The Austin Family Chronicles

Madeleine L'Engle

Vicky Austin's summer takes an unexpected turn when her family retreats to a small island to be with her ailing grandfather. As she grapples with the profound reality of loss and the fragility of life, Vicky finds herself navigating the complexities of young love. Three distinct young men enter her life, each offering a different path through her emotional turmoil: the troubled Zachary, the comforting Leo, and the intriguing Adam, whose research into dolphins may hold unexpected answers. This poignant story explores themes of grief, faith, and the enduring power of human connection against the backdrop of a challenging summer.