The Tale of Tiluna

by Josiah de Bono

‘Tears are where memories go when they don’t want to be forgotten. We’re all just memories in the end.’

Tiluna lived alone, in a lighthouse lost at sea. And every night, under that silver sky of stars, she would sit atop her lighthouse home and search the far blue sea. But of what she was searching for she never really knew, except that it was very important that she should keep looking.

‘The Tale of Tiluna’ is a heartfelt story of universal themes. An endearing tale for young and old alike.

Genres: Literary Fiction, Fiction

Kindle Edition

Published May 4, 2025

Reviews

[Nusz · Rating 4 out of 5]

this was what I needed right now

[Andrea · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Tale of Tiluna reads like a modern fable—simple in structure, yet rich with meaning. The story offers
approachable wisdom layered with universal truths.

It’s the kind of book that lingers—subtle, thoughtful, and ideal for anyone who enjoys stories that whisper their truths rather than shout them. A short, beautiful read with the heart of a fable and the soul of a philosopher.

My favorite quote “Tears are where memories go when they don’t want to be forgotten.”

[Cheryl · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book reminded me of The Little Prince. It was simple and sweet and, I think, profound.

[Nancy · Rating 5 out of 5]

I won this book through the GoodReads giveaway. I didn’t know anything about it as most of the books I enter the giveaway for however Im very thankful that I won this. Reading this book you have to have an open mind about life in general if you are stuck in your ways this might not be for you but I would still give it a try. You never know if the message of this book will change your point of view. The message was absolutely incredible I am sad that it ended and was a very fast read but I understood why it ended the way it did.

[Dottie · Rating 5 out of 5]

The tale of Tiluna

Thank you Goodreads for this giveaway. This tale is full of wisdom. It touches many subjects such as love, friendship loss, greed and hope. A girl in a lighthouse spots a person that made her his imaginary friend. I loved this book and their journey can teach children and adults lessons of life. I highly recommend this beautifully written tale.

[Susan Kalt · Rating 4 out of 5]

GIVEAWAY. As adults we just keep going depending on what we need at the time never slowing down to see what we have lost. Tiluna sits in her lighthouse looking for lost things or lost people but soon she realizes that she has been lost as well. This was a quick read but it leaves you remembering things in life that we might have forgot.

[Lou’s stories · Rating 5 out of 5]

„Becoming a grownup simply means forgetting what it is to be a child.“

I wish for everyone who had the privilege of being a child to read this wonderful book.

Thank you Josiah de Bono for creating this wonderful story.

[Chelle · Rating 5 out of 5]

I'm not usually one for this type of book, but this one completely sucked me in and kept me intrigued to the very end. The author has built a world that feels so real and lived-in, and the character development is fantastic. I thoroughly enjoyed it and would recommend it to others.

[Kate · Rating 3 out of 5]

Was sweet, concise and full of little nuggets of wisdom. Reminded me of the little prince

[Sophie Bowns · Rating 3 out of 5]

A simple book with cute illustrations.

[Arjun · Rating 4 out of 5]

Do you think I have forgotten about you? This book is so beautiful and embodies that phrase.

[Sarah Blodgett · Rating 4 out of 5]

Won this book in a Goodreads giveaway. Glad I did. A sweet little book, very clearly inspired by The Little Prince. Made me tear up. Very good.

[Erin · Rating 5 out of 5]

I got this book for free and everyone should read it. It contains reminders of what “grownups” forget and small anecdotes that should also be remembered.

[Chani Kynes · Rating 2 out of 5]

Giveaway. I felt like this book was tonally confused. When I started reading it I thought I accidently got a children's book, but according to the current tags, it is not. So, who is this for?
The Tale of Tiluna felt heavily inspired by The Little Prince, but lack any emotional connection. At least it was less depressing than The Little Prince.

[Karen Sharpe · Rating 3 out of 5]

Somehow I felt lighter after reading Tiluna’s story.