Floreana

In "Floreana," set against the stunning backdrop of the Galápagos Islands, the stories of two women—Mallory, returning after a decade to revive the endangered penguin population, and Dore Strauch, who in 1929 sought a fresh start with her love—intertwine in unexpected ways. As Mallory grapples with her hidden reasons for returning, she uncovers old journals that reveal Dore’s struggle against unforeseen challenges and the arrival of outsiders. This historical novel explores themes of love, secrecy, and the darker aspects of human nature amid the island's fragile beauty.