Into Xinjiang

When a photograph of Daniel Weaver leads to a nationwide manhunt in China, he flees for his life, encountering an American tour guide named Lisa. He must evade the army, police, media, and everyone in between while trying to escape from China unseen or face a lifetime of incarceration for a crime he didn't commit.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 272 pages
Publication date: 28 April 2023
Publisher: Troubador Publishing

When a seemingly innocent photograph in the streets of Beijing ignites a nationwide manhunt, a desperate flight for freedom begins, and young British traveler Daniel Weaver finds himself running for his life. Using his wits, misdirection, and a change of identity, Dan flees through the deserts of northern China in his pursuit of freedom.

Mid-flight, he crosses paths with an American tour guide named Lisa, who promises to help Dan escape, but her motivations remain unclear, while a billion people search for the young backpacker. Is anyone who they say they are?

Caught in the middle of a political scandal, Dan is way out of his depths in a country where he doesn't speak the language and must evade the army, police, media, and everyone in between. Little does he know the real reasons for his terrifying predicament, but his fate was sealed within twenty-four hours of landing. Dan must escape from China unseen or face a lifetime of incarceration for a crime he had no part in.

All he knows is that he must run.

As Dan flees through the rugged terrain of northern China, he encounters a diverse range of characters, each with their own motivations and agendas. He befriends a group of nomadic herders who offer him shelter and protection, but he soon realizes that they are not who they seem.

Meanwhile, Lisa, the American tour guide, becomes increasingly suspicious of Dan's intentions and begins to question her own role in his escape. She discovers that Dan has a hidden past and a connection to a powerful political figure in China, which puts her in danger.

As Dan's pursuers close in, he must use all of his wits and skills to stay one step ahead. He must evade the army, police, and media, while also trying to uncover the truth about his predicament and the people who are hunting him.

In the end, Dan must make a difficult decision that will change his life forever. He must choose between his freedom and his loyalty to those he cares about. He must also face the consequences of his actions and the impact that his escape will have on the people around him.

"The Escape" is a thrilling and suspenseful story that explores the themes of identity, freedom, and the consequences of our actions. It is a reminder that even in the most desperate situations, there is always a chance for redemption and escape.

Dimension: 198 x 129 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781803136554