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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
After a lovely book tour, I am back to my happy place. Hello, Hawaii!!! I’m ready to edit to the sound of waves and wind. (Yes, it’s a new book, but it needs a lot of work). Thanks to all who came out to my events on the road!
15 hours ago
Beautiful view to do your editing. Can’t wait for this new book. I have read every book of yours and I know this one will be great one too.
A beautiful place, Kristin! I wish you all the best, and thank you for making our lifes more beautiful All my respects from Romania!
A beautiful place to call home. So glad you enjoyed your tour 🧡. I'm sure your fans loved it!
Would love to meet you in the next tour if you make it to the Northwest. I’m ‘new’ to you and have enjoyed the novels!
Beautiful pictures. Thank you from New Brunswick, Canada on a rainy, windy autumn day. (But the leaves are pretty.)
Paradise on earth. Loved our trip there. Would like to return. Cannot wait for your next book. I've been reading your books for many years💖
Always looking forward to another new book from you! On another note... what island do you go to? Your photos are beautiful!
I’m in Maui right now. So beautiful!
A new piece of work by you would be very nice next Spring. So, dear lady GET TO WORK! 😉
So great meeting you in Petaluma! We are headed to Kauai for the first time in just a couple of weeks. I have been dreaming of these views every night for the last week...I have serious vacation-itis! Looking forward to the next book!
Has to be one of the most beautiful places in the world. I have had the pleasure of traveling a lot ( since retirement)and have seen some beautiful places. Hands down Hawaii is at the top of the list. Been there several times, never gets old and always makes my heart stop. I call it heaven on earth!!!!❤️❤️❤️❤️
Loved seeing you at Page and Palette in Fairhope, Alabama. Hope you'll come back when the new book comes out!
I can't wait to read your new book, Kristin! You are my favorite author!
Love your books ! Beautiful place you live! Can’t Waite for your next book❤️
I'm sorry, but I get so jealous when you get to go to HI! 😉 I have only been to Maui once, but the memories linger on and on and on! I'm just so happy I had the "once! Enjoy the sounds, smells, and sights and happy writing!
I have read so many of your books❣️ I went to the library and took one I don’t think I’ve read yet, “Angel Falls”. I’m starting it tonight. “Nightingale” was beyond incredible along with all your others. Thank you for sharing your gift with us all to enjoy❣️
A new book... how exciting! I absolutely loved the last two books, and can hardly wait for the next one!
We LOVED having you in Oklahoma! It was nice meeting you!
Yay - a new book to look forward to! I wish you could write them as fast as I can read them!
Thank you Kristin for keeping in touch along the way! ❤️Melinda
Anxiously awaiting your next book! But yet the best books take time! Here’s to inspiration as you write your next best seller!
So excited to hear you are working on a new book you are my FAVORITE author. Look forward to reading it
My most favorite place to visit!
I just got your book at the library. The Great Alone. The only one I haven’t read
Looking forward to your next book!
Thanks to Copperfield's Books and Ellen Sussman for a fabulous evening! So much fun talking with readers. Thanks especially for coming out during the rolling blackouts.
7 days ago
Thank you to both of you for joining us & making it such a great event!☺️
Such a fun event! Thanks for coming out!
I love all your books & have them all but a couple. Can’t wait for your next one. Thank you for your writing such wonderful books.
Let me know when you're having an event near home. Would love to come. I miss our chats!😉
Yay Kristin! Cheers to you! ❤️Melinda
You had me hooked in the first chapter of Firefly Lane and then you took me down Night Road... Now I have published my first book, Keeping the Faith ❤️
Best writer that touches the inside of our core ❤️❤️
Nice big crowd of fans!🧡
Wow wonderful...you are on my bucket list...I’m your biggest fan in Louisville Kentucky
Please come to Minneapolis and I would be there!!
Great turnout!
Quite a crowd; has to feel good.
Remember I’m from Bainbridge Island or Manitou beach first house
Mis saludos desde España
Come to Toledo, Ohio
Sue Thompson Aquipel
Te esperamos no Brasil 🇧🇷
When we can expect you to visit India, Mumbai
Hello, Hawaii. Back in my happy pace and ready to start another edit on my. Ew book. Thanks to everyone who came to meet me at book events!! #thenightingale #kristinhannah #fireflylane
Oct 16
Hello, Hawaii. Back in my happy pace and ready to start another edit on my. Ew book. Thanks to everyone who came to meet me at book events!! #thenightingale #kristinhannah #fireflylane
Thank you #goodreads! I had a blast meeting you all and talking about our favorite things—books!! #kristinhannah #thenightingale #thegreatalone #fireflylane
Oct 15
Thank you #goodreads! I had a blast meeting you all and talking about our favorite things—books!! #kristinhannah #thenightingale #thegreatalone #fireflylane
