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Get the Summary of Wally Lamb's The River Is Waiting in 20 minutes. The River Is Waiting (2025) by bestselling novelist Wally Lamb is a powerful tale about guilt, survival, and redemption. Corby Ledbetter's life unravels due to unemployment, marital strain, and his hidden addiction. His struggles culminate when he accidentally runs over and kills his 2-year-old son in their driveway. The tragedy shatters the family and sends Corby to prison. There, he endures violence and hardship but also finds unexpected compassion-from a kind librarian, a loyal cellmate, and a troubled teen he tries to guide. As Corby confronts his past and struggles to rebuild, he clings to the hope of forgiveness and reconciliation with those he loves...