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The Four Winds

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The Four Winds by Kristin Hannah is a powerful historical fiction novel set during the Great Depression. It follows the struggles and resilience of Elsa Martinelli, who must make difficult decisions to protect her family and survive amid economic hardship and environmental devastation. The story captures the determination and spirit of those who lived through one of America's most challenging times.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy compelling narratives set during the Great Depression, centred around themes of survival, resilience, and the enduring spirit of the human heart. Kristin Hannah's storytelling captures the harsh realities and the hope that can shine through even the bleakest times.

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The Four Winds

An epic, sweeping tale of love and loss set in the midst of the Great Depression in 1930s America, by the multi-million-copy global bestseller Kristin Hannah.

An epic, sweeping tale of love and loss set in the midst of the Great Depression in 1930s Amercia, by the multi-million copy global bestseller Kristin Hannah.

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Kristin Hannah is a classic storyteller and The Four Winds sees her at the top of her game - Matt Haig

Powerful and compelling - Delia Owens, number one international bestselling author of Where the Crawdads Sing

A story of love, family, unbreakable bonds, bravery and hope. I loved this book so much! - Christy Lefteri, bestselling author of The Beekeeper of Aleppo

She will discover the best of herself in the worst of times . . .

Texas, 1934. Elsa Martinelli had finally found the life she'd yearned for. A family, a home and a livelihood on a farm on the Great Plains. But when drought threatens all she and her community hold dear, Elsa's world is shattered to the winds.

Fearful of the future, when Elsa wakes to find her husband has fled, she is forced to make the most agonising decision of her life. Fight for the land she loves or take her beloved children, Loreda and Ant, west to California in search of a better life. Will it be the land of milk and honey? Or will their experience challenge every ounce of strength they possess?

From the overriding love of a mother for her child, the value of female friendship and the ability to love again - against all odds - Elsa's incredible journey is a story of survival, hope and what we do for the ones we love.

The Four Winds is a deeply moving, powerful story about the strength and resilience of women and the bond between mother and daughter, by the multi-million-copy number one bestselling author of The Nightingale, Kristin Hannah.

Praise for Kristin Hannah

A rich, compelling novel of love, sacrifice and survival - Kate Morton

A masterclass - Karen Swan

What readers LOVE about The Four Winds:

'Everyone should read this book. This is the new American classic'

'It will break your heart and bring you to tears. It will also be one of the best books you read all year!'

'This is historical fiction at its best: compelling, compassionate, enraging and courageous. I absolutely loved this book!'

'Gripping and captivating . . . heartbreaking and inspiring'

'We fall in love with a warrior who finds her power and strength, surrounded by love. Beautiful'

'BRAVO to the author, this is her best work yet'

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The Four Winds by Kristin Hannah has received praise for its moving depiction of love, family, and resilience. Reviewers have highlighted its powerful storytelling and compelling characters, evoking strong emotional responses. Set during Depression-era America, the novel is celebrated for its heartfelt narrative and evocative portrayal of historical events.

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ISBN: 9781529054583

Publisher: Pan Macmillan

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 17 February 2022

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Pan Books

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 30.0mm

Width: 131.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 315g

Pages: 464

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About the Author

Kristin Hannah is a New York Times bestselling author. She is a former lawyer turned writer and is the mother of one son. She and her husband live in the Pacific Northwest near Seattle, and Hawaii. Her first novel published in the UK, Night Road, was one of eight books selected for the UK's 2011 TV Book Club Summer Read, and her novel The Nightingale was a New York Times number one bestseller, selling almost three million copies worldwide.

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