Discover Your Next Adventure
From the prehistoric Alps to distant galaxies, and from the challenges of growing up to extraordinary journeys of discovery, Ridgecrest Books brings you stories that transport, challenge, and inspire.
Frozen in Time
Two eras. One extraordinary story.
In the shadow of the Mont Blanc massif, a young woman fights to protect her people from betrayal and an uncertain future. Set in 5200 BCE, Shelter of Stones is a richly researched tale of survival, courage, and the bonds that hold a community together.
In 2161, trauma surgeon Matt Ravanel has devoted his life to saving others, but some wounds are beyond even his skill to heal. Against the breathtaking backdrop of the French Alps, an extraordinary discovery threatens to overturn everything he believes about life, love, and the boundaries of science.
The Chronicles of Deneb
Humanity’s Future. Beyond the Stars.
In 2080, Earth is dying. As humanity races to escape a planet ravaged by climate catastrophe and a deadly pandemic, Dr. Daniel Radu uncovers a conspiracy threatening mankind’s last hope for survival. With time running out, can the Space Ark Mayflower escape before everything is lost?
A new world. An alien civilization. A deadly contagion. When the crew of the Space Ark Mayflower arrives on Deneb, their dreams of a new beginning unravel as a devastating disease fuels prejudice and war. Caught between opposing factions, the humans must fight to survive a world descending into darkness.
The war is over, but peace remains a dangerous illusion. On the divided planet Deneb-7, political ambition, ruthless deception, and simmering hatred threaten to ignite another catastrophe. As powerful enemies manipulate the fragile peace, those caught in their schemes must decide where their loyalties lie—and what they’re willing to sacrifice.
On Cepheus-9, sparkling oceans and lavender skies promise the survivors of the Mayflower a peaceful new beginning. But paradise hides deadly secrets. When the truth about the humans’ origins threatens their existence, Dr. Daniel Radu must navigate a treacherous web of deception to protect those he loves.
Deep within the unforgiving mountains of Deneb-7, Dr. Daniel Radu is imprisoned in a brutal labour camp, accused of being an alien spy. Determined to expose the truth, he wages a dangerous campaign of sabotage and deception. But escaping his captors may demand more courage than even he possesses.
Young Adult & Coming-of-Age Fiction
Featuring TIARIS: When the Oceans Kissed, by D. M. Buehler
Tiaris’s world turns upside down when she is flung back in time while exploring a mangrove swamp after moving to Panama. Trapped in 1906 during the building of the canal, she learns to survive with the help of a resourceful Barbadian labourer and a fearless Panamanian herbalist. Amid racial segregation and gender roles that clash with her modern beliefs, Tiaris discovers the wonders of the tropics and the stories of those who built the canal. But danger looms. Thwarted at every turn by a ruthless and embittered foreman, the trio must decipher the meaning of a century-old legend that holds the key to Tiaris’s return home. But will they unravel its secrets in time?
If you love historical fiction and fantasy—no matter your age—don’t miss this thrilling tale of adventure and self-discovery in a race against time.