Bills is a Southern fishing novel steeped in Gulf Coast culture and the pursuit of something more.
With marlins, money, danger, and love on the line, prepare to be hooked
Bills invites readers on a thrilling adventure where the breathtaking beauty of the sea meets the high-stakes excitement of competitive billfishing.
This gripping coming-of-age story follows Jason Baymont, a young fisherman from Destin, Florida, as he charts his own path through the unpredictable waters of life. Though he is drawn to the adrenaline-fueled excitement and glamour of catching the world's most powerful game fish-the mighty blue marlin-he must first confront his fear of disappointing his father, who expects him to take over the family's commercial fishing business. Choosing to pursue his passion, Jason takes on the dangerous role of a wireman, where a single misstep could send him overboard, dragged into the depths by a massive marlin. Meanwhile, his growing attraction to the boat owner's daughter complicates matters as he contends with a wealthy rival vying for her affection.