A Richard and Judy bookclub favouriteGoodreads historical category winnerThe New York Times bestseller2.3 million copies soldA major film starring Michael Fassbender and Alice Vikander this autumn'Extraordinary and heartrending' MARKUS ZUSAK, author of The Book ThiefA boat washes up on the shore of a remote lighthouse keeper's island. It holds a dead man - and a crying baby. The only two islanders, Tom and his wife Izzy, are about to make a devastating decision.They break the rules and follow their hearts. What happens next will break yours.'Unforgettable' Guardian'A moving tale ...prepare to weep' New York Times About the AuthorM L Stedman was born in Western Australia and now lives in London. The Light Between Oceans, her debut novel, is published around the world. A major film of the novel starring Michael Fassbender and Alice Vikander is due for release in late 2016. The Light Between Oceans is now considered to be a word-of-mouth classic.