The Four Winds
The Four Winds is a rich, sweeping novel that stunningly brings to life The Great Depression and the people who lived through it — the harsh realities that divided us as a nation and the enduring battles between the haves and the have-nots. A testament to hope, resilience and the strength of the human spirit to survive adversity, The Four Winds is an indelible portrait of America and the American dream, as seen through the eyes of one indomitable woman whose courage and sacrifice will come to define a generation.
PRAISE FOR ‘THE FOUR WINDS’
- #1 New York Times Bestseller
- #1 USA Today Bestseller
- #1 Indie Bestseller
- #1 Wall Street Journal Bestseller
- #1 Los Angeles Times Bestseller
- #1 Publishers Weekly Bestseller
- #1 Globe & Mail Bestseller
- Today Show “Read With Jenna” Book Club Pick
- Indie Next Selection
- Amazon Spotlight Pick
- #1 Library Reads Selection
- Book of the Month Club Selection
“Through one woman’s survival during the harsh and haunting Dust Bowl, master storyteller, Kristin Hannah, reminds us that the human heart and our Earth are as tough, yet as fragile, as a change in the wind. This mother’s soul, suffering the same drought as the land, attempts to cross deserts and beat starvation to save her children with a fierce inner strength called motherhood. A timely novel highlighting the worth and delicate nature of Nature itself.”
–DELIA OWENS, AUTHOR OF WHERE THE CRAWDADS SING
“Powerful. Unforgettable. Triumphant.”
–PAULA McLAIN, NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF THE PARIS WIFE
“This American epic delivers a message of hope and heroism. I loved every page.”
–CHRISTINA BAKER KLINE, #1 NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF THE EXILES
“Epic and transporting, a stirring story of hardship and love…Majestic and absorbing.”
–USA TODAY
“Brutally beautiful.”
–NEWSWEEK
“For devoted Hannah fans in search of a good cry.”
–KIRKUS
“Through it all, it is easy to feel Hannah’s desire to honor those who lived and fought through this devastating time in history. The Four Winds is also an ode to the strength and ferocity of mothers, and a declaration that sometimes, love is the only thing that holds us together. Above all else, The Four Winds is merely a really good story, one that hits you in all the right places and will keep surprising you until the end.
–AP
“Hannah brings Dust Bowl migration to life in this riveting story of love, courage, and sacrifice…combines gritty realism with emotionally rich characters and lyrical prose that rings brightly and true from the first line.”
–PUBLISHERS WEEKLY (STARRED REVIEW)
“Through Elsa’s eyes, readers travel through the Great Depression era and experience firsthand the difficulties faced in the Great Plains. Historical fiction readers will become immersed in this poignant story by Hannah (The Nightingale; The Great Alone) and will enjoy witnessing Elsa’s transformation from fragile, insecure girl to fearless, resilient woman.”
–LIBRARY JOURNAL (STARRED REVIEW)
“Outstanding…(A) rich, rewarding read about family ties, perseverance, and women’s friendships and fortitude.”
–BOOKLIST (STARRED REVIEW)
“The Four Winds is a sweeping epic about an American struggling to keep her family afloat. It feels eerily timely as it highlights the ways women rally during a national crisis.”
–REAL SIMPLE MAGAZINE
“Fans of The Nightingale won’t be disappointed with the author’s newest work, and they’ll warn you—if you don’t know already—to keep the tissues handy.”
–KMUW (WICHITA LOCAL NPR)
“A spectacular tour de force of survival that shines a spotlight on the indispensable but often overlooked role of Greatest Generation women.”
–People Magazine, Book of the Week
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LOVE that #thefourwinds is still on the @amazonbooks MOST READ list at #19. It’s amazing after 10 months on sale. I am so #grateful. Thank you to both my loyal, longtime readers and to those who have just discovered my books! I guess I’m not the only one who loves Elsa! #thefourwinds #kristinhannah #bookstagram #bookclubsofinstagram #booksclubs #readwithjenna
Ya I felt like Anne Wilkes in Misery after reading after the big shocker at the end. Come on Kristen I've got a great place for you to write your next book here in the wooded mountains of New Hampshire.
