Patrick Flint meets The River Wild in this heart-pounding 1970s Wyoming thriller from USA Today bestselling author Pamela Fagan Hutchins. A family river trip meant for fishing, hiking, and adventure turns deadly when a gang of outlaws targets the Flints-and Patrick's son lies critically injured. Patrick Flint planned the perfect wilderness escape: a week on the Tukudika River with his family, exploring the Bridger-Teton National Forest, observing big horn sheep, and retracing the lands of the Mountain Shoshone. But the adventure starts badly-a dead body floats past before they even leave camp. Things spiral out of control: teenagers go missing, a young cousin is lost in the forest, Perry sustains a severe head injury, and the family patriarch lags behind. When a shortcut to safety puts Patrick's brother in the crosshairs of ruthless criminals, the Flints must navigate treacherous rapids, unpredictable weather, and family tensions while racing against time to survive. Every decision could be the difference between life and death. "A roller-coaster ride from the first page to the last!" Scapegoat is the fourth installment in the Patrick Flint series, a thrilling spin-off from the What Doesn't Kill You super series. Available in digital, print, and audiobook. Fans of C.J. Box and Craig Johnson will love Hutchins' pulse-pounding Wyoming adventures, packed with suspense, family drama, and breathtaking landscapes. Reader Praise: "A Bob Ross painting with Alfred Hitchcock hidden among the trees." - "Edge-of-your-seat nail biter." - "Unexpected twists!" - "Full of action, suspense, and heart. I was scared, mad, and relieved all at once!" - "Absolutely unputdownable." Buy Scapegoat today for a white-knuckle adventure in the wilds of Wyoming. "Transports readers deep into the mountains of Wyoming for a thriller that has it all--wild animals, criminals, and one family willing to do whatever is necessary to protect its own. Hutchins writes with the authority of a woman who knows this world. She weaves the story with both nail-biting suspense and a healthy dose of humor. You won't want to miss it." -- Danielle Girard, Wall Street Journal-bestselling author of White Out "As many twists and turns as a high-country trail. Every parent's nightmare is the loss or injury of a child, and this powerful novel taps into that primal fear." -- Reavis Z. Wortham, two time winner of The Spur and author of Hawke's Prey "Starts at a gallop and had me holding on with both hands until the riveting finish. Highly atmospheric and nearly crackling with suspense. Highly recommend!" -- Libby Kirsch, Emmy awardwinning reporter and author of the Janet Black Mystery Series "Best book I've read in a long time!" -- Kiersten Marquet, author of Reluctant Promises What Amazon readers are saying: "A Bob Ross painting with Alfred Hitchcock hidden among the trees." "Edge-of-your seat nail biter." "Unexpected twists!" "Wow! Wow! Highly entertaining!" "Beautifully descriptive, with an underlying story of human connection and family." "Well drawn characters, great scenery, and a kept-me-on-the-edge-of-my-seat story!" "Absolutely unputdownable wonder of a story." "Must read!" "Gripping story. Looking for book two!" "Intense!" About Pamela: 2020 Amazon Top 15 Best Seller 2020 Amazon Top 100 Author 2018 USA Today Best Seller 2017 Silver Falchion Award, Best Mystery 2016 USA Best Book Award, Cross-Genre Fiction 2015 USA Best Book Award, Cross-Genre Fiction 2014 Amazon Breakthrough Novel Award Quarter-finalist, Romance Praise for Pamela's other books: What Doesn't Kill You: Katie Connell Texas-to-Caribbean Romantic Mysteries "An exciting tale . . . twisting investigative and legal subplots . . . a character seeking redemption . . . an exhilarating mystery with a touch of voodoo." -- Midwest Book Review Bookwatch "A lively romantic mystery." -- Kirkus Reviews "A riveting drama . . . exciting read, highly recommended." -- Small Press Bookwatch"Katie is the first character I have absolutely fallen in love with since Stephanie Plum!" -- Stephanie Swindell, Bookstore Owner What Doesn't Kill You: Emily Bernal Texas-to-New Mexico Romantic Mysteries "You won't be able to put it down." -- Ken Oder, author of Old Wounds to the Heart "Full of heart, humor, vivid characters, and suspense." -- Gay Yellen, author ofThe Body Business "Hutchins is a master of tension." -- R.L. Nolen, author of Deadly Thyme "Intriguing mystery . . . captivating romance." -- Patricia Flaherty Pagan, author of Trail Ways Pilgrim "Everything about it shines: the plot, the characters and the writing." -- Marcy McKay, author of Pennies from Burger Heaven What Doesn't Kill You: Michele Lopez Hanson Texas Romantic Mysteries "Immediately hooked." -- Terry Sykes-Bradshaw, author of Sibling Revelry "Spellbinding." -- Jo Bryan, Dry Creek Book Club "Fast-paced mystery." -- Deb Krenzer, Book Reviewer "Can't put it down." -- Cathy Bader, Reader What Doesn't Ki