The Women
By Kristin Hannah
- Release Date: 2024-02-06
- Genre: Fiction & Literature
Description
A #1 bestseller on The New York Times, USA Today, Washington Post, and Los Angeles Times!
From the celebrated author of The Nightingale and The Four Winds comes Kristin Hannah's The Women—at once an intimate portrait of coming of age in a dangerous time and an epic tale of a nation divided.
Women can be heroes. When twenty-year-old nursing student Frances “Frankie” McGrath hears these words, it is a revelation. Raised in the sun-drenched, idyllic world of Southern California and sheltered by her conservative parents, she has always prided herself on doing the right thing. But in 1965, the world is changing, and she suddenly dares to imagine a different future for herself. When her brother ships out to serve in Vietnam, she joins the Army Nurse Corps and follows his path.
As green and inexperienced as the men sent to Vietnam to fight, Frankie is over-whelmed by the chaos and destruction of war. Each day is a gamble of life and death, hope and betrayal; friendships run deep and can be shattered in an instant. In war, she meets—and becomes one of—the lucky, the brave, the broken, and the lost.
But war is just the beginning for Frankie and her veteran friends. The real battle lies in coming home to a changed and divided America, to angry protesters, and to a country that wants to forget Vietnam.
The Women is the story of one woman gone to war, but it shines a light on all women who put themselves in harm’s way and whose sacrifice and commitment to their country has too often been forgotten. A novel about deep friendships and bold patriotism, The Women is a richly drawn story with a memorable heroine whose idealism and courage under fire will come to define an era.
Reviews
The Invisible Women of Vietnam
5By TlazzJust an amazing read with such accuracy in describing the impact of PSTD for vets and the lack of recognition all vets suffered in Vietnam, but especially the women. The perspectives of women at war were so telling and how their front line jobs were to save the men fallen from battle. Their impact and contributions were clear, and this book underscores the painful under appreciation they suffered for so long.What’s all the fuss about?
2By Snoowy1Very boooring. For 200+ pages all she does is work in the hospital and then party. Hospital bombs, then party. Thats it! Falls in love with multiple men, and they die. As a reader you don’t even get to bond with any of these lovers, the falling in love just happens suddenly & bam dead! The writing seems like for teenagers . I couldn’t finish it sadly.Poor literary skill
1By Even Harder to PleaseThis book is written at a low caliber better suited for junior high or high school level readers. I could not finish reading it.Good story
3By D-Fresh324She’s a great novelistFantastic!!
5By Arnies volunteerFantastic!!Absolutely captivating.
5By hbarrilleauxI was hooked within the first few pages. Emotional and beautiful novel.The Women, the Heroes!
5By debgrnIt was an excellent story. I couldn’t stop reading.Had I been 20 in the mid 60’s instead of 10 awould have gone to Vietnam as well. A brutal telling of senseless loss, and deep tragedy. I was one of those ambitious nurses , always looking for the next challenge. I know I would have thrived. I do remember the cruelty towards the Vietnam vets, and the years it took to begin the healing. They truly are heroes!A must read
5By Schloo3I learned so much from this book. Thank youThe Women
5By Ayoung69This story was so compelling from the first page. My heart literally ached for the character of Frances and all of the Vietnam Veterans in real life. I found myself looking up dates and details that I did not remember as I was born in 1968. Such a beautifully written account of American History.Beautifully written
5By MizRozeVisceral, tangible and relatable for women veterans.The BEST!
5By denisekmoeOne of the best historical fiction books I have read. This book kept me wanting more.Definitely worth reading!
5By TBPembergateThis book was captivating from the start. The ability to portray such deep human emotion is something not often found. It was so inspiring to read such a powerful book focused on Vietnam and the people who served—particularly the women. They all deserve so much credit.Loved it!
5By EB2499I could read this again and again. What a story. The character development, the tie backs, the friendships built and so much more. I couldn’t get enough of it!The Womrn
5By OkoontzGreat book, best one I’ve read in a long time. Hated for it to end.The Women
5By Nic80Excellent story! I couldn’t put it down!The Women
3By Mary Mouse FactoryA novel about a young nurse who volunteered to serve in the army in Vietnam during the war. It follows her journey throughout her time in the war zone and after coming home. Her two lost loves and her struggle with addiction are heart rendering and moving.Couldn’t put it down
5By EdesertWhat an interesting and profound perspective. The book was so well written.The Women
5By SportGrandmaBest book that I have read in ages. Gripping, heartache and a kind of sadness most of us will never know. Read it in two days. WOW!!Moving Story
5By PbeansI read this book so quickly. It’s now one of my favorite books of all time. So much pain and healing, and hope. I loved the story line so much.
