The Outrun by Amy Liptrot, £8.99

As many teenagers living in remote communities, Amy Liptrot left her home in Orkney to head for bright lights in London. But, soon she hit rock bottom struggling with alcoholism. This book is her searingly honest account of her journey back home to Orkney as she tries to overcome her demons and repair herself amidst the wild beauty of her homeland.

Her wonder and study of Orkney's bird and wildlife set amidst the breathtaking landscape, the solace and healing she finds under spectacular night skies and rediscovery of the natural rhythms of island life, are simply a joy to read and provide the backdrop to her battle with the conflicting feelings she experiences during her fight with alcoholism.

A beautiful and often surprising book that is a worthy winner of this year's Wainwright Golden Beer Prize for Nature and Travel Writing.

CAROLINE REECE

WATERSTONES KENDAL