The Water Dancer

Hiram Walker, born into slavery, possesses a mysterious power that saves him from drowning and ignites his desire for freedom. Driven by his chosen family and a burgeoning love, he escapes his plantation home. His journey leads him into the secret war against slavery, from the plantations of Virginia to the abolitionist movements in the North. To free those he left behind, Hiram must master his unique gift and confront his past.