Donna Wren Carson releases her mystery novel “An Adventure in Arizona”

Donna Wren Carson has published her riveting mystery novel, An Adventure in Arizona, with Author Reputation Press.

The book follows sixth-grader Leira and her friends Addy and Skye as they go on a winter break marked with fun and danger at the same time.

Leira and her new friends are thrilled when Mrs. MacGregor, Leira’s mother, invites Addy and Skye to come along on the family’s trip to Arizona. The trip marks many firsts for Leira’s friends: it’s Addy first time to stay at a hotel and Skye’s first airplane ride.

They are to visit Leira’s relatives: Aunt Debbie, Uncle Ray, and cousins Brianna and Luke, an Eagle Scout.

After Luke invites the girls to go on camping in the nearby canyons and mountains, they oblige and begin to learn about the desert and the ways of camping.

However, their fun moment together is interrupted by the appearance of mysterious markings one morning around their camp. It’s as if someone has been watching them in the middle of the desert.

This fast-paced mystery novel is an entertaining and educational read for young readers in particular. The author also demonstrates her research prowess by including insightful details about the desert’s flora and fauna, as well as the culture of Native America.

With a rich plotline, An Adventure in Arizona appeals to kids and parents alike, both of which can feel good about reading the book from the front cover down to the last page.

The book is now available to purchase via our online bookstore.