This Impossible Brightness: A Novel

In this novel, Alma, a grieving woman, moves to a remote island in the North Atlantic to weather her grief and nurture her ailing dog. The town of Violette has mysteries, such as the radio tower broadcasting messages through home appliances, dreams, and the sea. When lightning strikes the tower, Alma is caught in the unexplainable aftermath of one of Violette's deadliest storms. As the sea consumes the island, Alma searches for meaning in her future and discovers the power of hope among the living.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 319 pages
Publication date: 01 February 2024
Publisher: Amazon Publishing

After the tragic loss of her fiancé, Alma Hughes relocates to a secluded island in the North Atlantic, seeking solace and a chance to heal. However, the enigmatic town of Violette holds its own secrets. Rumors circulate that the radio tower overlooking the town emits mysterious messages through household appliances, dreams, and even the sea. During a lightning storm, Alma becomes entangled in the aftermath of one of Violette's deadliest storms. As the island is consumed by the sea, threatening its existence, the community is devastated by the deaths and lost memories of the recently departed. Alma, with a unique connection to the lost, holds the potential to aid the community in moving forward. However, she must confront her own profound grief to achieve this.

On this desolate island, haunted by the echoes of the departed, Alma embarks on a quest for purpose and the discovery of hope among the living. Through her interactions with the community and the wilderness, Alma learns to embrace the beauty of life and find solace in the face of adversity. The novel explores themes of loss, resilience, and the power of human connection, leaving a lasting impact on readers.

Weight: 332g
Dimension: 140 x 214 x 27 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781662513114