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Just past the intriguing title of this novel, you find a charming tale narrated by four teenagers whose lives become entwined as they face unique challenges of living in Alaska in the 1970s. Ruth, Alyce, Dora, and Hank navigate friendship, love, loss, abuse, isolation, and dreams for a better future as they come to find that you don't have to be blood to be family. The prose flows beautifully through the pages, the descriptions of the landscape and the handling of cultural and background issues are utterly exquisite. A book to return to again and again, not only for the story but to marvel at its simple beauty.
Narrated by Jorjeana Marie, Erin Tripp, Karissa Vacker, and Robbie Daymond. This work is a love letter to life in Alaska and its people, good and bad. The author lived and worked there for many years. You get the sense of being suffocated in a small town yet being fully of the wilderness and wide open spaces. Bonus points for finding an actress who's an Alaska Native to read Dora's story.
At some point I stopped waiting for Mama to come back. It’s hard to hold on to a five-year-old dream, and even harder to remember people after ten years. But I never stopped believing there had to be ...- #2
Save:'The Great Alone' by Kristin Hannah is a gripping tale set in the harsh wilderness of Alaska during the 1970s. The story follows the Allbright family as they move to Alaska in an attempt to escape their past traumas. The father, Ernt, a Vietnam War POW, struggles with inner demons which lead to abusive behavior, impacting his wife, Cora, and teenage daughter, Leni. The novel delves into themes of love, survival, resilience, and the dark realities of domestic violence, all set against the backdrop of the unforgiving Alaskan landscape.
Kristin Hannah's writing style in 'The Great Alone' is praised for its vivid descriptions of Alaska, bringing the wilderness to life as a central character in the story. The narrative is emotionally intense, exploring complex relationships and deep-seated family dynamics. The book expertly weaves together themes of love, hardship, abuse, and the unbreakable bonds that tie families together, creating a compelling and thought-provoking read.
That spring, rain fell in great sweeping gusts that rattled the rooftops. Water found its way into the smallest cracks and undermined the sturdiest foundations. Chunks of land that had been steady for...
