Wild
Wild by Kristin Hannah, published by Pan Macmillan on June 10, 2021, is an International Edition that spans 466 pages. This novel explores the resilience of the human spirit through the story of Dr. Julia Cates, a child psychiatrist who returns to her hometown after a personal scandal. There, she encounters a six-year-old girl named Alice, who appears mysteriously in the Olympic National Forest. As Julia works to uncover Alice’s past and help her overcome profound fear and isolation, the narrative delves into themes of hope and new beginnings.
Readers will find a compelling exploration of family life and psychological challenges as Julia navigates her own struggles while trying to create a safe environment for Alice. The setting in a small-town context adds depth to the story, highlighting the complexities of human relationships and the journey toward healing. Wild presents a poignant look at the bonds formed in adversity and the transformative power of compassion.
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‘One of the greatest storytellers of our time’ – Delia Owens, author of Where the Crawdads Sing
From the multimillion copy number one bestselling author of The Women, The Nightingale and The Four Winds, Wild is a remarkable story about the resilience of the human spirit, the triumph of hope and the promise of new beginnings.
‘Don’t take peace for granted, he’d said to her often. It can shatter like glass’
In the rugged Pacific Northwest of the United States lies the Olympic National Forest – a vast expanse of impenetrable darkness and impossible beauty. From deep within this mysterious woodland, a six-year-old girl appears. Speechless and alone, she offers no clue as to her identity, no hint of her past.
Having retreated to her hometown after a scandal left her career in ruins, child psychiatrist Dr Julia Cates begins working with the extraordinary little girl. Naming her Alice, Julia is determined to free her from a prison of unimaginable fear and isolation, and discover the truth about Alice’s past. The shocking facts of Alice’s life test the limits of Julia’s faith and strength, even as she struggles to make a home for Alice – and find a new one for herself.
Praise for Kristin Hannah:
‘Utterly absorbing . . . A triumph’ – Taylor Jenkins Reid, bestselling author of Daisy Jones & The Six
‘Stuns with sacrifice. Uplifts with heroism’ – Bonnie Garmus, bestselling author of Lessons in Chemistry
‘Moving and unforgettable’ – Christy Lefteri, bestselling author of The Beekeeper of Aleppo
‘A classic storyteller’ – Matt Haig, bestselling author of The Midnight Library
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Here’s what readers love about Wild:
‘I was moved to tears and devoured this book in a day’
‘Couldn’t put it down’
‘Gritty and thought-provoking’
Published in the US as Magic Hour
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