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Lies Beneath the Surface: The Pennsylvania Wilds Series Book 1
Nick Parker, haunted by a life-altering decision, faces the prospect of losing everything he holds dear.
Old Man Foster, burdened by past demons, struggles to find solace in his solitary existence.
Meanwhile, Finn Lancey enjoys a romantic getaway with his wife in the Allegheny National Forest, blissfully unaware of the impending chaos that awaits him.
These three strangers, seemingly unrelated, will converge under the shadow of fate, their destinies bound together forever by murder.
Do people actually get what they deserve? Come find out.
Old Man Foster, burdened by past demons, struggles to find solace in his solitary existence.
Meanwhile, Finn Lancey enjoys a romantic getaway with his wife in the Allegheny National Forest, blissfully unaware of the impending chaos that awaits him.
These three strangers, seemingly unrelated, will converge under the shadow of fate, their destinies bound together forever by murder.
Do people actually get what they deserve? Come find out.
145 pages, Kindle Edition
Published July 4, 2025
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November 12, 2025
Hello, I am the author of this book. This novel was born from FOUR inspirations:
1. TO RAISE MONEY - A portion of the proceeds from this book will help preserve its parks and forests.
For you, dear reader:
2. To Share the Beauty of Rural Pennsylvania
I wanted readers to experience the charm of small towns, the serenity of forests, and the sense of community that defines this region. If you’ve ever driven through Warren, hiked Rimrock, or enjoyed a meal at Bent Run Brewery, you’ll feel right at home in these pages.
3. To Give Back to the Parks That Gave Me So Much
A portion of every book sold supports the Pennsylvania Parks & Forests Foundation (PPFF), a nonprofit dedicated to preserving our 124 state parks and 2.2 million acres of forest land. If you have a State Park Passport BOOK, you already know their work.
4. To Explore Life’s Hard Questions
We’ve all heard the phrases: “Life isn’t fair,” “Sometimes bad things happen to good people,” and “I hope they get what’s coming to them.” This story asks: Do people really get what they deserve? It’s a question that lingers long after the last page.
1. TO RAISE MONEY - A portion of the proceeds from this book will help preserve its parks and forests.
For you, dear reader:
2. To Share the Beauty of Rural Pennsylvania
I wanted readers to experience the charm of small towns, the serenity of forests, and the sense of community that defines this region. If you’ve ever driven through Warren, hiked Rimrock, or enjoyed a meal at Bent Run Brewery, you’ll feel right at home in these pages.
3. To Give Back to the Parks That Gave Me So Much
A portion of every book sold supports the Pennsylvania Parks & Forests Foundation (PPFF), a nonprofit dedicated to preserving our 124 state parks and 2.2 million acres of forest land. If you have a State Park Passport BOOK, you already know their work.
4. To Explore Life’s Hard Questions
We’ve all heard the phrases: “Life isn’t fair,” “Sometimes bad things happen to good people,” and “I hope they get what’s coming to them.” This story asks: Do people really get what they deserve? It’s a question that lingers long after the last page.
November 12, 2025
If you live in PA, you'll love these references!!!!
Kinzua Road (PA 59) - up to the Dam
Bent Run Brewery
The Allegheny River, The Allegheny Reservior
Scandia, Sheffield, St. Marys, Bradford
Iron City Beer
Fly Fishing references
Farming references
Chapman State Park, Alleghany State Park, Hearts Content, Quehanna Wilds
Straub Beer, Iron City Beer
Kinzua Road (PA 59) - up to the Dam
Bent Run Brewery
The Allegheny River, The Allegheny Reservior
Scandia, Sheffield, St. Marys, Bradford
Iron City Beer
Fly Fishing references
Farming references
Chapman State Park, Alleghany State Park, Hearts Content, Quehanna Wilds
Straub Beer, Iron City Beer
November 12, 2025
I enjoyed the familiar references and relatability of the book as far as lifestyle and rural living and also the suspense and unexpected plot twists and turns.
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