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The Lightkeepers

Abby Geni
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The Lightkeepers

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2016

Book Brief

Abby Geni

The Lightkeepers

Fiction | Novel | YA | Published in 2016
Book Details
Pages

400

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

The Farallon Islands • Contemporary

Publication Year

2016

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

In The Lightkeepers by Abby Geni, nature photographer Miranda undertakes a year-long residency in the isolated Farallon Islands to capture wildlife photos, but her stay is disrupted when she is assaulted by a fellow resident, who is later found dead under suspicious circumstances, launching a mysterious narrative interwoven with themes of nature, healing, and survival. This book contains depictions of sexual assault and violence.

Mysterious

Dark

Unnerving

Emotional

Contemplative

Reviews & Readership

4.0

6,620 ratings

70%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Lightkeepers by Abby Geni is lauded for its atmospheric prose and deep exploration of nature and isolation, which many reviewers found captivating. However, some critics feel the character development is uneven and the pacing slow at times. Overall, it is praised for its vivid setting and thought-provoking themes, though not without its minor flaws.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Lightkeepers?

Readers who relish atmospheric, character-driven narratives with a touch of mystery will be captivated by Abby Geni's The Lightkeepers. Fans of Eowyn Ivey’s The Snow Child and Anthony Doerr’s All the Light We Cannot See will appreciate the rich descriptions and emotional depth. Perfect for those who love nature writing and introspective storytelling.

4.0

6,620 ratings

70%

Loved it

23%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

400

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

The Farallon Islands • Contemporary

Publication Year

2016

Audience

YA

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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