The Great Alone
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The Great Alone
A gripping novel of family dynamics, heartbreak and hope which tugs at the heartstrings, set against the beauty of the Alaskan wilderness, from the bestselling author of The Nightingale.
'A woman has to be tough as steel up here. You can't count on anyone to save you and your children. You have to be willing to save yourselves'
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In The Great Alone, renowned author Kristin Hannah whisks readers away to the raw, unforgiving wilderness of Alaska in 1974, where hope collides with desperation and love faces the ultimate test. Ernt Allbright, a Vietnam veteran, and his family uproot their lives in search of a fresh start, drawn to the promise of healing and peace in the isolation of America’s last frontier. However, what they find instead is a land as unpredictable as Ernt’s own state of mind, threatening to engulf them with its harsh and precarious beauty.
At the heart of this poignant tale is young Leni Allbright, whose coming-of-age journey is both endearing and tumultuous. As her parents struggle to navigate their explosive relationship amidst the challenges of their new life, Leni yearns for stability and belonging. Her mother, Cora, bound by love yet teetering under the weight of her husband’s unpredictable moods, follows Ernt into the wild, hoping it might rekindle the lost spark in their lives.
Despite the darkness that threatens to overshadow her world, Leni discovers a beacon of hope and friendship in Matthew Walker. His kindness and bravery offer her a glimpse of a life she never imagined possible, amidst a community determined to stand together against the elements. Together, they learn that survival demands more than just physical endurance—it requires the courage to dream of a brighter future.
Kristin Hannah masterfully crafts a narrative rich with evocative descriptions of the majestic yet menacing Alaskan landscape. Through her eloquent prose, she explores profound themes of love, resilience, and the enduring power of the human spirit, especially as embodied by women who, amid dire circumstances, summon unheard-of strength.
The Great Alone is a testament to Hannah’s capability as a storyteller, delivering a haunting yet uplifting saga that resonates with the haunting beauty and wildness of Alaska itself. It’s no wonder the novel is applauded by critics and cherished by readers, unfolding a deeply emotional journey that beckons one to savour every page.
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Kristin Hannah's The Great Alone is praised as a captivating novel featuring themes of love, sacrifice, and survival, set against the vivid backdrop of Alaska. Readers describe it as emotionally gripping, with memorable storytelling that evokes deep emotions. The narrative is noted for its rich character development and evokes a lasting impact.
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ISBN: 9781035030972
Publisher: Pan Macmillan
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 21 December 2023
Country: United Kingdom
Imprint: Pan Books
Audience: General / adult
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 32.0mm
Width: 130.0mm
Height: 197.0mm
Weight: 325g
Pages: 464
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About the Author
Kristin Hannah is an award-winning international number one bestselling author with over 20 million copies of her books sold worldwide. Her most recent titles, The Four Winds, The Nightingale and The Great Alone won numerous best fiction awards and her earlier novel, Firefly Lane, is currently a bestselling series on Netflix. Kristin is a lawyer-turned-writer and is the mother of one son. She and her husband live in the Pacific Northwest near Seattle.
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