
Michael Koryta
8 SeriesMichael Koryta is an American author known for his works in crime fiction and supernatural thrillers. He began contacting his favorite authors at the age of eight and decided to pursue writing crime fiction during high school, where he also interned with a private investigator. His last name is pronounced "ko-ree-ta."
Author: Michael Koryta Rewritten synopsis: In "Those Who Wish Me Dead," a teenage boy witnesses a murder and is placed in a wilderness survival program for protection. Pursued by two ruthless killers, he must navigate the dangers of the Montana wilderness. A smokejumper, haunted by her past, becomes his unlikely guardian. Together, they face not only the assassins but also a raging forest fire. The novel blends suspense, survival, and the indomitable human spirit in a gripping narrative.