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
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.Felt like I was there…
5By BooSooNayThis book was completely enthralling and insightful. It’s the best book I’ve read in a long time!Has all the Elements of a Good Read
5By moma's tunesLoved this book, am a Kristen Hannah fan in general. I really didn’t know much about Vietnam, I was not born yet when it started and was 12 when it ended. We studied it a bit in school and it seemed to be an unpleasant topic in general. To read these details and especially the female perspective was enlightening. I’ve seen the memorial in DC, and am happy to learn more. This was a good read, interesting, captivating, sad and happy at times.The Women- we never knew
5By NaplesnutA gripping novel that brings into focus what really happens behinds the scenes.Absolutely inspiring!
5By caliReader01Beautiful story!! So eye opening about the Vietnam war and ALL who served!! Loved it!!Great read!
5By PtowlerAmazing book that helps tell the unfortunate story of women's place in the Vietnam war. I was amazed at the treatment the main character receives upon her return Eye opening!Must read
5By jenesk82Beautifully written with vivid imagery of a woman grappling with loss on every level. Left such an impression I need to learn more.Loved it
5By SassyMom78AmazingThe Women
5By snbiswI really enjoyed the story of The Women. They should never be forgotten.Sooo good!
5By EllieBean21This was one of the best books I’ve read in a long time. While there may be some slightly triggering elements for some, this historical fiction novel is one of those books you can’t put down and depicts the Vietnam War from a unique perspective in such a raw, real way.
