Welcome to suspense in the mountains
The rugged beauty of the Rockies has long been a source of legendary characters, mythical creatures, lost treasures, and haunted places. These are the things that ignite the stories by DJ Davis.
Join me for an adventure in the mountains. Who knows what we’ll find — or what will find us.
New Release
When ordinary people encounter the uncanny—from haunted espresso machines and living tumors to dream‑theft clinics and shape‑shifting guardians—they must sacrifice pieces of themselves to save love, talent, and wild places before those gifts are taken forever.
These eight short stories stitch intimate loss to uncanny possibility: grief that rewrites memory, institutions that commodify dreams, and mythic creatures that defend what remains of the wilderness. In each character’s desperate struggle for redemption and survival, every choice matters—and the ultimate truth can only be discovered by turning the page.
Life’s Short
So Are These Stories
What are you willing to give up to save what matters most?
These are stories of bargains and payoffs—of small human acts that ripple into fate. The stakes are vivid: buried family, stolen dreams, poisoned food, and the last wild canyons. With razor humor and eerie tenderness, Davis forces every character to decide which pieces of themselves they will trade to survive—or to save what cannot be replaced
Book News
I have exciting news for fans of Summer Star, Summer Dark, and the indomitable Troy Hart. Book Three is in progress! This has been a long time coming and I’m so happy to be immersed in the Troy Hart Zone again. It’s a world where haunted cabins, mysterious relics, and the paranormal converge on the contemporary, rugged Colorado frontier.
Fun blend of history and mystery
I thoroughly enjoyed this read. The author dips into Colorado history and combines it flawlessly with the present using unique and beautiful description, snappy dialogue, and well-developed characters. The blend of paranormal with natural events is nicely balanced and intriguing. It is fast paced, fun, and overall very entertaining.
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About the Author
DJ Davis is a Colorado writer with mountains in her DNA. The rugged high country and rich history of the state set the scene for her characters. She’s the author of several novels and short stories. When she’s not writing or photographing the wildlife, she frequently disappears into the wilderness with her husband and dogs.
What Readers Are Saying
5.0 out of 5 stars So attached to the characters
I have no idea how the author made me so attached to the characters but I loved the book and characters crying right along side them. Thank you for the wonderful read DJ Davis!
5.0 out of 5 stars Calpulli grabs you and won’t let go
Couldn’t put this book down! Mystery is my favorite genre and I love when an author keeps me guessing, when the ending is not predictable. DJ Davis knocked it out of the park with Calpulli.
5.0 out of 5 stars Fantastic and Awesome
This book was FANTASTIC, I had a very hard time putting it down for meals and sleeping. Glad I’m retired so I didn’t have to miss any work! The story had me laughing and crying all the way to the end. Can’t wait to get started on her next book!
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