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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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“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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Great list for book clubs!
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These recommendations from readers come with favorites by Kristin Hannah and Mary Hall Kelly.7 hours ago
Not sure if this exactly qualifies as historical fiction, but Winter Garden is still my favorite book of all time.
The Nightingale is one of my favourite books ever!
Every single book written by Kristen Hannah is amazing.
I just finished Before We Were Yours and it was excellent!
When is nightingale coming to theatres?!?
Nightingale is my favourite, Tattooist a close second .
The Nightingale is the best. Reading Lilac Girls now.
When is your next book coming out? Just reread Firefly Lane. Still one of my favorites.
Lilac Roses should be apart of high school history curriculum
I just finished Where the Crawdads Sing. Wow! Excellent read. The Nightingale and The Alice Network are both excellent as well.
Lilac Girls was one of the very best!!
Just picked up Lilac Girls! Finishing The Stranger - I bought in Cornwall, while visiting England in October.
The Nightingale was amazing
I love historical fiction, definitely saving this list.
Did you notice how many of the covers featured people with their backs to us? Interesting.
Just finished Lilac Girls😀 Couldn’t put it down❤️
The Dovekeepers was one of my favorite books ever!
I have a few here I've not read. So many great books on this list!
Thank you for this list!
These are all right up my alley! How have I only read a fraction of this list?! SAVING!! Lisa Grant Jones Leslie Wadler Patricia Jeanne
Great choices!
Thanks for sharing!
All awesome books and authors!
I have read about half of these...and just finished The Pearl Sister. Finishing one of your books is like saying goodbye to a best friend...
My favorite historic one of yours is Winter Garden.
So true....
2 days ago
I’ve got it backwards. I walk half and eat double. 😂😂
Kristin, Do I sense a new book in the writing? One can hope!
I'm still reeling from The Nightingale and can't see anything else than those two and their last moment.
Reading The Great Alone. Love it
That’s why I walk miles every day listening to books
Am doing that in Maui. The warm weather is wonderful!
Sometimes I mix up the eating and the walking one. Sigh
Without a doubt....truth!
I am going to read Firefly Lane to my residents ( ages 83-101) starting next week. I loved the book when I read it many years ago. Waiting for The Nightinggale to become a movie. Then I will read it to my residents and follow up with the movie so we can compare. The books always win.
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Just what my Dr Ordered
Kristin Hannah: Do you ever FaceTime with Book Clubs to discuss your books?
Its true : Himalayas life....
Amen to that!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Thanks for sharing it with us, Sometimes we need this reminder to redirect our lives to a right pace.
Oh, how I love the wisdom in this proverb!
Totally true, Kristin Hannah
Thank you for sharing this. I am going to print this out and keep it at my computer.
Absolutely true!
Reading your book right now .. The Things We Do For Love.. 7 inches of snow here in Iowa. Great reading weather.. wrapped in my warm blanket.. soon cat will join me when she is finished checking out the outdoors from the window..
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Any news on the upcoming movie The Nightingale? It's one of my favorite books!
Dear Kristin, I’ve read your books and enjoyed all of them so much. What’s everybody reading now?
Love this!
And read great books!
