The novel tells the haunting and atmospheric story of a passionate love affair between Anna, a young woman seeking solace on the island of Jersey, and Hugh, a charismatic lighthouse keeper. Their intense relationship takes a mysterious turn when Hugh unexpectedly dies, yet continues to exist in a ghostly form, bound to Anna by an unbreakable connection. As they navigate the complexities of their supernatural bond, the story explores themes of love, loss, and the thin line between life and death, set against the backdrop of the rugged and isolated coastal landscape.
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