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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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
Watch Katherine Heigl on The Kelly Clarkson show tomorrow for BIG NEWS on Netflix’s Firefly Lane series!!! I know I will be watching!
13 hours ago
Love the book. Can’t wait to see the show. Although the book is always better than the show...❤️📚
Definitely watching! Loved LOVED this book!
Loved this book! Great excuse to read it again!
Is Katherine, Kate or Tully? Firefly Lane is my favorite book ever & I’ve read a lot of books!
Not a Katherine Heigl fan but I loved Firefly Lane so I’ll give it a chance. 🤷♀️
I loved Firefly Lane and the sequel so I’m looking forward to the series.
I've been checking Netflix and cannot find it. I read the book a couple of years ago.
My favorite book in movie form. I didn’t know Katherine Heigl was in it!! I can’t wait to watch this movie. ❤️❤️
Omg. I can’t wait! Love Kristen Hannah’s book.
Oh wow! As I read it, I kept thinking how great this would be on screen. Very exciting!
Not a NetFlix fan - love the books just not keen on ‘interpretations’...
Ugh. Can’t stand Katherine Heigl, but loved the books. So I will be watching!
I’m so excited! I re-read the books recently so I’m ready!
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Can’t wait for it to be on! Love her books
Loved the books!! Can't wait for this series on Netflix!! ❤🤩
Can’t wait! Loved the book!
When is The Nightingale movie going to be released
Since that was my favorite book EVER, I definitely will be watching.
Super excited loved Firefly lane❤️❤️❤️
I read your all books I can’t wait to Watch this on Netflix ❤️🥰
I just finished reading Firefly Lane again. Congratulations. 🍾
OMG I can’t wait , one of my most favorite books ever!!
Just ordered the two of them......that will be 12 of yours I have read this year.......you are going to have to start writing them quicker since I have almost caught up. Lol
My all time favorite book!! ♥️ 📚
One of the first things I’m going to do when it’s safe to travel is visit all my favorite bookstores! Man, I miss visiting my favorites stores and towns and readers. Many thanks to Nancy and Book Vault for this lovely quote for THE FOUR WINDS!
#thefourwinds #bookstores #booksaremagic #booksellers #bookstagram #booklovers #bookclub
15 hours ago
I'm soooo hoping for a book signing!!!! Have you ever done one at Liberty Bay Bookstore on Bainbridge Island? That's my favorite little bookstore ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Please visit Ohio! Columbus is a great city. The Book Loft in German Village is a must see and great place to some gun some copies.
I need a good Kristen Hannah book please! I have already read: Firefly Lane, Winter Garden, Great Alone and Nightingale. Loved every one, but what would you read next? What else was your most favorite?
I hope you come back to River City Books in Soldotna, Alaska. I missed you last time. 😊
Send your books to Peddlars Village in Bucks County PA!!! Lahaska Bookshop... a very popular store in a busy and wonderful little village!!!
Don’t forget us at the library!
There's a new little book and treat store, Book Haven, that's opened up in our little town. I'm praying they're a big success. We need more book store, and if you can get coffee and bacon/maple cinnamon rolls, plus other treats that's kinda like heaven.
I have read all of her books & cannot wait for the new one!!!
“Another Nightingale” Omg I am so not ready, and soooo ready at the same time 😂😫😍
Looking forward to reading your book.
I just preordered the book on Audible 💥
I'll be standing in front of the bookstore on 2-2-21 waiting to get my copy!!!
Where in upstate NY might you visit? Rochester?
All I want for Christmas is this book !!! I can’t wait till February
So anxious to get the audio book 📚
Come back to Austin!
Paula Johnson we will need to read this! I love all of her books
Numero uno on my Christmas list
Reading Summer Island now + loving it.
Can't wait to read this book!
I can't wait to read this!!
Hi how are you doing I am sorry if this it's intruding I was browsing through Facebook when I stumbled on your adorable profile the post you shared in your timeline are really fascinating so I felt it would be nice knowing you better. I did tried sending you a friend request but it didn't work I just want to be friends and I hope you don't mind sending me a friend request please?
I will happily receive mine on 2/2/21. Exciting!
Santa please .. ps I’ll buy it myself 😊
I can’t wait for this!!!
Big news on #Fireflylane coming tomorrow! Watch @katherineheigl on @kellyclarksonshow to get the scoop! #kristinhannah #netflix #fireflylaneonnetflix
Dec 3
Big news on #Fireflylane coming tomorrow! Watch @katherineheigl on @kellyclarksonshow to get the scoop! #kristinhannah #netflix #fireflylaneonnetflix
