Stop reading this review and get yourself a copy of The Lightkeeper right now. Do it.

Got your copy? Great. Read it. Now. Come back when you’re done.

I know, right? Incredible stuff. Ms. Shenoda’s use of imagery throughout really makes every scene come to life. Reading this I felt like I was there at every lighthouse described.

I agree. She really knows how to write believable characters and can help you get into their headspace with just a few words.

You’re not kidding. I couldn’t put this down either when I got into it. It was a little slow going at first but the pay off. Oh my. I had to keep reading and finished it in a matter of days.

Me too, me too. I’m glad you read this because that ending is so beautiful. I don’t think I could talk to you about this without you reading it first as I didn’t want to spoil anything.

You’re welcome. I found myself getting emotionally geared up as I approached the final several chapters. Ms. Shenoda does a fantastic job building foreshadowing throughout the novel.

Yes, I did see some similarities with Doctor Who. I think it’s almost inherent in any fiction that incorporates time travel. There’s certainly a bit of “timey-wimey” in this wonderful book.

I’m glad you had some tissues near at hand. I too cried when I got to the end and closed the book. My wife had to hand me some and asked me what was wrong. All I could say was that it was so beautiful.

Dostoyevsky. He’s the one you’re trying to remember. Yeah, he said, “Beauty will save the world.” I think in it’s own way this book helps to contribute to that. This book certainly fits that bill. The author’s poetic nature and voice really comes through throughout the entire novel.

I can’t wait to re-read this as well. I just have to wait until my wife finishes reading it though. It is certainly a must-read and a must-ponder. I also look forward to anything else Ms. Shenoda might publish in the future also. ( )