Synopses & Reviews
It is whispered that the Old Ones still hauntMesa Verde-the restless spirits of the Anasazi, whocarved their homes in the mountain's face eightcenturies ago ... and then disappeared from the Earth.
Newly assigned national parks rangerAnna Pigeon seeks solace from her own personaldemons in the ancient cave dwellings of a vanished NativeAmerican civilization. But an inexplicable illness affectingvisitors to the popular Colorado landmark has dragged herfrom her reverie -- as have two mysterious tragedies: thedeath of a child ... and the murder of a friend. And now shemust find the very human source of the evil wind that isblowing through the ruins. For it threatens more innocentlives, Mother Nature ... and Anna herself.
Review
"Stirring...vivid...vibrant...intelligent."—
New York Times Book Review
"A fine tale of murder and greed."—USA Today
Synopsis
In this breathtaking suspense novel by Nevada Barr, park ranger Anna Pigeon is faced with a sinister mystery that threatens the visitors of Mesa Verde. As a strange and deadly disease spreads through the park, Anna must unravel the source and put an end to the evil wind that carries it. With gripping twists and turns, Ill Wind transports readers to the atmospheric landscape of Mesa Verde, immersing them in the heart-pounding action as Anna races against time to uncover the truth. Fans of Nevada Barr's thrilling storytelling and gripping mysteries won't be able to put this book down.
Synopsis
Lately, visitors to Mesa Verde have been bringing home more than photos--they're also carrying a strange, deadly disease. And once it strikes, park ranger Anna Pigeon must find the very human source of the evil wind.