A vulnerable young woman is sheltering in an abandoned cottage in woodland above a Scottish loch.  She has run out of money and is distrustful of the outside world, but she’s determined to survive on her own terms, to live her own life.

A search for self, home and love set against the majestic, rain-washed landscape of Argyll and Bute.

Amie’s Rest questions the limitations we set ourselves and impose on others.

Nature writing combining detailed observation with a lightness of touch, transporting the reader into the Scottish countryside to walk alongside Amie.

Yaara Lahav Gregory, Night Swimming in the Jordan

In shimmering prose, Anna Lunk draws us into Amie’s psyche, and the strange environment in which she finds herself.  Amie’s Rest is a haunting exploration of the impact of trauma, as well as a thrilling hymn to the effect of the natural landscape on the human spirit.

Sophie Pierce, writer and broadcaster

I’m fascinated with concepts of home and belonging, particularly in relation to landscape.  Since a brief spell as a residential social worker I’ve felt that labelling can be both beneficial – where it means specialist help can be accessed – and negative, damaging self esteem and limiting potential. Amie’s Rest explores both these themes.

My cover illustration and design are by Rowlie Bellasis who has been a joy to work with.  His astonishing lino cuts can be viewed on his website; www.smallplant.co.uk.