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The Great Alone
Alaska, 1974. Untamed. Unpredictable. And for a family in crisis, the ultimate test of the human spirit.
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“A tour de force. There are many great things about this book…It will thrill her fans with its combination of Greek tragedy, Romeo and Juliet-like coming of age story and domestic potboiler. She recreates in magical detail the lives of Alaska’s homesteaders… and is just as specific and authentic in her depiction of the spiritual wounds of post-Vietnam America.”
–KIRKUS (STARRED REVIEW)
“Reliably alluring…The Great Alone is packed with rapturous descriptions of Alaskan scenery… Hannah remembers and summons an undeveloped wilderness, describing a gloriously pristine region in the days before cruise ships discovered it.”
–THE NEW YORK TIMES
“Set in the early 70s, this coming of age story has parallels in the current day and becomes a cautionary tale for our times.”
–THE TORONTO STAR
“Featuring a rich cast of characters and elevated by the riveting portrayal of homesteading in Alaska in the 1970s, this is a compassionate story of a family.”
–People, “Book of the Week”
“Hannah is dominating national bestseller lists once again, with a post-Vietnam family saga that takes place against the harsh but gorgeous Alaskan landscape.”
–Entertainment Weekly, “New and Notable”
“Hannah vividly evokes the natural beauty and danger of Alaska and paints a compelling portrait of a family in crisis and a community on the brink of change.”
–Booklist
“Vivid…Hannah skillfully situates the emotional family saga in the events and culture of the late 70s…tautly drawn characters contribute not only to Leni’s improbable survival but to her salvation amid her family’s tragedy.”
–Publishers Weekly (starred and boxed)
“In this latest from Hannah, the landscape is hard and bleak but our young heroine learns to accept it and discover her true self…fans will appreciate the astuteness of the story and the unbreakable connection between mother and child.”
–LIBRARY JOURNAL
“This epic atmospheric novel examines humans’ will to endure the unthinkable.”
–Real Simple
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Kristin Hannah
Always fun to sign books for readers! Thanks to Liberty Bay Books for helping out!!!
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You are in my top 3 favorite authors. Your books are marvelously written !!! I would like to have some signed. I also buy and collect your books 🤗. Currently reading The Great Alone!!
LOVE Liberty Bay Books!! I’m headed to the PNW this weekend, may just need to pop over on the ferry and get some of your books....You are an amazing writer and I enjoy them immensely. Thank You!
Not only do I love your books, but I also buy them and keep them. Also...I love that sweater you are wearing.
Thank you for ‘The great alone’. It’s been a long time since I’ve read such a good book.
Kristen, I have loved reading each and every one of your books. Thank you for being such a wonderful writer and story teller
I have loved every book you have written . So lucky to have met you personally
I have loved all your books thanks for your writing.
YOU are my favorite author! I’m pretty sure you could make “watching paint dry” sound interesting with your exceptional talent with words! Btw-you look fantastic!
So what we’d really like to know is, when is your next book out? 😉🤗 Love your books, my favorite author! Enjoyed meeting you on the Nightengale tour.
Love your books. Anxiously wait them every year. Some day, I intend to meet you.
Your books are just wonderful to read <3
Dear Kristin I’ve enjoyed so much reading most of you books, you’re so talented. I learned from you about this book “Where the crawdads sing” finished it yesterday, amazing 👍😘
I Have read all of your books...some of them twice <3 You are an amazing author!
Just finished “The Great Alone”! Absolutely awesome! Loved it- could not put it down.
Had fun sharing memories of your books with one of my library patrons today! It’s so much fun recommending great authors such as yourself!! 💕😊
I love, love all your books ❤️ thx for the wonderful hours of reading 🥰
oops..."Winter Garden" because I remembered how much I loved it the first time around! Congratulations on your great success!
Awww, wish I had known!! I live in Poulsbo but visiting family in Bellingham this week. Just finished Nightingale and loved it ❤️❤️❤️
Love your books! Thank you for writing!
