The Great Alone
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Alaska, 1974. Untamed. Unpredictable. And for a family in crisis, the ultimate test of the human spirit.
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Goodreads Best Historical Novel of 2015
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The Great Alone
Alaska, 1974. Untamed. Unpredictable. And for a family in crisis, the ultimate test of the human spirit.
An Instant #1 New York Times Print and Print/eBook Bestseller
New York Times Audiobook Bestseller
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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
Happy booklover’s day!!! Thank you from the bottom of my heart to all of you readers out there. It’s a passion that connects us all. The love of reading. Thank you to bookstores, big and small, who keep the fires stoked and hand our stories into kind hands. I hope to see you all again soon!
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My 81 yr. old mother, looks so forward to the comfort of your amazing books!! She has RA, & doesn’t get out much!! Your books bring her so much joy!! She got her first library card at 8 yrs. old!! We both feel you truly are one of the best writers of the day!! God bless!! ❤️🙏
And thank you Kristen for the many hours of enjoyment all your books have given me. I have read every one of your books and loved them all, especially Firefly Lane, which is my absolute favorite.❤️❤️
LOVE READING!!! LOVED every one of your books. Cannot wait until your new book comes out! I preordered it and eagerly await its arrival. At least it’s something positive to look forward to. Crazy year. Please stay healthy and keep writing💗💗
Just finished The Nightingale and passed it along to my mother. What a great story about a horrible time in history. Winter Garden is next on our list. Thank you for letting us enjoy your gift! 🌼
I started with firefly Lane. Loved Nightingale but The Winter Garden was my favorite. Happy book lovers day.
We love you at the OPEN BOOK in Warrenton, Virginia. Sold our last copy of the Nightingale yesterday. Can’t keep you in stock for our lovers of historical fiction. Time to order more !
Thank YOU!!! ❤ my new favorite author. Thanks for being on the planet and sharing your stories and gift for telling them. I have so much to say about each book. I wish there was a Kristin Hannah book group! ❤
Haven’t found an author that can hold a candle to you!! Love Great Alone and Nightingale. After seeing this post I have some catching up to do on your other books! Love historical fiction! How I’d love to know which of your books is your favorite!
I have read all of your books. The first one being winter garden. You are an awesome writer! Thank you for giving me so much pleasure reading
Thank you for being such an awesome and talented author 😍
Thank you Kristen. Your writings and insight have brightened and broadened my world in a way I could never imagine. You are a bright light in the literary world. I read everyone of your books, with anticipation of an amazing new adventure. Thank you for all of your productive hours of research and writing. You are one of my very favorite authors. Thank you for making the literary world a better place for all of us💕💕💕
Listening to right now. I love books set in the NW, especially Washington, because then I can picture it better.
You are an awesome author! When reading your books one feels like the character! I have laughed out loud and shed many tears as the pages unfold! What magic you bring as the plot thickens!! THANK YOU! Just keep up writing with such God given talent!!
Just finished reading Between Sisters. Very good book - shed a few tears. Love all your books. I enjoyed your talk a couple years ago in Tacoma, Washington. So far my favorite Is Winter Garden. Can’t wait for your new book. Thanks for being such a great author!!!
No, we THANK YOU for being such an awesome writer!!! Can't wait for the next one!!!
I have also read all your books & enjoyed them all! You’re an amazing author!
FYI! More accolades!
Just finished "The Great Alone." Loved it! I love how you always have a happy ending but not a predictable ending. I also like that we are close in age. (I'm 5 years older.) I can relate to the time frames in your books.
Thank you for being my favorite author and giving us wonderful stories to read and characters to love.
Thank you for your wonderful novels -?Nightingale is my in my top 5!reads of all time
Kristen thank you for all of your amazing books and the many hours of enjoyment they gave me. Loved Firefly Lane but Nightingale was truly life altering for me.Happy Book Lover's Day
Thank you dear Kristin, that compliment goes straight back to you. If you didn't write such amazing books, you wouldn't have such loyal followers!! I even enjoyed your very first few books, they were enjoyable stories, but they certainly show your progression as a writer, when comparing with the next half of your booklist. Long may you continue xx
I just finished "The Great Alone" and it was amazing! Can't wait for you new book to come out.
Do you have any idea when Firedly Lane will air on Netflix finally?? Ive been waiting patiently and its getting so hard! I have read almost all of your books(except for 4) and I love them all. You are such an amazing storyteller! So looking forward to reading your newest release come February!
Thank you for writing such incredible books!
My friend, Jill Barnett Books, wonderful WWII novel, Sentimental Journey, is on sale today. Enjoy!!! www.amazon.com/dp/B07YLHJRY5/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1
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The fact that you read, compliment and promote other authors makes you an incredible human being💜
I just finished The Nightingale and by far my best read. I thought The Great Alone was the best, now I have to rethink this.
Kristin Hannah is a wonderful and friendly person! I’ve been to a book signing!
thank you ! just got it ! a friend is reading it as well ! looking forward to reading it.
Have to get it. I absolutely love novels about that time period.
Thank You for letting us know. Love WWII books.
I love this cover — makes me want to read. Congrats to Jill Barnett Books!
Sounds like one I would love! Thanks for the recommendation!
I read this book years ago... loved it!
May have to look for that.
Purchased it.
Czekamy na tłumaczenie tej powieści na język polski❤️
Can’t wait
Jenni Wissmann maybe a good beach read
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Happy booklover’s day!!! Big thanks to everyone who reads and passes along their love of reading. Thanks to booksellers, big and small, who recommend books to readers. I miss you all and hope to see you on book tour again someday soon! Here are a few fun stops last year. #kristinhannah ...
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Happy booklover’s day!!! Big thanks to everyone who reads and passes along their love of reading. Thanks to booksellers, big and small, who recommend books to readers. I miss you all and hope to see you on book tour again someday soon! Here are a few fun stops last year. #kristinhannah #thefourwindsbook #bookloversday #tobetterdays #barnesandnoble #pageandpalette #warwicksbookstore
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