Travis R.R. Fenty
Description
Set against the dramatic backdrop of the 2026 Pikes Peak Marathon—the oldest continually held race in the United States—The Burnout and The Race is a
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gripping psychological thriller that follows Cory Flynn as he embarks on a journey through the shadow of the Colorado Rockies. Driven by a desperate attempt to find purpose and healing, Cory pushes beyond his limits, haunted by anxiety and guilt from past tragedies. His only escape is running, which he clings to while retreating to his family’s secluded cabin, nestled deep within the forest.
As the marathon approaches, Cory’s battle intensifies—not just against the specter of the grueling ascent up the Barr Trail but against the unresolved skeletons of his past. The mountains, symbolic of his internal struggle, turn every stride into a fight for survival. The stakes are further heightened by the unexpected reappearance of Willa Bradley, a long-lost acquaintance and former pupil, whose presence kindles a suppressed desire for love that complicates Cory’s quest. Their relationship, charged with tension and chemistry, transforms the race into a thrilling and emotional journey, where passion and conflict intertwine.
In the charming towns of Estes Park and Manitou Springs, Willa’s determination to reconnect with Cory unravels a narrative of rediscovered friendship and budding romance. As her feelings deepen, she becomes entangled in the origins of Cory’s darkest fears, forcing them both to confront an unsettling truth. The marathon evolves into more than just a test of endurance—it becomes a journey of self-discovery, where survival depends not only on physical strength but also on emotional resilience.
By drawing on the epic themes of love, conflict, and destiny, The Burnout and The Race offers a suspenseful, passionate story that promises escapism for those who seek adventure and the thrill of a journey that reexamines the meaning between merely surviving and truly living.
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