Running Out of Air
Running Out of Air by Lilli Sutton, published by Mira Books on November 19, 2024, is a debut novel that explores the complexities of sisterhood and ambition. This 336-page book delves into the lives of Evelyn and Sophie, once celebrated as a formidable climbing duo, whose relationship is shattered by betrayal. As they confront their past and the challenges of a high-stakes mountaineering expedition, the narrative unfolds against the backdrop of their strained bond and personal aspirations.
Readers will find a story that intertwines themes of coming of age, family life, and the pursuit of dreams within the realms of adventure and suspense. The sisters are presented with an opportunity to summit the uncharted Yama Parvat, forcing them to navigate their tumultuous relationship amid the perilous conditions of the mountain. As they face a devastating storm, the survival of both their lives and their fractured trust becomes a central focus, prompting reflections on sacrifice and redemption.
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“An exhilarating adventure.”
–Zoje Stage, USA Today bestselling author of Baby Teeth and Dear Hanna
A smart, thrilling and powerful debut by Lilli Sutton that asks what it costs to pursue your wildest dreams?
Evelyn and Sophie, sisters and best friends, were known as one of the climbing world’s strongest teams–but that was before Evelyn had an affair with Sophie’s husband. Now they can’t even be in the same room together. That is, until they’re both offered a mountaineer’s dream: a chance to summit the eight-thousand-meter peak Yama Parvat.
Sophie has been aimless since Evelyn’s betrayal. She hasn’t summited a Himalayan mountain in nearly two years, all the joy drained from the sport for her, and this trek offers a chance to reestablish herself as a top climber before her sponsors withdraw their funding. Evelyn has been happy with Miles since he left Sophie, but guilt continues to shadow her, clouding her judgment and the ability to move forward. Now she’s willing to gamble everything for the chance to be part of the first team to summit this as-yet unclimbed mountain and prove herself a capable leader.
Stranded during a devastating storm on top of the world, Evelyn and Sophie are forced to climb together. Whether or not they make it off the mountain alive hinges on their trust in one another–something lost years ago–as they face down the question of how much they’re willing to sacrifice to get it all back.
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