The Lightkeeper's Daughters
The Lightkeeper's Daughters
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2017
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Porphyry Island • 1930s
2017
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In The Lightkeeper's Daughters by Jean E. Pendziwol, a woman in a retirement home and a troubled teen connect through shared histories and family secrets. As they uncover entries from a lightkeeper’s journals, they piece together the past, revealing deep ties to Lake Superior and its lighthouse, which reshape their understanding of family and belonging.
Melancholic
Nostalgic
Contemplative
Mysterious
Bittersweet
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Jean E. Pendziwol's The Lightkeeper's Daughters enchants readers with its evocative prose and intricate plot, blending history and family secrets. Positive reviews praise the novel's poignant exploration of identity and memory. However, some critique the pacing as uneven. Overall, it's a compelling read for those who enjoy character-driven narratives and atmospheric settings.
Who Should Read The Lightkeeper's Daughters?
Readers who cherish The Light Between Oceans by M.L. Stedman or The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah will enjoy The Lightkeeper's Daughters by Jean E. Pendziwol. This novel appeals to those who appreciate rich storytelling, family secrets, and historical settings combined with suspense and emotional depth.
17,212 ratings
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Mixed feelings
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Novel • Fiction
Porphyry Island • 1930s
2017
Adult
18+ years
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