The story begins with four friends who reunite for a Caribbean diving adventure: Jack, a former Navy pilot turned private aviator; Maya, a passionate marine biologist; Cole, an ex–Force Recon Marine; and Evan, a restless tech entrepreneur. A simple escape from the ordinary quickly becomes an extraordinary expedition when the team chases rumors of a hidden reef thriving beneath the Amazon River’s outflow. Their discovery of a remarkable and little-known ecosystem is soon overshadowed by a sudden military invasion across the Guianas, leaving them trapped behind enemy lines. As conflict spreads and their lives are at risk, the group must draw upon their unique skills, courage, and friendship to protect their discovery and each other and ultimately fight for humanity’s conscience.

“My hope in writing this book is to ignite readers’ curiosity for exploration and their appreciation of courage, focus, and discovery in an uncertain world,” said Hicks, a U.S. Navy veteran and professional pilot with a background in geological science and meteorology. “Amazon Flow fuses scientific exploration with the pace of a modern thriller. It’s a story for readers who crave realism, emotional depth, and the thrill of the unknown.”

““Anthony Hicks delivers a pulse-pounding, timely thriller infused with authentic firsthand experience,” said Chris Schafer, CEO at Tactical 16 Publishing. “You’re transported into the action because Anthony has truly been there and done it all. An exhilarating, fast-paced read.”