Out of the Muck: Life on the Alaska Frontier

by G.E. Sherman

On the frontier of Alaska, all Thomas Thornton wanted to do was mine for gold. Rather than producing a bounty of gold, a new and potentially lucrative opportunity thrusts him and his crew into a mystery. He and his friends, along with a novice deputy marshal, must work together to solve a series of murders before more people fall prey to a relentless killer.

342 pages, Kindle Edition

Published April 10, 2022

About the author

Gary Sherman has a wide and varied background, including that of geologist, mining engineer, software engineer, and author. He has authored both technical books and articles, as well as fiction. In addition to being the founder of a successful open source GIS project, Gary has published two books on the topic.

When writing fiction, he draws on the depth of his background, providing vivid descriptions of life on the last frontier, wildlife encounters, and survival. Further, his experience as an outdoor enthusiast provides inspiration in the stories he tells.

Gary resides in Alaska and regularly watches moose from his living room window.