Books with author Jennie Petersen

When twelve-year-old Ryan reluctantly agrees to join his experienced older brother, Tanner, on a camping trip, he never dreams that it will turn into the most frightening day of his life.Ryan admits he's no good at sports or outdoor stuff. He'd much rather be playing video games. But Tanner assures him it will be an easy trip. They'll kayak down the Boulder River, fish, and toast marshmallows at night.When they set out, the river is higher than usual, and the kayaking is scary. Tanner keeps saying there's no reason to worry. But when he's badly hurt in a kayaking accident, Ryan is afraid he's not up to the challenge of saving his brother's life. The only danger Ryan has confronted has been in his video games. What good are those games now, when he's facing a real-life battle?

It’s Ryan versus the river in a race against time to save his brother’s life.When twelve-year-old Ryan reluctantly agrees to join his experienced older brother Tanner on a camping trip, he could never have dreamed this would turn into the most frightening day of his life. Ryan’s no good at sports or outdoor stuff. He’d rather be home playing video games. But Tanner says it’s an easy trip. They’ll kayak down the Boulder River, catch fish, and roast marshmallows. But the river is higher than usual, and the kayaking is scary. Tanner isn’t worried. But soon after, he’s badly hurt in a kayaking accident, leaving Ryan alone and afraid he can’t save his brother’s life. He’s only faced danger in video games. What good are games now when Ryan faces a real-life battle?

Caught between two identities, and left to roam an unusual and imperiled world, young Sarah must throw off the mantle of her ordinary past and embrace the duties--and dangers--of a princess. For anything can happen in the world of Nihon--and often does. Left at the mercy of a race of mutant creatures that scour the land murdering humans, Nihon turns to its last hope for peace--their rightful princess. The only problem is, Sarah has no idea of her hidden identity and now finds the heavy weight of this strange world on her shoulders. Hidden away in a small band of demon mercenaries, Sarah sets out to explore not just the physical landscape of her homeland but the powerful princess hiding inside. In her pursuit to pull Nihon back from the brink, Sarah must battle through demons, assassins, untrustworthy allies, and undue sparks of young love. Can Sarah be the princess her people need? Or will she crumble under the weight of her destiny?

Caught between two identities, and left to roam an unusual and imperiled world, young Sarah must throw off the mantle of her ordinary past and embrace the duties--and dangers--of a princess. For anything can happen in the world of Nihon--and often does. Left at the mercy of a race of mutant creatures that scour the land murdering humans, Nihon turns to its last hope for peace--their rightful princess. The only problem is, Sarah has no idea of her hidden identity and now finds the heavy weight of this strange world on her shoulders. Hidden away in a small band of demon mercenaries, Sarah sets out to explore not just the physical landscape of her homeland but the powerful princess hiding inside. In her pursuit to pull Nihon back from the brink, Sarah must battle through demons, assassins, untrustworthy allies, and undue sparks of young love. Can Sarah be the princess her people need? Or will she crumble under the weight of her destiny?

A car thief isn't the sort of person you'd expect to find helping out in an animal shelter. But to make up for his crime, Kevin is sent to help Tracy and her brother, Luke -- and none of them knows what to expect. When heavy winter rains cause the town's levee to break, the teenagers are forced to skip orientation and help with the rescue effort. Within moments they're in a powerboat packed with sandwiches and supplies and out on the water. Their mission runs smoothly until armed thieves, caught in the act of stealing from a flooded home, kidnap Luke. In a heartbeat, the rescue effort turns towards Tracy's brother -- and unless she and Kevin can band together, there's no hope for survival.

It’s Ryan versus the river in a race against time to save his brother’s life.When twelve-year-old Ryan reluctantly agrees to join his experienced older brother Tanner on a camping trip, he could never have dreamed this would turn into the most frightening day of his life. Ryan’s no good at sports or outdoor stuff. He’d rather be home playing video games. But Tanner says it’s an easy trip. They’ll kayak down the Boulder River, catch fish, and roast marshmallows. But the river is higher than usual, and the kayaking is scary. Tanner isn’t worried. But soon after, he’s badly hurt in a kayaking accident, leaving Ryan alone and afraid he can’t save his brother’s life. He’s only faced danger in video games. What good are games now when Ryan faces a real-life battle?