Award-winning narrative by Carys Davies offers a fresh, moving story of resilience and hope
Explores themes of language, identity, and historical context for a rich, thought-provoking read
Hardcover edition ensures durability and preserves the book's condition
Set during the Scottish Clearances, providing historical depth and cultural significance
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A stunning, exquisite novel from an award-winning writer about a minister dispatched to a remote island off of Scotland to “clear” the last remaining inhabitant, who has no intention of leaving—an unforgettable tale of resilience, change, and hope.
John, an impoverished Scottish minister, has accepted a job evicting the lone remaining occu