Island Light

Island Light by Katherine Towler, published by Riverrun Bookstore Incorporated in September 2012, is a literary work that explores the intertwined lives of three distinct characters on Snow Island. Nick Daggett, a Vietnam veteran, has returned to the island to operate a pirate radio station from an abandoned mansion. Nora Venable, a lesbian in her seventies, returns to the island after decades away, while Ruth Lambert, a photographer from New York, arrives to assess her inheritance, the old Snow Inn. Their lives converge following a fire that impacts the mansion, set against the backdrop of the impending Persian Gulf War.

Readers will find a narrative that delves into themes of connection and isolation within a community, as it brings together characters from previous volumes of the Snow Island trilogy. The story unfolds in the fall of 1990, highlighting the complexities of love and perseverance among the characters. With 328 pages, this edition presents a rich exploration of personal histories and relationships, contributing to the overall tapestry of island life.