The River King is Bob Romanos return to the storied landscape of western Mainethis time with a fresh cast of vivid, unforgettable characters.

From a young age, Harry Duncan is drawn to his grandfather and great unclefly fishermen with deep Scottish roots and a love for Maines lakes, ponds, and streams. As Harry finds purpose in the outdoors, his best friend Donnie Gilroy wages a personal war against outsiders fishing his home waters, still haunted by the brook trout he lost as a boy. Meanwhile, Harrys complicated relationship with Thelma Louise Shannona bartender with bigger dreamsadds tension to an already shifting world.

Praise for The River King:

Romano nails it character development, rich local heritage, and a deep love for the Rangeley region. V. Paul Reynolds

Reminiscent of Travers Danny and the Boys and Harrisons Brown Dog. Ron Barch

Makes you want to pick up your fly rod. George Smith

Pages: 254
Size: 6 x 9 inches