In Amphibians, a linked short story collection, an aircraft crashes in Maine, a girl skinny-dips with her elders, a distraught cruise ship dancer boards a watertaxi in Grenada, travellers to Dubai long for familiar oceans. Amphibians celebrates the sensation of feeling not quite right in one's own skin, both on land and water, at home and abroad
Exploring the tension between adventure and stability, the narrative follows a fictionalized Paul Gauguin as he escapes to a remote Maine island in search of inspiration, leaving behind art, letters, and possibly a child. A century later, painter Pete grapples with his commitment to two women: the dependable Molly and the restless Karla, who offers a chance for new experiences. The story delves into themes of artistic loyalty, family ties, and the allure of the unfamiliar versus the comfort of home.