This Impossible Brightness: A Novel
Nestled away on a secluded island, a woman grappling with sorrow finds herself forming unexpected bonds with both the community and the untamed wilderness in this poignant tale of resilience and optimism by debut author Jessica Bryant Klagmann.
Following the enigmatic vanishing of her fiancé, Alma Hughes relocates to a distant island in the North Atlantic, seeking solace for her grief and caring for her ailing dog. Yet, the peculiar town of Violette harbors its own enigmas.
Locals insist that the radio tower perched above their town transmits messages through household appliances, dreams, and even the sea itself. When a bolt of lightning strikes the tower, casting an awe-inspiring brilliance across the sky, Alma becomes entangled in the unexplainable aftermath of one of Violette’s deadliest storms.
As the sea encroaches upon the island, imperiling its very existence, the deaths and forgotten memories of the recently departed wreak havoc on the community. Alma, possessing a unique connection to the lost, might be the sole individual capable of aiding them in moving forward. However, to achieve this, she must confront a tragic loss of her own.
In this ill-fated island resonating with echoes of those gone by, Alma embarks on a quest for meaning in her future—and boldly explores the strength of hope amidst the living.
