Sixteen-year-old Joshua Heflin lives a quiet life in Tuckaway Village until a sudden emergency shatters the calm. His beloved grandfather, Cyrus Gibbs, suffers a mysterious seizure that shatters the family's tranquility. As Josh grapples with worry and responsibility, he finds solace in the lake and river, where fishing trips with his loyal dog Felix offer moments of peace.

But danger lurks even in the serenity of the village, where vicious villains lurk. When Josh rescues two inexperienced campers who have been swept into the river's current, he is thrust into the world of Tuckaway Retreat, a summer camp where city teens experience personal growth, adventure, and self-discovery. His bravery earns him the respect of camp leaders and an invitation to join their community. Through encounters with new friends, run-ins with unsavory characters, and the challenges of adolescence, Josh and the teens learn about courage, compassion, and the importance of connection. Meanwhile, his grandfather's health crisis reminds them of the fragility of life and the strength of community bonds.

At its heart, Tuckaway Retreat Village, the third book in the Tuckaway Retreat Series, is a coming-of-age story that blends small-town warmth with the excitement of youthful adventure. It explores themes of responsibility, resilience, and the transformative power of community, showing how one boy's choices ripple outward to touch the lives of many.