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The Women: A Novel Hardcover – February 6, 2024
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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.
- Print length480 pages
- LanguageEnglish
- PublisherSt. Martin's Press
- Publication dateFebruary 6, 2024
- Dimensions8.65 x 1.4 x 9.55 inches
- ISBN-101250178630
- ISBN-13978-1250178633
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"Hannah again shines her light on overlooked women in history" ―People Magazine (Book of the Week)
"Hannah is in top form here... Hannah’s real superpower is her ability to hook you along from catastrophe to catastrophe, sometimes peering between your fingers, because you simply cannot give up on her characters. She gathers women into the (Vietnam) experience with moving conviction." ―The New York Times
“The Women is historical fiction at its very best. So moving, so wrenching, and yet, in the end, uplifting. Brava! I loved The Nightingale and The Four Winds, but The Women is my favorite.” ―Nicholas D. Kristof, Pulitzer Prize–winning coauthor of Half the Sky
“One of the greatest storytellers of our time, Kristin Hannah, tackles one of the most cruel and despicable wars of the last century, the Vietnam War. The Women reveals the powerful contributions and horrific sacrifices of the American military nurses who served in a war whose agencies refused to acknowledge that they were
even there. Perhaps no words can bring closure to a nation still ashamed of booing our returning heroes, but the heroine, Frances McGrath, stirs a deep, overdue compassion and tears for every single soldier―and especially the forgotten women who sacrificed so much. Never has a novel of war metamorphosed so profoundly into a story of the human heart.” ―Delia Owens, author of Where the Crawdads Sing
“Stuns with sacrifice; uplifts with heroism . . . an important, long overdue tribute to the brave women nurses who served in Vietnam.” ―Bonnie Garmus, author of Lessons in Chemistry
"Hannah’s emotionally charged page-turner (after The Four Winds) centers on a young nurse whose life is changed by the Vietnam War. Before Frankie McGrath begins basic training for the Army in 1966, her older brother Finley is killed in action. Frankie excels as a surgical nurse in Vietnam and becomes close with fellow nurses Ethel and Barb. After Ethel’s tour ends, Frankie and Barb gets assigned to the base at Pleiku, near the Cambodian border, where some of the heaviest fighting occurs. There, she reunites with Navy officer Rye Walsh, Finley’s best friend, and they become lovers. When Frankie returns to the U.S., she’s met with indifference for her service from her parents, who are still grieving her brother’s death, and disdain from people who oppose the war. She leans on alcohol and drugs while struggling to acclimate to civilian life. Though the situations and dialogue can feel contrived (Rye, after announcing he’s re-upping, says to Frankie at the close of a chapter, “I’m not leaving my girl”), Hannah’s depictions of Frankie tending to wounded soldiers are urgent and eye-opening, and a reunion of the three nurses for Frankie’s benefit is poignantly told. Fans of women’s historicals will enjoy this magnetic wartime story." ―Publishers Weekly
"Many would say that the nurses who helped fight the Vietnam War were forgotten. Believe me, for those of us who were there, these women were never forgotten--and never will be. Kristin Hannah honors them with this novel." --Karl Marlantes, author of Matterhorn
"Hannah enjoys the authorial reach to educate legions of readers about the significant subjects she dramatizes. In doing so she demonstrates that, just like the women she writes about, she deserves to be recognized." -Minneapolis Star Tribune
"a moving, gripping tale that pays tribute to the under-appreciated skill and courage of combat nurses." --Booklist, starred review
"Hannah tells the story of real but unsung heroes" --Washington Post
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- Publisher : St. Martin's Press; First Edition (February 6, 2024)
- Language : English
- Hardcover : 480 pages
- ISBN-10 : 1250178630
- ISBN-13 : 978-1250178633
- Item Weight : 1 pounds
- Dimensions : 8.65 x 1.4 x 9.55 inches
- Best Sellers Rank: #3 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
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About the author
Kristin Hannah is the award-winning and bestselling author of more than 20 novels. Her newest novel, The Women, about the nurses who served in the Vietnam war, will be released on February 6, 2024.
The Four Winds was published in February of 2021 and immediately hit #1 on the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, USA Today, and Indie bookstore's bestseller lists. Additionally, it was selected as a book club pick by the both Today Show and The Book Of the Month club, which named it the best book of 2021.
In 2018, The Great Alone became an instant New York Times #1 bestseller and was named the Best Historical Novel of the Year by Goodreads.
In 2015, The Nightingale became an international blockbuster and was Goodreads Best Historical fiction novel for 2015 and won the coveted People's Choice award for best fiction in the same year. It was named a Best Book of the Year by Amazon, iTunes, Buzzfeed, the Wall Street Journal, Paste, and The Week.
