'Monkey Beach' is an unholy synthesis of Western and Indigenous storytelling methods and themes, woven together to tell the story of a noble girl - the unforgettable Lisa Hill. Informed by the powerful living landscape, 'Monkey Beach' is a coming-of-age story, layering tragedy with humor, teenage angst with transcendence. In a village where the everyday merges with the supernatural, Lisa Hill must discover the meaning of life and death.

Synopsis: Lisa likes sugar, cigarettes and rebellion. Anything to distract her from the strange creatures and dreams that have haunted her since childhood - always appearing just before something terrible happens. Now the images are back and her brother Jimmy is missing at sea. Jimmy went fishing with his Uncle Josh, but Jimmy's intention is revenge. Lisa sets out on a harrowing sea journey to save Jimmy's life and his soul.

Monkey Beach by Eden Robinson
Nominated for Canada's premier literary prizes: Giller Prize and Governor General's Prize, 2000
Named New York Times Editor' Choice & Notable Books