thrillers, and fiction books about survival.
When Keith and his crew are dispatched to a national wildfire near the Canadian border in Washington state, they see it as nothing but another day at a dangerous job. Eager to meet their deadline, they take a treacherous shortcut through an old logging road deep into the dense forests of Spokane.
Tragedy strikes when their engine collides with an unknown obstacle, sending it tumbling into a ravine. With two of their crew members seriously injured and no means of communication, they are left to fend for themselves in the unforgiving wilderness, more than forty miles from civilization.
As the days stretch on, they come to realize that their isolation is not the only threat they face. Something sinister is lurking in the woods, hunting them down one by one.
Now the real question Can Keith and his crew Survive against all odds? Or will they lose themselves in the wilderness entirely?
Read Survive if you lover of horror thriller books that keep you on the edge of your seat.Seeking a heart-pounding adventure in the world of survival.Excited to witness the triumph of the human spirit in the face of adversity.
Get ready for a heart-pounding adventure that combines elements of horror, thriller, and adult fiction.
286 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 6, 2024
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January 18, 2026
Despite having some truly cringe dialogue, this one had some pretty intensely scary moments for me. I wish the forward haven’t given away the creature’s identity, (love ya Mr. Michael Cole, but no no), but the good outweighed the flaws by a mile here for me. If you want a very atmospheric, creeping dread sort of story that takes time to characterize and also focuses a lot on the procedure of what goes into finding missing firefighters, and can overlook some bad writing now and then, can somehow believe someone named Keith is actually a good person, and appreciate when sometimes less is better when it comes to good horror, why not give this one a read, buddy? Also, dumb observation, but what is with the “buddy” thing. Characters refer to it as if it is the equivalent of calling someone bro in a frat house for the University of Florida. Is that a firefighter thing? Ahh well. This book is my buddy and will almost certainly make my top 10 of the year. I’ll have to sneak it in and make excuses for it, but I am a fan of underdogs and can see the silver lining in anything if I spend several hours with it. I kid as always, but this guy knows how to creep you out and, unlike my Uncle Keith, I want to spend a lot more time with him very soon. Look for my dumb reviews of Prey and Ravenous, which both look equally fun, in the near future.
October 16, 2025
Very Exciting Story
What a wonderful, exciting and honorable story of heroism. The book will explain the brotherhood that exists among first responders, soldiers and any other professionals that spend their lives protecting the public.
The monster part of the story, to me, is secondary to the relationship between the firemen. Even understanding that, this is a great Bigfoot tale. I stayed up late, late to finish it to see what happened to the firemen. Just could not put it down.
I highly recommend this book!
What a wonderful, exciting and honorable story of heroism. The book will explain the brotherhood that exists among first responders, soldiers and any other professionals that spend their lives protecting the public.
The monster part of the story, to me, is secondary to the relationship between the firemen. Even understanding that, this is a great Bigfoot tale. I stayed up late, late to finish it to see what happened to the firemen. Just could not put it down.
I highly recommend this book!
November 1, 2025
A very interesting story
I liked the story, it held on to you with a tight fist and made you sit still the story was done. Still it
makes you think long after you are done reading. I have known local men who have seen a monster
but, you have to read the story to find out what kind. THANK YOU FOR THE STORY.
I liked the story, it held on to you with a tight fist and made you sit still the story was done. Still it
makes you think long after you are done reading. I have known local men who have seen a monster
but, you have to read the story to find out what kind. THANK YOU FOR THE STORY.
April 14, 2026
Survive - Durkee
I enjoyed the book Survive. Having spent a great deal of time and years in the mountains of Utah as a scout master I could relate to the characters in the book. There is nothing so dark at night in the deep woods. Tense with good characters. My only disappointment is the strong, unnecessary language.
I enjoyed the book Survive. Having spent a great deal of time and years in the mountains of Utah as a scout master I could relate to the characters in the book. There is nothing so dark at night in the deep woods. Tense with good characters. My only disappointment is the strong, unnecessary language.
December 12, 2024
Good Story
I think the author developed the characters greatly. It was a great story. I will be reading more from this author.
I think the author developed the characters greatly. It was a great story. I will be reading more from this author.
January 17, 2025
Couldn't put it down.
I liked the characters and the straight forward story. I will read more from this author. Thank you very much, Mr. Durkee.
I liked the characters and the straight forward story. I will read more from this author. Thank you very much, Mr. Durkee.
September 2, 2025
Survive
What a book. This author does a good job of writing. I would recommend this book to everyone who likes suspenseful books.
What a book. This author does a good job of writing. I would recommend this book to everyone who likes suspenseful books.
November 12, 2025
Great great read
Loved this book very well written and knowledgeable about fire dept procedures hope to read more like this . thank you
Susan
Loved this book very well written and knowledgeable about fire dept procedures hope to read more like this . thank you
Susan
January 13, 2026
loved it
One of the best Bigfoot books I’ve read. Thump, thump, thump went my heart. Characters that are well written within a plot that is believable
One of the best Bigfoot books I’ve read. Thump, thump, thump went my heart. Characters that are well written within a plot that is believable
February 14, 2026
What the What
I think a better ending would've been suited for this book I truly enjoyed it but that ending was a bit disappointing IMO
I think a better ending would've been suited for this book I truly enjoyed it but that ending was a bit disappointing IMO
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