When Asher Hirsch's mother died, so too did his grandparents' love for him. As he develops into a boy full of snide hate and silent adversity, he is faced only with a friend, which is the most unforgivable thing possible. That is, until Levi Cohen saves his life. Facing vicious reptiles both in the swamp and in his home, Asher must choose to let his hatred consume him or to let himself be engulfed in a tide of friendship and understanding. But first he must swallow his pride, or else he will be trapped in the shadow of fear.