In this vulnerable and powerfully inspiring memoir, Nicholas Branch shares his true story of drowning as a child—and meeting God in the space between life and death. That miraculous moment becomes the turning point for a lifelong journey of transformation, healing, and divine connection. What begins with a supernatural encounter unfolds into a deeply human story of faith, suffering, and hope.

The River is more than a near-death experience; it's a reminder of the unseen miracles woven into everyday life. Through seasons of heartbreak, loss, and redemption, Branch reveals how God's love—steady and miraculous—can carry us when we feel like we're drowning. Readers seeking reassurance in their faith, motivation through tragedy, or simply a reason to believe again will find comfort and courage in this testimony of divine presence, healing, and renewal.