The Great Alone

"The Great Alone" delivers a gripping narrative that keeps readers up through the night, showcasing love and the extraordinary resilience of women. Authored by the multi-million copy bestselling writer of "The Women," this tale unfolds in 1974 amidst the wild and merciless landscape of Alaska. For young Leni Allbright, this remote corner of the world symbolizes a new beginning. Her father, a former prisoner of war, seeks to escape the past, while her mother, Cora, is willing to follow him to the ends of the earth. As winter takes hold and darkness envelops everything, the Allbright family finds themselves woefully unprepared for the challenges ahead. Danger is not just outside but also within the precarious safety of their cabin. With her parents' volatile marriage casting a shadow over their lives, Leni must make crucial decisions about survival. This new edition includes additional bonus content, such as discussions with Kristin Hannah and questions for book clubs.Kristin Hannah's work has received widespread praise: Kate Morton describes it as "a rich, compelling novel of love, sacrifice and survival, as epic as the Alaskan landscape it so vividly describes," while Taylor Jenkins Reid calls it "utterly absorbing" and a "triumph." Delia Owens recognizes Hannah as "a master storyteller," and Bonnie Garmus notes the novel's "stunning sacrifices" and "uplifting heroism." Readers are captivated by the story, finding it a journey that can make you laugh, cry, and experience the full spectrum of emotions, ultimately transforming the reader in profound ways.