short summary on the book "The River" by Gary Paulsen. talk about how derek falls into a coma

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"The River" by Gary Paulsen follows the story of Brian Robeson, who is asked to return to the wilderness to conduct a survival test by a government psychologist. Brian is accompanied by Derek Holtzer, a friend of his from school. During their time in the wilderness, Derek falls into a coma after being struck by lightning. Brian is left to fend for himself and must make difficult decisions in order to survive and find help for Derek. The coma adds a new level of urgency and danger to Brian's already challenging survival situation. Through his resourcefulness and determination, Brian ultimately manages to overcome the obstacles he faces and successfully search for help for Derek.