by Tove Jansson
First published 2010
The Moomins leave their cozy valley for the solitude of a remote lighthouse. But the peaceful life they crave is shattered by strange occurrences - a vanishing guest, a perilous voyage, and a threat from the open waters. As they navigate these unexpected challenges, the family is drawn closer together, discovering the resilience that lies within.
Genres: family, 20th-century, adventure, fantasy
Vibes: intimate, thought-provoking, whimsical
Tropes: fish-out-of-water, found-family
Setting: Moominland
Period: 20th-century
224 pages · Hardcover · Farrar Straus & Giroux