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  • Published: 14 October 2008
  • ISBN: 9781426301827
  • Imprint: National Geographic
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 160
  • RRP: $12.99

Mysteries in Our National Parks: Running Scared

A Mystery in Carlsbad Caverns National Park



Bold, contemporary, new cover designs and an appealing new trim size update this popular mystery series for a new generation of readers!

Jack and Ashley’s search for eight-year-old Sammy has left them hopelessly lost in a twisted maze of tunnels deep inside Carlsbad Caverns. Bats are everywhere, and the echoes of their screeching cries sends a chill through the trio. The only light is the candle in their lantern. What will happen when it burns out, leaving them in total darkness?

  • Published: 14 October 2008
  • ISBN: 9781426301827
  • Imprint: National Geographic
  • Format: Paperback
  • Pages: 160
  • RRP: $12.99

Praise for Mysteries in Our National Parks: Running Scared

"A new mystery series gets off to a great start."--School Library Journal "This is a fast-paced novel filled with nature facts and great descriptions of natural phenomena."Booklist "Vivid descriptions and cliff-hanger chapter endings with plenty of action between, holds readers' attention."--School Library Journal