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"The Lighthouse between the Worlds" is a thrilling portal fantasy adventure for middle-grade readers, suitable for ages 8-12, and a read-aloud for younger children (4-7) with parental guidance. It follows Griffin, whose seemingly ordinary life with his lighthouse keeper father is upended when he discovers their lighthouse is a portal to other dimensions. When his father is pulled into one of these dangerous worlds by a fearsome enemy, Griffin must bravely embark on a quest to find him, armed only with his parents' mysterious notes. The book explores themes of family love, courage, self-reliance, and the burden of secrets, all wrapped in a fast-paced, suspenseful narrative. Parents should be aware of scenes of peril and the central theme of parental separation, which drives Griffin's journey.
