We Aren't Finished Surviving

by Gabriella Rogers (née Ganem)

Jackson Carter had his entire career planned out. Moving to Utah was his golden ticket to a spot on one of the nation's best snowboarding teams. The fact that they wanted him... well, that's a dream come true. He's on top of the world, literally, and he loves it. Before he embarks on the journey to the rest of his life, Jackson agrees to one more road trip over the winter break. He's returning home to Montrose, Colorado, with his brother Andrew and their friends, Brooke, Lydia, and Lucas. After all, Jackson isn't about to miss a chance to spend hours in a car with Brooke. But the trip meant as a last hurrah before school begins turns into a nightmare when they're involved in a devastating accident. Neither Jackson nor his friends could have guessed the aftermath would leave them trapped at the bottom of a mountain, at the mercy of the Colorado winter. The group is far from equipped to weather the cold or whatever else might lurk in the forest, and the emotional trauma of the accident is taking its toll on all of them. They must focus on one thing, and one thing only, staying alive. But as they fight for their lives on the other side of the accident, Jackson doesn't know how he will face the winter he once loved or continue to chase his dreams when it has caused so much heartache. What will he do when the snow that made him so happy before now fills his heart with terror? How can he keep surviving?

242 pages, Paperback

Published June 10, 2022

About the author

Gabriella Rogers (née Ganem) was born and raised in Newport Coast, CA. She is a graduate of Biola University and is past CEO & President, and the Founder of Kidzstack Inc., a nonprofit organization connecting the community to kids in need of literature. In her free time, Gabriella loves watching LOST, going to the aquarium, building legos, spending time with friends and family, and—of course—reading!

Reviews

[Carsten · Rating 5 out of 5]

It was hard for me to put this book down. I really connected with the characters and loved watching their relationships develop throughout all the difficult situations they faced. As someone who gets bored easily, I also found the format very engaging. The author really made me feel what was being described on the pages - whether it was the weather or the emotions. I was swept into the story - the sign of a talented writer, I think! I'd definitely recommend this book for adults and teenagers alike.