Darkness. Silence. Terror. In the heart of the ancient forest, something watches. Something hunts. Deep in the North Cascades wilderness, a group of friends embark on what should be a peaceful hiking expedition. When Ben, the overprotective leader, and his friend Mia, still haunted by personal grief, discover disturbing signs in the woods, their weekend getaway transforms into a fight for survival. Strange markers appear in their path, and an oppressive silence descends upon the forest. The discovery of a mysterious shelter suggests they're not alone, but nothing prepares them for the horror that follows. As their satellite phone dies and one of their own is found murdered in a secluded ravine, panic sets in. With no way to call for help and someone - or something - stalking them through the endless pines, the group must confront a terrifying question: Will any of them make it out of these woods alive? Prey in the Pines is Axel I. Carver's bone-chilling psychological thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat. If you love heartpounding suspense, primal terror, and psychological mind games, you'll be captivated by Carver's masterful tale of survival horror. Grab your copy now and prepare for a sleepless night!