The Nightingale is currently in pre-production at Tri Star. Firefly Lane, her beloved novel about two best friends, was the #1 Netflix series around the world, in the week it came out. The popular tv show stars Katherine Heigl and Sarah Chalke.
A former attorney, Kristin lives in the Pacific Northwest.
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The relationships between Frankie and her parents showcase the era and denial many parents felt with their own children making non traditional decisions. Frankie signing up as a US ARMY nurse to gain recognition in her parents' eyes - become a part of The Family Wall of Honor, made me have compassion and a deeper connection with Frankie. I, too, spent years hoping to show my parents my gifts academically when they often encouraged me into the "Mrs." degree that Frances' parents would have found more pleasing.
Every page in the book held a twist, turn, pain, joy, or honest challenge to provide an opportunity to truly remind us all to live out our precious lives as honestly and with a much integrity as we can muster.
Beautifully written, Kristin Hannah!
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At the heart of this novel is Frances "Frankie" McGrath, a character whose development from a sheltered, idealistic nursing student into a battle-hardened Army nurse symbolizes the tumultuous era she inhabits. Frankie’s journey is a revelation, a testament to the untold stories of women who dared to step into the fray of conflict, challenging the societal norms of their time. The transformation she undergoes, fueled by the stark realities of the Vietnam War, is written with such authenticity and emotional depth that you cannot help but feel intimately connected to her struggles, triumphs, and inevitable moments of despair.
“The Women” is not just Frankie’s story; it is an ode to the countless women who, like her, ventured into the heart of darkness, armed with little more than their courage and a steadfast commitment to healing. Hannah’s portrayal of war’s chaos, the bonds forged and broken in the crucible of conflict, and the arduous journey of reintegration into a society that seems to have moved on without them is both heart-wrenching and enlightening.
What sets this novel apart is Hannah’s ability to capture the essence of an era—the music, the mood, the whirlwind of social change—and distill it through the experiences of her characters. Frankie’s return home to a divided America, her struggle to reconcile the person she has become with the nation she thought she knew, is a powerful commentary on the cost of war and the resilience of the human spirit.
While “The Women” is undeniably a work of fiction, its roots in the real-life experiences of female veterans lend it a compelling authenticity. Hannah’s meticulous research and her compassionate storytelling ensure that the novel is not only a tribute to the women of Vietnam but to all women who have faced the horrors of war with unwavering bravery.
In giving “The Women” a four-star rating, I (a female US Army veteran myself) do so with the utmost respect for Kristin Hannah’s craftsmanship and her dedication to shedding light on the often-overlooked contributions of women in war. If there is any critique to be had, it lies in wanting more—the novel, at times, leaves the reader yearning for deeper explorations into the lives of its secondary characters, each of whom could easily be the protagonist of their own compelling tale.
Ultimately, “The Women” is a profound, moving novel that not only entertains but enlightens, reminding us of the enduring strength of the human spirit in the face of adversity. It is a must-read for fans of historical fiction and for anyone seeking a deeper understanding of a pivotal moment in American history through the eyes of those who lived it.
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4 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Another great work of fiction, inspired by firsthand accounts of the women who served in Vietnam.
This was my 7th book by this author and I read it in two sittings.
My favourites to date are “The Nightingale” and “The Four Winds”.
Although this book was melodramatic and the main character a bit unlikeable (and spoiled), I really enjoyed it.
The storytelling was terrific and heartfelt, especially when it came to PTSD.
The development of the story made this a compelling read, although some parts were a bit repetitive, but I wished that there were other voices (different perspectives or POV).
The writing was really good, as expected.
The conclusion was a bit chaotic (and rushed), but believable. Love can be so complicated for some.
My ratings were based on its entertaining level.
I may revisit this review later on, but for now this is all I have to say.
By the way, I simultaneously listened to the audiobook. Julia Whelan is a terrific narrator.
Hardcover (St Mark Press): 480 pages (2 parts, 35 chapters)
ebook (Kobo): 426 pages (default), 142k words
audiobook narrated by Julia Whelan: 15 hours (normal speed)
(and yes, I have all 3 formats)
PS. Don’t miss the author’s notes at the end of the book. This book was conceived in 1997, but the author felt she was too young and inexperienced at the time. It took her years to revisit her concept.
Further readings recommended by the author:
“Healing Wounds”, by Diane Carlson Evans & Bob Welch
“American Daughter Gone to War”, by Winnie Smith & William Morrow
“Home Before Morning”, by Lynda Van Devanter
“Women in Vietnam: the oral history”, by Ron Steinman
“A Piece of My Heart”, by Keith Walker
“After the Hero’s Welcome”, by Dorothy H. McDaniel
“The League of Wives”, by Heath Hardage Lee
“In Love and War”, by Jim and Sybil Stockdale
“The Turning: A History of Vietnam Veterans Against the War “, by Andrew E. Hunt