I loved the book. I experienced a lot of emotions. I am reading ," The Great Alone", right now. It is really hard for me to continue. It is heart breaking . However I love Leni , Large Marge and Mr. Walker. I will finish the book. I love all of your novels that I have read. Thank you.
I’ve read every book you’ve written and have loved to see your progression from beach reads to historical fiction. My book club (1st I’ve ever been in ) are discussing this book in December! Can’t wait to hear the reviews!
I am loving your book, The Great Alone, Kristin Hannah. A wonderful but heart wrenching love story. I hope for a happy ending! You are an amazing writer! ❤️📖
I am currently listening to the audio version. Amazing as always! Thank you.
I’m reading it now. So good, as are all of your books!
First book I read of yours was on Mystic Lake and loved your writing. So have read all of your books I can find since then. I have loved the progression of your writing style. Can not wait to see what you have next. I always buy as soon as it comes out.
I feel like I’m apart of everyone of your books. I know the characters and I can see the stories come to life. Keep writing and I’ll keep reading ❤️❤️❤️
This book moved me beyond words. It's in my top 5, thank you for such a beautiful novel.
This was a great book. I have read several of your books and will continue until I have read them all.
I really enjoyed this book. I learned a lot from this book
Awesome Awesome book, highly recommended!! Congratulations!!🎉🍾
I devoured this in February when it came out and am not surprised it's there this many months later. You're one of my favs!
Great book, I love all of them although Nightingale is probably one of my all time favorites.
I will love Elsa now and always! Thank you for creating her ❤️
Wonderful & incredible book..thank you. You are not the only one who loved Elsa!
Such a powerful book! The best I’ve read this year!
It’s an amazing book. Your stories are incredibly told. I’m working my way through all of your books and look forward to new ones too.
It was a wonderful book, yet I love all your books!
I buy your books and wait a year to read them. They are so intense that I have to wait for the right moment. Having said that, I love your books.
I may have a reading problem. I can’t wait to read Four Winds. I am reading magic hour right now and then my friend and I will read that next. Umm after I read all of your books Ms. Hannah who do recommend next. I have enjoyed all the books I have read so far!!
Great book… just finished Angel Falls. Loved it
Elsa is unforgettable. I loved her!
This is one of my stand out reads from this year Kristin Hannah- truly wonderful characters, I loved Elsa and her relationship with her daughter! ❤️
Totally earned. That book has stayed with me for months!
Yep. A good time to remember how much love and family matters. Hard times end…love goes on. #gratitude #family #kristinhannah #thefourwinds
Love this quote, just finished reading Firefly lane, and it touched me very deeply. Looked up the symptoms of inflammatory breast cancer, and now know what to look for. My grandma died from breast cancer so I am aware of the risk
Two audios. Two stop head. Plenty Kristen Hannah more. I love you books. I audio been I but read still stroke. I love them.
Love your books Kristin, onto Between Sisters, right now.
Just finished reading The Four Winds! Loved the book❣️
Yeah, hard time never lasts, love goes on. 💞💗
LOVE that #thefourwinds is still on the @amazonbooks MOST READ list at #19. It’s amazing after 10 months on sale. I am so #grateful. Thank you to both my loyal, longtime readers and to those who have just discovered my books! I guess I’m not the only one who loves Elsa! #thefourwinds ...
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LOVE that #thefourwinds is still on the @amazonbooks MOST READ list at #19. It’s amazing after 10 months on sale. I am so #grateful. Thank you to both my loyal, longtime readers and to those who have just discovered my books! I guess I’m not the only one who loves Elsa! #thefourwinds #kristinhannah #bookstagram #bookclubsofinstagram #booksclubs #readwithjenna
