2.3 million copies sold The international bestselling book of the major Hollywood film starring Michael Fassbender and Alicia Vikander (film to be released in UK 1 Nov 16)The New York Times bestsellerA Richard and Judy bookclub favouriteGoodreads historical category winner''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