Synopsis:

After the death of his father, misfit and aspiring paleontologist Tommy Rhodes seeks refuge in the ramshackle lighthouse that stands guard over the city of Mammoth, Washington. Left in disarray by years of bad weather, it’s the perfect place for Tommy to hide from everything that’s gone wrong with his life – and to party with his band of friends, the Jailbirds – the only family he has left. 

After a storm uncovers a secret hidden in the walls of the old lighthouse, Tommy unravels a mystery beyond his wildest dreams and the deadly conspiracy that surrounds it – and Tommy’s entire life seems tangled at the heart of it all. 

Tommy and the Jailbirds – Jude, Maya, Mars, and newcomer Lydia – are thrust into the middle of a deadly hunt for the truth that will challenge their bond, uncover the secrets that lurk beneath the surface of Mammoth, and test just how far they’ll go to set things right. 

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What To Expect:

For fans of Indiana Jones and Outer Banks, this YA adventure book is the first in the series. You can expect adventure, friendship, and classism clashes.

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Content Warnings:

Language: Mild – Including crude talk

Sexual Content: None – Mild kissing

Violence: Mild – Death & general violence, child/domestic abuse

Substance Use: Mild to Moderate – Some drinking and drug use among 18+ age group

Prejudices: Moderate – Classism

Religious Themes: None

Other Topics: There is a lot of bullying and some rule breaking among the characters

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