by facundo meza
First published 2022
Augusto tends his lighthouse on an isolated island, steering vessels away from dangerous waters. A ferocious storm strikes the coastline, bringing surging waters that threaten everything he protects. The lighthouse structure begins to fail as cracks spread through its base. The advancing ocean moves closer to consuming their dwelling. Augusto's family depends on him, but so do the ships that rely on his beacon. He must choose between abandoning his duty to the mariners or sacrificing his family's safety. The storm intensifies as both responsibilities pull him in opposite directions. His decision will seal the destiny of everyone counting on him. Meza crafts a story where personal loyalty clashes with professional obligation, testing how far one person will go when everything precious hangs in the balance.
Genres: fiction, drama, adventure, contemporary
Vibes: emotional-atmospheric, intimate, suspenseful
Tropes: duty-vs-family, man-vs-nature
Setting: Island, Lighthouse
Period: 20th-Century