River Redeemed

Young Nigel and his cynical uncle Rickie think it’s going to be a typical day at the bookstore until an unexpected guest, Mert the Eel, arrives with a declaration of philosophical revolution. Mert tells them he has been having extraordinary visions of the afterlife—visions of a powerful, hopeful truth with the potential to unite all of fishkind. The three make it their life’s mission to share these visions throughout the grim and violent underwater world of the River.But not everyone welcomes these revelations. Mert’s visions clash with the ideas found in a revered book and threaten the very foundation of the River. A bloodthirsty ghoul from Rickie’s past, an oddly hospitable alligator, and a deranged snake are just a few of those opposed to their mission. Their daring journey leads them to an ultimate choice—one that haunts Nigel to this day.Now in charge of the entire River, Nigel reflects on his adventure with his the friends he gained and lost, the times his body and spirit were nearly broken, and the destiny-altering decisions placed on such a young fishie.In the divided River, being loud is not enough to change the minds of fish. It takes grit, bloodshed, and an insatiable yearning for the greater good.