Home Front

On the surface, Michael and Jolene Zarkades appear to lead an idyllic life. With twelve years of seemingly blissful marriage, fulfilling careers, and children they cherish, their lives seem perfect to outsiders. However, beneath the veneer, their relationship is unraveling. The love and connection they once shared have been replaced by distance and dissatisfaction, leading them down a path towards a potential divorce.

The fragile state of their marriage is further tested when Jolene, a dedicated helicopter pilot in the National Guard, receives an unexpected deployment to Iraq. This sudden development throws their family into turmoil, as Jolene must leave behind her husband and young daughters, stepping into a war zone fraught with danger. Michael, left at home, struggles with his own feelings of resentment and fear while trying to care for their children and maintain a semblance of normalcy.

The situation becomes even more dire when a tragic event forces both Jolene and Michael to confront their deepest fears. Separated by miles and engulfed by their own personal battles, they must navigate the harsh realities of their new circumstances. Jolene faces physical and emotional battles on the front lines, while Michael grapples with the weight of responsibility and the strain of waiting for news from the war zone.

As their worlds are turned upside down, Jolene and Michael are compelled to reevaluate what truly matters. They must decide whether to fight for their family’s future or let their marriage succumb to the pressures that threaten to dismantle everything they've built together. Home Front is a heart-wrenching and ultimately uplifting story that captures the tenacity of the human spirit and the enduring power of love.

Kristin Hannah's storytelling prowess shines through in this profound exploration of the human condition, making Home Front a must-read for anyone seeking a riveting tale of resilience, redemption, and the often-overlooked costs of war.