Chasing the Volcano, A Debut Novel
For adventurous fiction lovers, this novel tells the story of a young geologist working with ancient rocks who finds herself in mortal danger when Mount St. Helens erupts with catastrophic power.
Adventure in Iconic Landscapes
A thrilling journey from the Grand Canyon to Mount St. Helens' eruption.
Delving into Geology
Lauren’s growth as an scientist and geologist in a challenging, male-dominated field.
Real Events, Powerful Story
Inspired by true geological history, blending adventure with emotional depth.
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Journey to Deep Time
Susan Sizer Bogue is a lawyer-turned-writer who has published many humorous essays and written the script for the musical The Christmas of the Phonograph Records. This is her first novel. She lives in the Denver, Colorado, area.
A Young Geologist's Tale
Dive into the captivating world of Deep Time, a novel that explores the tumultuous journey of Lauren, a young woman with dreams as vast as the Grand Canyon, where she embarks on a life-changing raft trip and discovers not just the beauty of the West, but also the fascinating world of geology.
While dealing with the complexities of her own life—a chaotic mother and a troubled marriage—she ventures into the male-dominated realm of graduate geology studies. She finds herself drawn into a web of ambition, desire, and danger, all under the watchful eye of a predatory professor. From stormy sea voyages to perilous backcountry treks, Lauren’s exploration of geology becomes a metaphor for her own awakening.
When Mount St. Helens rumbles to life, Lauren is determined to witness the eruption of this powerful volcano from a daring vantage point. But when the mountain unleashes its fury, she realizes she’s in mortal danger. Racing against time and nature, Lauren must navigate the chaos of the eruption while desperately searching for her missing best friend. Will she find him in time, or will the volcano’s wrath consume everything she holds dear?
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