In “The Guide,” Colorado author Peter Heller weaves a suspenseful tale centered on Jack, a young wilderness and fishing guide at an elite resort near Crested Butte. Things aren’t quite as idyllic as they seem, though, and Jack finds himself questioning what he sees and hears at every turn. Heller joined City Cast Denver’s Peyton Garcia for a conversation about his inspiration for the book, and what it was like writing a fictional story set during a pandemic — while actually experiencing the pandemic in real time.

NOTE: This interview originally aired in August 2021, and is back as part of our special summer book series. Tune in all week for more!

Learn more about Peter and his work at PeterHellerAuthor.com

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Our Summer Reads: Not Everything Is As It Seems in Pandemic Thriller ‘The Guide’