Love❤️your books Kristin!! The Great Alone and Nightingale are my favorites. Please come to Cleveland Ohio🙏
I finished reading the Great Alone a few days ago and it was fabulous as always xx
I am so sad. My son was just there a few weeks ago and I would have loved to get Nightingale signed! That is my new favorite!!!
Just ordered my fourth one of your books Love them!
I am so happy to have a signed copy of The Great Alone that I purchased at Barnes and Noble. I love all her books!
Absolutely love your books. More more.
WOO HOO!!!!! News to SHARE!!! It’s getting real, Firefly Lane lovers. A star and a director! Yay Katherine Heigl!! Can’t wait to see who plays Kate!!! tvline.com/2019/07/10/katherine-heigl-firefly-lane-netflix-series-cast/
Katherine Heigl to Star in Netflix's 10-Episode Firefly Lane Adaptation
Katherine Heigl is headed to Netflix by way of Firefly Lane. The Grey’s Anatomy vet has signed on to star in and exec-produce Netflix’s 10-episode series adaptation of Kristin Hannah…1 week ago
Congratulations! I’m looking forward to watching. XOXO
Congratulations! Don’t get Netflix. Wonder when the others will pick it up. I guess Fire Fly will be my next book. I LOVED The Great Alone, Nightingale & Wintergarden. And right now I can barely put down Magic Hour! Your stories are incredible & man can you write dialogue!! Love your work!
Great! One of my favorites of your books. Whatever happened to THE NIGHTINGALE becoming a movie ?? Another favorite
So excited for this! Loved this book, as I do all that you have written but this is one of my favorites,❤️😊
This is in my top favorite 5 books of all time! I hope the series is just as lovely as the book!
I love Katherine Heigl, but this was a great opportunity to cast a Hispanic actress in a role of a Hispanic character. I know Katherine Heigl is a fantastic actor, but there are rare opportunities for women of color to to cast in lead roles.
This was the first book I read of yours and fell in love with your writing! I then bought a half a dozen of the book for my friends and family 🤗 can't wait to see it!
I love this book, I can’t wait to see it on the screen. I would like to reread it but it is too strong in my memory😊
This makes me soooo sad. This is one of my very favorite books. She’s a terrible actress. She’s going to ruin it.
This is in my top 5 favorites too! But Katherine Heigl? I may have to pass on this one. Sorry kristin Hannah. I love you and your books, but I’m not too crazy about this one
Loved this book and excited and waiting patiently for this. Kristin Hannah is by far my favorite author 😍🥰
So excited! This is one of my favorite books! Do we have any idea on timeline???
Not a fan of the actress, but I am excited the book will be a series... one of my favorite books ❤️
What?! My wildest dreams are coming true! I love Katherine, and will always treasure Firefly Lane. This is so awesome!
LOVE Firefly Lane & Fly Away! On my all time favorite list! Katherine Heigl is a great fit for this series and is the perfect portrayal of Tully!!
This is my absolute favorite book of all times. I cried crocodile tears and then reread it again to cry again. However I’m now sure Katherine Heigl is someone I pictured as Tully but hopefully she doesn’t disappoint.
So excited! I’ll have to re-read, it’s been years! I just finished Angel Falls last night. Fabulous and not sure why I waited so long.
O M G!!!! my all time favorite book! I recommend it to everyone! I love her! Can’t wait for the movie!!!
It is my favorite of all your books, and I have read them all. I can’t wait❤️❤️
This is exciting! Love this book so much!
This was a great book. Will be a great series I'm sure!
I just finished Fly Away (after reading Firefly Lane years ago) and Katherine Heigl was exactly who I pictured as Tully!
Congratulations my friend congratulations my friend. Keep us updated.. I’m doing the happy dance for you
I loved this book!! And sequel! Can’t wait to see this!!
Yes!! This is my favorite book of all time.
