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Getting Out Alive: The Autumn Veatch Story
A true story… A harrowing plane crash took the lives of two people and plunged sixteen-year-old Autumn Veatch into the middle of the rugged Cascade Mountains. Injured, alone, and lost, she defies all odds to make it out alive. This short story is a true account of a brave young woman's survival. Not only was Autumn the sole survivor of the crash, but she then hiked for nearly three days through some of the most unforgiving terrain in the country. Find out what it takes to be a survivor.
- GenresSurvival
40 pages, Paperback
First published September 5, 2015
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About the author
Tara Ellis
64 books249 followersWith over 50 published books across ten genres, author Tara Ellis is best known for her heart-pounding post-apocalyptic and thriller series. A heavy dose of mystery often underscores her character-driven plots, heralding back to what fueled her desire to tell stories from an early age.
A certified firefighter in the state of Washington, Tara volunteered as a FF/EMT for over eight years. She also responded as a support officer, worked as an emergency room technician, was a 911 dispatcher, and taught life-saving techniques to the public and first responders. As an author of thriller and survival stories, she draws upon her personal experience throughout her storytelling.
Tara lives in the gorgeous Cascade Mountains of Washington State. When not writing or spending time with family, she can be found hiking the woods while plotting her next adventure.
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A certified firefighter in the state of Washington, Tara volunteered as a FF/EMT for over eight years. She also responded as a support officer, worked as an emergency room technician, was a 911 dispatcher, and taught life-saving techniques to the public and first responders. As an author of thriller and survival stories, she draws upon her personal experience throughout her storytelling.
Tara lives in the gorgeous Cascade Mountains of Washington State. When not writing or spending time with family, she can be found hiking the woods while plotting her next adventure.
*Join Tara's newsletter on her author website: Tara Ellis Books
*Check out her women's literature and mysteries under the pen name of Tara Meyers
*Find her on FB under Tara Ellis Author
Check back for upcoming dates for public appearances and book signings!
Coming this year, in 2025:
*A new post-apocalyptic series with Aethon Books, The 6th Extinction, releases in April
*A new thriller series co-authored with L.T. Ryan was announced to release later this year!
*The third and final book in The Fallen series, The Redeemed, is coming this summer
*Several new audiobooks will go live throughout the year
Check back for upcoming dates for public appearances and book signings!
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January 28, 2016
3.5 stars. I love survival stories, so I had to read this one. Ms. Ellis did a good job of capturing Autumn's inner turmoil during her quest for civilization. I just wish the story had been longer. I would have liked an epilogue that explained the search from the rescuers' viewpoint. Perhaps those details were given in the media while the hunt was on, but I must have missed it. Anyway, I'm glad Autumn made it, and I plan to check out Ms. Ellis' fiction work since I enjoyed her writing style.
June 25, 2017
Very inspiring story
I love reading true stories about things like this. It shows that any one can overcome any thing. I love how the author gave all the credit to the true survive.
I love reading true stories about things like this. It shows that any one can overcome any thing. I love how the author gave all the credit to the true survive.
January 22, 2016
A story of tragedy and faith.
Amazing story of courage, determination and faith. Such a tragic story. I loved that even though she had not talked to God in a long time, she called out to Him. Her cries were heard and answered! It's a wonderful testimony that will give others hope in desperate times.
Amazing story of courage, determination and faith. Such a tragic story. I loved that even though she had not talked to God in a long time, she called out to Him. Her cries were heard and answered! It's a wonderful testimony that will give others hope in desperate times.
May 4, 2017
Arlen10
Good story, well-written
It's too short, needs more background on her and on recovery. I could not stop reading this true story.
Good story, well-written
It's too short, needs more background on her and on recovery. I could not stop reading this true story.
December 17, 2017
Spoiler alert!
Planes crashes, she survives. End of story. There is no substance here. No interest, no technique, no insight. Waste of time (although not much time the book is so short) and money.
Planes crashes, she survives. End of story. There is no substance here. No interest, no technique, no insight. Waste of time (although not much time the book is so short) and money.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
December 29, 2018
A Great Survival Story
An unbelievable story about how a sixteen year old survived a plane crash and pushed herself until she could make it out alive.
An unbelievable story about how a sixteen year old survived a plane crash and pushed herself until she could make it out alive.
January 1, 2018
Amazing Courage
Short story that went fast fir me. I read it in 20 minutes and was impressed by Autumn’s courage. The only detail I was hoping to read was how she felt when she was reunited with her family. It must have been a mixed emotional time for her parents, to lose parents but have their daughter back.
Short story that went fast fir me. I read it in 20 minutes and was impressed by Autumn’s courage. The only detail I was hoping to read was how she felt when she was reunited with her family. It must have been a mixed emotional time for her parents, to lose parents but have their daughter back.
February 10, 2022
I wished there was more
Very quick read. Very little detail. While I think Autumn must have been strong and resourceful to walk for help through the mountains after a plane crash killed her step-grandparents, I would have liked to read a more personal story describing how she was able to keep going.
This short book felt more like a synopsis then a story.
Very quick read. Very little detail. While I think Autumn must have been strong and resourceful to walk for help through the mountains after a plane crash killed her step-grandparents, I would have liked to read a more personal story describing how she was able to keep going.
This short book felt more like a synopsis then a story.
May 23, 2017
Good to know
Good to know that those survival TV shows have some value. Maybe I'll watch them more often in case I have to survive in the woods.
Good to know that those survival TV shows have some value. Maybe I'll watch them more often in case I have to survive in the woods.
September 24, 2017
This has to be horrible for a young girl to go thru. Makes you grateful for what you have. A great read.
January 3, 2018
Perfect for adolescent readers!
April 15, 2020
Where's the rest?
This isn't a story, it's barely more that a summary!
This isn't a story, it's barely more that a summary!
February 6, 2018
This story of true survival was written fantastically and I am glad that Autumn is on the mend.
Autumn is on her own in the mountains after the plane she is on crashes leaving her as the only survivor of the crash.
Autumn is proof that if you put your mind to something you can achieve anything, she was determined that she wasn't going to die on that mountain so she hiked for day's just so she could be saved, she didn't lose hope.
Autumn is a true survivor and is possible an inspiration to many people. I am happy it had a happy ending, it would have been sad is she did all that hard work for nothing.
Autumn is on her own in the mountains after the plane she is on crashes leaving her as the only survivor of the crash.
Autumn is proof that if you put your mind to something you can achieve anything, she was determined that she wasn't going to die on that mountain so she hiked for day's just so she could be saved, she didn't lose hope.
Autumn is a true survivor and is possible an inspiration to many people. I am happy it had a happy ending, it would have been sad is she did all that hard work for nothing.
January 27, 2016
Short but well done.
This book gave a blow by blow account of how things can go wrong in your life in an instant.. We all at times feel that really bad things only happen to other people, not so my friend. Read this book and learn the Truth.
This book gave a blow by blow account of how things can go wrong in your life in an instant.. We all at times feel that really bad things only happen to other people, not so my friend. Read this book and learn the Truth.
March 14, 2016
Short & sweet
Good story. Pretty short. Not A lot of detail but worth the time to check out this quick read. Thanks.
Good story. Pretty short. Not A lot of detail but worth the time to check out this quick read. Thanks.
May 14, 2025
Very short
I remember reading about this girl and her amazing survival. Im glad her story was written up in more detail so more people could see what a brave woman she is.
I remember reading about this girl and her amazing survival. Im glad her story was written up in more detail so more people could see what a brave woman she is.
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