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Lord of the Flies (Paperback)
by (shelved 65 times as island)
avg rating 3.71 — 3,311,514 ratings — published 1954
The Guest List (Kindle Edition)
by (shelved 38 times as island)
avg rating 3.79 — 1,358,363 ratings — published 2020
And Then There Were None (Paperback)
by (shelved 35 times as island)
avg rating 4.27 — 1,707,670 ratings — published 1939
On the Island (On the Island, #1)
by (shelved 35 times as island)
avg rating 4.10 — 87,786 ratings — published 2011
Island of the Blue Dolphins (Kindle Edition)
by (shelved 34 times as island)
avg rating 3.88 — 355,083 ratings — published 1960
The Island of Dr. Moreau (Unknown Binding)
by (shelved 31 times as island)
avg rating 3.73 — 139,912 ratings — published 1896
Treasure Island (Hardcover)
by (shelved 27 times as island)
avg rating 3.85 — 554,860 ratings — published 1882
We Were Liars (Paperback)
by (shelved 23 times as island)
avg rating 3.66 — 1,480,697 ratings — published 2014
Robinson Crusoe (Hardcover)
by (shelved 23 times as island)
avg rating 3.68 — 338,798 ratings — published 1719
Wild Dark Shore (Paperback)
by (shelved 21 times as island)
avg rating 4.05 — 611,157 ratings — published 2025
The Great Gatsby (Paperback)
by (shelved 21 times as island)
avg rating 3.93 — 6,134,330 ratings — published 1925
The House in the Cerulean Sea (Cerulean Chronicles, #1)
by (shelved 20 times as island)
avg rating 4.35 — 1,099,596 ratings — published 2020
Jurassic Park (Jurassic Park, #1)
by (shelved 19 times as island)
avg rating 4.14 — 1,099,067 ratings — published 1990
Daisy Darker (Hardcover)
by (shelved 17 times as island)
avg rating 3.76 — 313,558 ratings — published 2022
Shutter Island (Mass Market Paperback)
by (shelved 17 times as island)
avg rating 4.14 — 239,165 ratings — published 2003
Silence of the Grave (Inspector Erlendur, #4)
by (shelved 16 times as island)
avg rating 3.96 — 22,245 ratings — published 2001
Requiem for a Dream (Paperback)
by (shelved 16 times as island)
avg rating 4.12 — 70,019 ratings — published 1978
Shipwreck (Island, #1)
by (shelved 16 times as island)
avg rating 3.81 — 7,094 ratings — published 2001
The Tempest (Mass Market Paperback)
by (shelved 15 times as island)
avg rating 3.78 — 234,441 ratings — published 1611
The Wild Robot (The Wild Robot, #1)
by (shelved 15 times as island)
avg rating 4.22 — 131,691 ratings — published 2016
The Summer Book (Paperback)
by (shelved 15 times as island)
avg rating 3.97 — 66,555 ratings — published 1972
One Perfect Couple (Hardcover)
by (shelved 14 times as island)
avg rating 3.61 — 176,706 ratings — published 2024
Voices (Inspector Erlendur, #5)
by (shelved 14 times as island)
avg rating 3.86 — 15,884 ratings — published 2002
Miss Peregrine's Home for Peculiar Children (Miss Peregrine's Peculiar Children, #1)
by (shelved 14 times as island)
avg rating 3.92 — 1,380,143 ratings — published 2011
Reckless Girls (Hardcover)
by (shelved 13 times as island)
avg rating 3.54 — 164,987 ratings — published 2022
The Darkness (Hidden Iceland #1)
by (shelved 13 times as island)
avg rating 3.53 — 23,042 ratings — published 2015
The Blue Fox (Paperback)
by (shelved 13 times as island)
avg rating 3.71 — 10,538 ratings — published 2003
The Paradise Problem (Hardcover)
by (shelved 12 times as island)
avg rating 4.05 — 511,180 ratings — published 2024
Heaven and Hell (Paperback)
by (shelved 12 times as island)
avg rating 4.16 — 7,942 ratings — published 2007
The Storied Life of A.J. Fikry (Hardcover)
by (shelved 12 times as island)
avg rating 4.04 — 376,820 ratings — published 2014
Okinawa: A Decorated Marine's Account of the Last Battle of World War II (Paperback)
by (shelved 12 times as island)
avg rating 4.07 — 1,698 ratings — published 1995
Beautiful Ugly (Hardcover)
by (shelved 11 times as island)
avg rating 3.60 — 478,428 ratings — published 2025
Snowblind (Dark Iceland, #1)
by (shelved 11 times as island)
avg rating 3.55 — 28,376 ratings — published 2010
The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society (Paperback)
by (shelved 11 times as island)
avg rating 4.20 — 830,519 ratings — published 2008
The Light Between Oceans (Hardcover)
by (shelved 11 times as island)
avg rating 4.05 — 490,965 ratings — published 2012
The Draining Lake (Inspector Erlendur, #6)
by (shelved 11 times as island)
avg rating 3.89 — 14,023 ratings — published 2004
Jar City (Inspector Erlendur, #3)
by (shelved 11 times as island)
avg rating 3.81 — 33,138 ratings — published 2000
The Swiss Family Robinson (Hardcover)
by (shelved 11 times as island)
avg rating 3.91 — 111,217 ratings — published 1812
The Mysterious Island (Mass Market Paperback)
by (shelved 11 times as island)
avg rating 4.14 — 60,606 ratings — published 1875
Independent People (Paperback)
by (shelved 11 times as island)
avg rating 4.11 — 16,144 ratings — published 1934
Anne of Green Gables (Anne of Green Gables, #1)
by (shelved 11 times as island)
avg rating 4.33 — 1,154,275 ratings — published 1908
Last Rituals (Þóra Guðmundsdóttir, #1)
by (shelved 11 times as island)
avg rating 3.59 — 12,625 ratings — published 2005
The Hitman's Guide to Housecleaning (Paperback)
by (shelved 10 times as island)
avg rating 3.30 — 4,505 ratings — published 2008
Circe (Hardcover)
by (shelved 10 times as island)
avg rating 4.22 — 1,466,635 ratings — published 2018
The Troop (Hardcover)
by (shelved 10 times as island)
avg rating 3.82 — 140,325 ratings — published 2014
Summer Light, and Then Comes the Night (Hardcover)
by (shelved 10 times as island)
avg rating 3.96 — 6,733 ratings — published 2005
Arctic Chill (Inspector Erlendur, #7)
by (shelved 10 times as island)
avg rating 3.82 — 13,045 ratings — published 2005
Beauty Queens (Hardcover)
by (shelved 10 times as island)
avg rating 3.62 — 55,427 ratings — published 2011
The Search (Hardcover)
by (shelved 10 times as island)
avg rating 4.19 — 68,640 ratings — published 2010
Hildur (Hildur, #1)
by (shelved 9 times as island)
avg rating 3.69 — 15,244 ratings — published 2022
“In a hidden paradise where bountiful leaves danced with the emerald waves, a young woman epitomized the very spirit of femininity, radiating a serenity that mirrored the enchanting landscape surrounding her. This secluded island, a precious jewel far removed from the turmoil of the outside world, a realm where nature thrived in its most exquisite form.
