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The Lightkeeper's Wife

By Karen Viggers
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The Lightkeeper's Wife by Karen Viggers is a compelling tale set on Bruny Island, where an elderly woman named Mary wrestles with memories as she faces the end of her life. Amidst the rugged landscape and the call of the sea, her story unfolds, intertwining with that of her family, as secrets are revealed and relationships are tested. This heartfelt narrative explores themes of love, regret, and reconciliation against the backdrop of a harsh yet beautiful coastal environment.
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You might enjoy this book if you're drawn to stories that explore complex family dynamics, personal resilience, and the healing power of nature. Set against the stunning backdrop of Australia's rugged coastline, it beautifully weaves themes of love, loss, and redemption, making it a compelling read for those who appreciate rich, character-driven narratives.

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The Lightkeeper's Wife

A woman at the end of her life. A man unable to restart his. A history of guilty secrets and things left unsaid. A powerful, moving novel that will steal your heart.

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The international bestseller

The Lightkeeper's Wife will steal your heart.

A woman at the end of her life. A man unable to start his. A history of guilty secrets and words unspoken.

Set in Hobart, Antarctica and Bruny Island, The Lightkeeper's Wife is a moving story of love, loss and family, and what we have to do to live the best kind of life.

'an emotional, engrossing read, passionately told' - Herald-Sun

'truly unforgettable reading' - Woman's Day

'It will take a lot of beating to remove this from my best book of the year! I loved it.' - Latitude

'Deeply satisfying ... Viggers draws us in and makes us care.' - Country Style

'poignant and beautiful' - Australian Women Online

'vivid, alive, dazzling' - Courier-Mail

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The Lightkeeper's Wife by Karen Viggers weaves a poignant tale set against a remote backdrop, exploring themes of family, secrets, and redemption. Reviewers commend its vivid depiction of the Australian landscape and strong emotional core. Characters are praised for their depth and relatable struggles, which provide a gripping narrative that resonates with readers interested in family dynamics and the healing power of nature.

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ISBN: 9781760875138

Publisher: Allen & Unwin

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 07 January 2019

Country: Australia

Imprint: Allen & Unwin

Edition: 3rd edition

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 354g

Pages: 416

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Fiction General Fiction Karen Viggers Literary Fiction

About the Author

Karen Viggers was born in Melbourne, Australia, and grew up in the Dandenong Ranges riding horses and writing stories. She studied Veterinary Science at Melbourne University, and then worked in mixed animal practice for seven years before completing a PhD at the Australian National University, Canberra, in wildlife health. Since then she has worked on a wide range of Australian native animals in many different natural environments, including Antarctica. She lives in Canberra with her husband (an ecologist also passionate about wildlife) and two children. As well as writing, she works part-time in a veterinary practice and provides veterinary support for biologists studying native animals. Visit www.karenviggers.com

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