The Things We Do for Love
By Kristin Hannah
- Release Date: 2004-06-15
- Genre: Fiction & Literature
Description
NATIONAL BESTSELLER • “[Kristin] Hannah is superb at delving into her main characters’ psyches and delineating nuances of feeling.”—The Washington Post Book World
From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Women comes a poignant, evocative story that celebrates the magic of motherhood, the joys of coming home, and the price we so willingly pay for love.
Years of trying unsuccessfully to conceive a child have broken more than Angie DeSaria’s heart. Following a painful divorce, she moves back to her small Pacific Northwest hometown and takes over management of her family’s restaurant. In West End, where life rises and falls like the tides, Angie’s fortunes will drastically change yet again when she meets and befriends a troubled young woman.
Angie hires Lauren Ribido because she sees something special in the seventeen-year-old. They quickly form a deep bond, and when Lauren is abandoned by her mother, Angie offers the girl a place to stay. But nothing could have prepared Angie for the far-reaching repercussions of this act of kindness. Together, these two women—one who longs for a child and the other who longs for a mother’s love—will be tested in ways that neither could have imagined.
“Enormously entertaining . . . Hannah has a nice ear for dialogue and a knack for getting the reader inside the characters’ heads.”—The Seattle Times
Reviews
Loved it!
5By HBT1It was the sweetest most genuine book I’ve read in a long time. I was sorry to finish it!The Things We Do for Love
5By mrep65I have read so many of this authors books recently, but I need to add that this one is my favorite. I wish the story had gone on and on.One of the best books I have ever read!
5By Gmomof5Five stars are not enough for this beautiful book about “real” family!The things we do for love
5By Arwen JamesGreat read. The story is full of love, emotions and strengths.Very good
5By Love Travel 2023This book is about family and loss and how they made it work with love.Good book
5By Cherrywood35Very disappointing ending !!Things we do for Love
4By YayaNetskiA woman’s search for her meaning in life returning home after separating from her husband . Also a neglected girl’s search for love and a better life . They come together.Wonderful book
5By ParkerMamaof2Sweet story about love that found a heartbroken lady and young girlWell written story of hope in Hannah’s unique style
5By disappointedbyagame6877Kristen Hannah has a style of writing that carries you effortlessly along the story lines. There’s such a smooth cadence to her stories. You can hear the characters in unique voices that creates a clear picture of the scene being portrayed.Enjoyable in a chick-lit,beach read sort of way
3By LisaEmmittPlayIf you're looking for something light and predictable, this book is for you.Emotional rollercoaster in the best way
5By jamiemaymillerI simply love Kristin HannahGreat story. Emotional and beautiful
3By Gold plated dynamite 💯I have read 3 of Kristin Hannah’s books and while the stories themselves are wonderful they are quite a bit repetitive. The locations, adjectives, and even the nick-names of her characters are used repeatedly. It has become annoying to read the same description of everything from the sky to the street.Like a vine that gets entwined around your heart
5By PharmgrlMTNow one of my favorite KH novels. It wraps around your heart and takes hold. Recommending to my daughters and friends.Touching and emotionally gripping
5By golden laurenMy 3rd book by Kristin. She has a way of telling tough stories beautifully.Loved it!
5By despat70I have loved some of Kristin Hannah’s books but this one is one of my favs. Her writing style really pulls you in and brings things to life. So many things reminded me of my past and the loud family I am from.Loved it!
5By Tami NantzExcellent storytelling about real life issues. Loved it!Good read
4By samm bookThis books offers prospective to love and life that many take for granted. It’s a good reminder to nurture the love you have every chance you can.The Things We Do ForLove
4By lad9391Very good story and GOOD writing.Can’t understand why her books are so popular
1By NonaistakenrnThis was very boring and predictable. I kept skipping pages trying to get to something I didn’t already know would be in there. In general her books are overrated.