Each day, she wandered through the vibrant, verdant jungle, her heart alive with the symphony of chirping birds and the gentle rustle of leaves stirred by the soft caress of the breeze. The air was rich with the heady fragrance of blooming blossoms, and golden sunlight streamed through the lush canopy, casting a delicate mosaic of light and shadow upon the jungle floor. In this ethereal haven, she felt an intimate connection to the Earth, as if the very essence of nature cradled her in a loving embrace.
The ocean, a breathtaking canvas of swirling blues and greens, held its own kind of magic. Majestic whales glided gracefully beneath the surface, their haunting songs weaving tales of the ocean's deepest secrets. Wise turtles ambled across the sunkissed sands, while playful dolphins frolicked in the waves, their joyous leaps celebrating the boundless freedom of life in harmony with nature.
As the sun descended beyond the horizon, splashing the sky with vibrant shades of blazing red, gleaming gold, delicate pink and lavender, she often found herself standing at the water's edge, captivated by the breathtaking beauty that surrounded her. The gentle lullaby of the ocean, entwined with the whispers of the jungle, created a symphony of serenity that enveloped her, allowing her thoughts to drift like clouds in the vast sky above.
In this tranquil paradise, time seemed to stand still, each moment stretching into eternity like a cherished memory. The island's mysteries slowly unfolded, revealing hidden waterfalls that sparkled like diamonds, secret groves filled with the sweet scent of jasmine and plumeria, and breathtaking vistas that stole her breath away. It was a realm of endless wonder, where every corner held a new discovery, each more enchanting than the last.
Here, in the heart of the Pacific she uncovered her true self ~ a reflectiocn of the beauty that surrounded her. In this harmonious environment, she felt eternally at peace, wrapped in the loving arms of nature and the island's enchanting magic. Each day became a celebration of romance and life, a poignant reminder that the greatest treasures lie not in material possessions but in the simple joys of existence, the deep connections forged with the world around her, and the profound serenity of being truly alive, where love blooms in every heartbeat and every breath...”
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Each day, she wandered through the vibrant, verdant jungle, her heart alive with the symphony of chirping birds and the gentle rustle of leaves stirred by the soft caress of the breeze. The air was rich with the heady fragrance of blooming blossoms, and golden sunlight streamed through the lush canopy, casting a delicate mosaic of light and shadow upon the jungle floor. In this ethereal haven, she felt an intimate connection to the Earth, as if the very essence of nature cradled her in a loving embrace.
The ocean, a breathtaking canvas of swirling blues and greens, held its own kind of magic. Majestic whales glided gracefully beneath the surface, their haunting songs weaving tales of the ocean's deepest secrets. Wise turtles ambled across the sunkissed sands, while playful dolphins frolicked in the waves, their joyous leaps celebrating the boundless freedom of life in harmony with nature.
As the sun descended beyond the horizon, splashing the sky with vibrant shades of blazing red, gleaming gold, delicate pink and lavender, she often found herself standing at the water's edge, captivated by the breathtaking beauty that surrounded her. The gentle lullaby of the ocean, entwined with the whispers of the jungle, created a symphony of serenity that enveloped her, allowing her thoughts to drift like clouds in the vast sky above.
In this tranquil paradise, time seemed to stand still, each moment stretching into eternity like a cherished memory. The island's mysteries slowly unfolded, revealing hidden waterfalls that sparkled like diamonds, secret groves filled with the sweet scent of jasmine and plumeria, and breathtaking vistas that stole her breath away. It was a realm of endless wonder, where every corner held a new discovery, each more enchanting than the last.
Here, in the heart of the Pacific she uncovered her true self ~ a reflectiocn of the beauty that surrounded her. In this harmonious environment, she felt eternally at peace, wrapped in the loving arms of nature and the island's enchanting magic. Each day became a celebration of romance and life, a poignant reminder that the greatest treasures lie not in material possessions but in the simple joys of existence, the deep connections forged with the world around her, and the profound serenity of being truly alive, where love blooms in every heartbeat and every breath...”
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“Poetry isn’t an island, it is the bridge.
Poetry isn’t a ship, it is the lifeboat.
Poetry isn’t swimming. Poetry is water.”
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Poetry isn’t a ship, it is the lifeboat.
Poetry isn’t swimming. Poetry is water.”
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