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
- Book of the Month Club Book of the Year
- Amazon Best Book of the Year Selection
- Washington Post 2021 Notable Work of Fiction
“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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Congratulations to the fabulously talented narrator, @justjuliawhelan, and @macmillan.audio . The audiobook of #thefourwinds is one of @audible best books of the year! #thefourwinds #kristinhannah #historicalfiction #bookstagram #audible #audiobooks #bestbooks
Thank you so much! I love getting lost in your writing.
Julia Whelan is incredible.
I look for books that are narrated by Julia Whelan. Congratulations to both of you!!!
Julia Whelan is my favorite narrator!! And this Audible was amazing!
My daughter-in-law recommended The Four Winds to me. I loved it. I then read Nightingale and The Great Alone. Three great reads. I love your language, tone .Great characters .I now want to read Comfort and Joy. Congratulations.
It surely was my best book of the year!
That's awesome! Congratulations! You deserve it Kristin. And I agree, it was my favorite book of 2021.
Congratulations 👏 i loved it!
That's awesome! Congratulations! I love your books! This one was no
My favorite book of the year! Amazing audio.
Amazing book and fantastic narration!! Congrats!!
Congratulations! That's awesome!👏
Congratulations!!!❤️ love all your books!
Absolutely the best! Congrats!
Perfect combo, I love Kristin Hannah's books and I love Julia Whelan's narration.
I loved it! I seek Julia out when looking for an audiobook!
That's awesome! Congratulations! Checked it out today
That's awesome! Congratulations!
Congratulations. Well deserved
read the entire novel in the month I was in hospital and rehab. I agree, it was the best of all the books I've read this year.
I’ve tried to read this book 2 times. I just can’t get into it. I love Kristin Hannah but for some reason it doesn’t work for me. Really disappointed
Julia you are my favorite narrator! I can’t tell you how many new authors I’ve found looking for your narration!
Wonderful book
She is absolutely the best! I choose books BECAUSE she’s the narrator.
Julia Whelan is fantastic- as well as the book!
I love libraries, librarians and library patrons! Thank you to @libraryreads for choosing #thefourwinds as the #bestbookof2021. I’m honored to be in such great company. #maliburising #hailmary #thelostapothecary #thelincolnhighway #peoplewemeetonvacation #finalgirlsupportgroup #thepersonallibrarian #therosecode #underthewhisperingdoor
It is a wonderful book! So descriptive, great story and a history lesson included. I so recommend this book.
Loved your Winter Garden book! Wonderful read with unexpected ending.
Congratulations! I may have to add a few of these to my ever growing “ to read list”!
Kristin Four Winds was so amazing . You are truly a gifted author. Looking forward to what comes next.
I agree! I believe I read that book in 4 days I could not put it down I felt like I traveled with them all the way. I felt like I lived in that house with them. I felt like I was back in that time. That is the sign of a wonderful writer... you can have the reader melt into your stories
I love libraries too! Especially the one in my hometown.
Loved this book and I did check it out at my local library. Library are needed and used
It is my favorite book of 2021. Congratulations Kristin! You deserve it
Congratulations! Libraries are essential!
Well deserved win The book is so beautifully written
Love the libraries!!!!
Love it all of your books, that I have read, so far.
Congratulations! Love all her books!
Well deserved, Kristin Hannah has shown over and over again her expertise as an author and story teller. The Four Winds, would be movie worthy!
It is definitely my top pick of the year. I have recommended it to everyone I know. Not only does it show a vividly stark reminder of our past, but it is also frighteningly relevant to today.
Libraries are the best, your books are better than the best!
Loved this, had vague understanding of Dust Bowl but WoW no idea what really went on.
I used to work in a library. I love them too!
I have to agree. It was the best book I read this year. ❤
I’ve listened to several of your ebooks through our library. ❤️
Libraries are the best!
Loved it!
Can you tell us approximately when your next book will be coming out? No other questions as much as I want to ask. Cannot wait!
It was AAA great Book
Congratulations beautiful
Congratulations to the fabulously talented narrator, @justjuliawhelan, and @macmillan.audio . The audiobook of #thefourwinds is one of @audible best books of the year! #thefourwinds #kristinhannah #historicalfiction #bookstagram #audible #audiobooks #bestbooks
Dec 7
Congratulations to the fabulously talented narrator, @justjuliawhelan, and @macmillan.audio . The audiobook of #thefourwinds is one of @audible best books of the year! #thefourwinds #kristinhannah #historicalfiction #bookstagram #audible #audiobooks #bestbooks
I love libraries, librarians and library patrons! Thank you to @libraryreads for choosing #thefourwinds as the #bestbookof2021. I’m honored to be in such great company. #maliburising #hailmary #thelostapothecary #thelincolnhighway #peoplewemeetonvacation #finalgirlsupportgroup ...
Dec 7
I love libraries, librarians and library patrons! Thank you to @libraryreads for choosing #thefourwinds as the #bestbookof2021. I’m honored to be in such great company. #maliburising #hailmary #thelostapothecary #thelincolnhighway #peoplewemeetonvacation #finalgirlsupportgroup #thepersonallibrarian #therosecode #underthewhisperingdoor