When the Ferry Didn't Run

By Doug Bayliss

When a ferry crossing is canceled, and a storm closes in, Billy and Mia find themselves navigating a dangerous riverbank instead of heading home. What begins as a delay turns into a quiet test of judgment when they realize someone else may be in harm's way; walking away might be the easier choice.

When the Ferry Didn't Run
A Billy & Mia Mystery

When a ferry crossing is unexpectedly canceled, Billy and Mia are forced onto a narrow river road just as a storm begins to build. What starts as a routine delay quickly becomes more dangerous as rising water, lost signals, and a sudden separation leave them navigating the riverbank on their own.

Along the way, Billy and Mia notice signs that someone else has been through the woods recently, but not by choice. As conditions worsen, they face a quiet but difficult decision: keep moving toward safety, or stay and help someone who may not want to be found.

Set against a landscape shaped by weather, water, and uncertainty, When the Ferry Didn't Run is a grounded mystery about observation, responsibility, and choosing to do the right thing when no clear answers are offered.

Perfect for readers who enjoy:

Realistic outdoor adventures
Mystery without graphic danger
Thoughtful, character-driven storytelling
Stories where courage is shown through restraint, not bravado.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0GFW29QXD
• ISBN13: 9798243182621
• Release Date: January 2026
• Publisher: Independently Published
• Length: 54 Pages
• Weight: 0.22 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 5.5" x 8.5"