Lights on the River

Kostya, a fourteen-year-old boy, finds himself embarking on an unexpected journey as he spends a month with his Uncle Effim, a buoy keeper on the expansive river. Initially viewing the summer as a tedious interruption of his normal life, Kostya's perspective shifts as he navigates the rhythm of the river and the eccentricities of his uncle.

Life by the water unfolds in surprising ways, and Kostya begins to uncover hidden beauty in the mundane. Surrounded by the serene sounds of the flowing river and the vibrant local community, he learns valuable lessons about resilience, family ties, and the quiet magic that life offers beyond the limits of the familiar.

As their relationship deepens, Kostya discovers more than just the art of buoy keeping. He grapples with his own identity, dreams, and the bonds that connect him to his family and heritage, leading to a transformative experience that will shape him long after the summer ends.