The Light Between Oceans by M. L. Stedman
Set in the years following World War I, the story follows Tom Sherbourne, a war veteran who becomes a lighthouse keeper on a remote island off the coast of Australia, and his wife Isabel. Their isolated life takes a dramatic turn when a boat washes ashore carrying a dead man and a living baby. The couple decides to raise the child as their own, a decision that leads to profound moral dilemmas and emotional turmoil as they grapple with the consequences of their choice. The narrative explores themes of love, loss, and the complex nature of right and wrong, ultimately highlighting the impact of personal decisions on the lives of others.
- Published
- 2012
- Nationality
- Australian
- Length
- Moderate
- Pages
- 350-400
- Original Language
- English
- Avg User Rating
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(3.7)
- Alternate Titles
- None
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