Suriya, Muthu’s only son, leaves the island in search of a better future, like many youths from Murugupattam, as traditional fishing methods struggle to survive. Left behind, Muthu and Vaijayanti continue to live a peaceful and thoughtful life clo...

Suriya, Muthu’s only son, leaves the island in search of a better future, like many youths from Murugupattam, as traditional fishing methods struggle to survive. Left behind, Muthu and Vaijayanti continue to live a peaceful and thoughtful life close to nature, caring for their sea and sand while holding onto the hope of Suriya’s return. When young spirited Subbu encourages Muthu to sell his unique handmade candies with a secret ingredient in the nearby town, a small dream begins to blossom! Soon, this simple idea becomes a shared vision for the entire village.Can these humble, handmade candies help solve the twin challenges of youth migration and plastic pollution in the ocean that threaten the village's future?Will the forsaken lighthouse once again guide the red-hulled ferry that took Suriya—and many others—away from Murugupattam?Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Sri Lanka, the story takes its readers on an immersive journey to discover the island’s soul, and that too without a passport!