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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
Wow, how time flies. First review of The Great Alone came out one year ago today. Thanks to everyone who read it!!!
7 days ago
One the best books, next to The Nightingale, I've ever read.
First book that I read of yours! So good that I am hooked! Read Nightingale, Firefly Lane and Fly Away! ❤️ Loved them all! Trying to decide what to read next! Suggestions?
This was the first book I read in over 20 years!! Made me love reading, right now reading Firefly Lane 💕 Thank you!
Etched in my mind...both The Nightingale and The Great Alone. Thank you for sharing your masterful gift of story telling.
Awesome Awesome Awesome. I have and have read every one of your books. Just poured through them. Never been so hungry to read a book! Can't wait for your new one. You are a wonderful writer!
Kristin, I've read almost all of your books!! Loved them all. The Great Alone was fabulous and have recommended to many! While reading brought back memories of our trip to Alaska in '93. Thank you for your awesome novels...I have laughed, wept and fell in love with so many of your characters!!❤
Kristin Hannah fan, my favorite author, read “The Great Alone” this summer and look forward to her next book. Always recommend her books to my family and friends.
I was hesitant, sorry to say, with the inside story line. I resisted and almost one year later, read the book. IT WAS AWESOME!!!! I will NEVER doubt you again. You are top three in my favorite authors and I cannot thank you enough for this book!!!!!!!
I loved The Great Alone, but the Nightingale was my favorite. I’ve read several of your books and loved them all. Keep writing.
The great alone is a fantastic read. I learned so much about Alaska and domestic abuse. Thank you Kristin Hannah.
Wonderful book! Thank you for many hours of pleasure, and even plenty of tears over your books, Kristin.
Loved this! Have been to the area and felt I was there again the descriptions were so good. Great story.
This is the first book that I have read of yours. One of the best I've ever read . Then I read The Nightingale! Thoroughly enjoyed that, also.
I read this when it came out and LOVED IT!l! Kristen Hannah is one of my favorite authors.. Hoping this will also be a movie...
Loved it...listened to it on audio...I do a lot of driving for work. A wonderful story with great characters!
Jeff Langholz you read Kristin Hannah’s Great Alone? She’s one of my favorite authors. Read every book she has written
I heard the audio version and I absolutely loved this book. I have sent it to a few folks for gifts. And Nightingale was extraordinary!
such a wonderfully written story! my husband and I actually went to Alaska shortly after I read the book!! I def looked for large marge! lol
i misses this one will have to check it out. thanks for posting. i have enjoyed your other books
Have read it, and re-read it! One of my all time favorite stories of love and survival! Thanks for your wonderful words! Nightingale still my favorite-but, this is close! 👏🏻👏🏻
This is the best book I have ever read.... but it was so intense ... I would read for a bit then had to put it down. But it did not take me long and I was back reading 📖!!!
I can't believe it's been a year! After reading the Nightingale and getting so excited about you as an author, I had hubby give me The Great Alone for a Christmas gift. Then I put it on the shelf and forgot all about it until I saw this post! I'm thinking it's TIME for me to READ this one! <3
It was gut wrenching, devastating, awe inspiring and hopeful all at once. There were tears streaming down my face at times though I wasn’t aware of it. Thank you for Leni and for your portrait of the great alone.
It’s our book club book this month. We all loved the story and highly recommend it to everyone. Thank you for the story teller you are!!! Love ya
It made a great book tape too! I listened to it commuting and enjoyed all the characters so much. I look forward to seeing the movie.
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