One Wrong Step

The unforgiving trails of Mount Everest become the backdrop for a gripping adventure. Two young protagonists face a fight for survival, confronting loss, the challenge of letting go, and the profound lesson that where the eye goes, a person follows. For a climber, letting go means certain death, but for Atlas, it signifies something even more daunting. He must learn to release his past and look forward if he hopes to reach his goal.

Twelve-year-old Atlas Wade has been climbing mountains since his mother's death, seeking to forget his grief. When his father enrolls them in an expedition to summit Mount Everest, Atlas sees a chance to prove himself and finally leave his mother behind. However, he, along with a young American girl named Maddie and their injured Sherpa, Chodak, are left behind. Amidst news of war in Europe and a nearby Nazi summit attempt, their warnings go unheeded until an avalanche strikes.

With no word from the group, Atlas, Maddie, and Chodak embark on a perilous ascent to search for survivors. They must rely on their combined wits, facing sickness, harsh weather, and the chilling fear of a Nazi spy. Atlas grapples with learning to let go to find his father and mend their fractured relationship, a rift deepened by his mother's death. This thrilling epic, set against the infamous Mount Everest, explores grief, acceptance, and the enduring bonds that sustain life. A standout title from a New York Times Best Sellers author, this Middle Grade Historical Fiction novel offers a touching and intense reading experience.