Three stories in one, all centering around the Altamaha River in Georgia. Story one, a present day kayak trip of two brothers. Story two, a look back at the brother's father, and his relationship with the river. And story three, a look at a French exploration of the area almost 500 years ago. Taylor Brown is a very good writer, his prose and descriptions are engaging. They make you feel like you are actually present during each story. And the manner in which he interwove the stories was flawless. Could have easily been a five star review, except for the fact that the ending seemed a bit rushed. A very good, enjoyable read.