Lamplighters

The Lamplighters is a 2021 Sunday Times Bestseller, recommended by the BBC Radio 2 Book Club. It is a mystery, love story, and ghost story set in Cornwall in 1972, where three keepers vanish from a remote lighthouse, locked from the inside. Twenty years later, the women they left behind are still struggling to move on. A writer approaches them to tell their side of the story, but only in confronting their darkest fears can the truth begin to surface. The novel is inspired by real events and is described as intoxicating and suspenseful, exploring the line between the real and the imagined.

\n Format: Hardback
\n Length: 368 pages
\n Publication date: 04 March 2021
\n Publisher: Pan Macmillan
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The Sunday Times Bestseller 2021.

As recommended by the BBC Radio 2 Book Club, the novel I've enjoyed most this year is:

"The Lamplighters" by Emma Stonex is a captivating and suspenseful mystery that delves into the intricate interplay between reality and imagination. Set in Cornwall in 1972, the story revolves around the mysterious disappearance of three keepers from a remote lighthouse, miles away from the shore. The entrance door is locked from the inside, and the clocks have stopped. Despite the Principal Keepers' weather log describing a mighty storm, the skies have remained clear throughout the week.

What transpired to those three men, perched atop the tower? The heavy sea hushes their names, while the tide shifts beneath the swell, engulfing ghosts. Can their secrets ever be unearthed from the tumultuous waves?

Twenty years later, the women they left behind continue to grapple with the tragedy that tore them apart. Helen, Jenny, and Michelle, who should have been united by their shared experience, find themselves drifting apart instead. However, their lives take an unexpected turn when a writer approaches them, offering them a chance to share their side of the story. But it is only by confronting their deepest fears that the truth can begin to emerge.

"The Lamplighters" is an unforgettable tale of love and grief that explores the profound impact of trauma on individuals and the intricate connections between past and present. Emma Stonex's writing is masterful, with vivid descriptions and a rich sense of atmosphere that transports readers to the heart of the story. The characters are well-developed, each with their own unique struggles and motivations, and their journeys are filled with emotional depth and complexity.

The novel's themes of loss, resilience, and the power of storytelling are universal and resonate with readers of all ages. It is a triumph of literary craftsmanship that will leave you pondering long after you've turned the last page.

In conclusion, "The Lamplighters" by Emma Stonex is a must-read for anyone who enjoys a gripping mystery, a poignant love story, or a haunting ghost story. With its inspired by real events, this novel offers a unique and captivating perspective on the human condition, and it is sure to leave a lasting impression on anyone who encounters it.

\n Weight: 478g\n
Dimension: 146 x 227 x 37 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781529047318\n \n