Set against the quaint backdrop of Damariscotta, Maine, 'The Midcoast' unravels the unexpected dark side of a small town's American dream. The story follows Andrew, an English teacher who uncovers a sinister secret at a reception hosted by Ed and Steph Thatch. Their family's startling success story is clouded by the discovery of macabre photos and a subsequent police raid. As the once-idyllic image of the Thatch family crumbles, Andrew is driven to sift through his memories, endeavoring to reconcile the disturbing truth with the family he thought he knew. 'The Midcoast' delves into the affairs of a community upended by crime, examines the allure of ambition, and questions the lengths to which people will go to shield their loved ones.