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Between the Lighthouse and You

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Everyone says Alice Jones's mother died in a boating accident, but Alice doesn't believe them. When she hears that the residents of Aviles know how to communicate with loved ones who have died, she knows she has to go—if she can contact her mother, she might... Read More
Format: Paperback / softback
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A debut children's novel about grief and friendship, with a touch of magic - perfect for fans of Barbara O'Connor.

A debut middle-grade novel about grief and friendship, with a touch of magic-perfect for fans of Barbara O'Connor.

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Everyone says Alice Jones's mother died in a boating accident, but Alice doesn't believe them. When she hears that the residents of Aviles know how to communicate with loved ones who have died, she knows she has to go—if she can contact her mother, she might have all the answers she needs.

For generations, Leo Mercury's family has been in charge of the Aviles Island lighthouse. Now, his family runs the annual Tidings Festival, when everyone in town can trade letters with loved ones who have died. When nosy Alice Jones shows up for the festival, Leo knows it's up to him to protect the island's traditions. Because something about the tidings is changing, and he needs to fix it before it's too late.

Between the Lighthouse and You is a heartwarming story about love, grief, and letting go.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781250854049

Publisher: Palgrave USA

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 20 April 2026

Country: United States

Imprint: Square Fish

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 135.0mm

Height: 208.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 256

About the Author

Michelle Lee is the author of Between the Lighthouse and You. She earned her Master's in Creative Writing and her PhD in Literature from the University of Texas at Austin. She lives with her husband and daughter in Florida where they often walk along the beach and talk about how to make their big dreams come true. michelleleewritesmagic.com

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