The Great Alone
The Great Alone by Kristin Hannah, published by Pan Macmillan on January 8, 2019, is a 440-page novel written in English. Set against the backdrop of the Alaskan wilderness, this story explores themes of love and loss through the eyes of thirteen-year-old Leni, who is navigating the complexities of her parents’ tumultuous relationship. As her family seeks a new beginning in Alaska, Leni’s journey of coming of age unfolds amidst the challenges posed by her parents’ volatile marriage.
Readers will find a narrative that delves into the resilience required to survive in a harsh environment, as Leni learns to confront her family’s struggles and her own desires. The book presents a vivid portrayal of family life and the strength of women, highlighting the bonds that can both uplift and challenge. With its historical context and focus on personal growth, The Great Alone offers an intimate look at the sacrifices made in pursuit of a better life.
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Set against the beauty of the Alaskan wilderness, The Great Alone is a daring, beautiful, stay-up-all-night story about love and loss, from the bestselling author of The Four Winds, Kristin Hannah.
The New York Times number one bestseller.
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.
Thirteen-year-old Leni is coming of age in a tumultuous time. Caught in the riptide of her parents’ passionate, stormy relationship, she dares to hope that Alaska will lead to a better future for her family, and a place to belong. Her mother, Cora, will do anything and go anywhere for the man she loves, even if it means following him into the unknown.
As Leni grows up in the shadow of her parents’ increasingly volatile marriage, she meets Matthew. And Matthew – thoughtful, kind, brave – makes her believe in the possibility of a better life . . .
With her trademark combination of elegant prose and deeply drawn characters, Kristin Hannah celebrates the remarkable and enduring strength of women.
‘A rich, compelling novel of love, sacrifice and survival, as epic as the Alaskan landscape it so vividly describes’ – Kate Morton, author of The House at Riverton
‘A masterclass’ – Karen Swan, author of The Spanish Promise.
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