Stop Down

by D.J. Davis

Burned and RebornIn the aftermath of a catastrophic fire that transformed her face—and her fate—wildlife photographer Tayla Lyon has spent her days piecing together a life of quiet recovery, until a sinister plot reawakens her haunted past.

When a tangled web of murder, betrayal, and hidden conspiracies emerges from the ashes, Tayla is forced to confront a truth that could shatter her soul. As dangerous forces attempt to exploit her personal tragedy, she finds herself hunted by memories too dark to erase.

When secrets lurk beneath every charred remnant, each choice she makes inches her closer to a destiny she never expected. The line between friend and foe vanishes as Tayla’s fight for survival becomes a desperate battle for her very identity.

Journey with Tayla Lyon through treacherous terrain and heartbreaking loss in this powerful must-read tale of love and redemption in a world where every scar has a secret.

278 pages, Paperback

Published May 18, 2025

About the author

DJ Davis is a Colorado writer with mountains in her DNA. The rugged high country and rich history of the state set the scene for her characters. She’s the author of several novels and short stories. When she’s not writing or photographing the wildlife, she frequently disappears into the wilderness with her husband and dogs.