by Tove Jansson
First published 2024
Amelia tends the lighthouse on a remote, windswept island. Alone for weeks at a time, she finds solace in her routines and the soothing rhythm of the tides. But when a violent storm approaches, Amelia must battle the elements to keep the beacon lit and the sailors safe. As the tempest rages, she's forced to confront her own fears and the haunting memories that have brought her to this isolated outpost. In the eye of the storm, Amelia discovers an unexpected resilience within herself.
Genres: fiction, drama, literary-fiction, 20th-century, adventure, contemporary
Vibes: atmospheric, emotional, intimate, suspenseful
Tropes: character-driven, resilience, self-discovery
Setting: Island, Lighthouse
Period: Contemporary
14 pages · Board Book · Macmillan Children's Books