This novel is beautifully written with exquisite evocative crafting of its setting, the thoughts of its characters and the imagery of the sea, nature and the wildlife. 

The exploration of isolation and how this can happen through geography and our own choosing was profound. 

Then there's the idea of loneliness and how this is different to isolation and can often be more obvious when we are with others, particularly if we feel we have damaged the relationship we have with them. 

The historical setting giving insights into the church upheavals and the Clearances of Scotland were interesting and grounded in a tender love of the furthest reaches of rural Scotland and its people. 

However, I did find the ending rushed and couldn't quite get on board with the resolution of the story feeling that I needed more character insights and time spent in the moments towards the end to feel more satisfied.

This honest review is given with thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for this book.