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Kristin Hannah
ISBN 9781035030972
Rs. 958
Pan Macmillan
In The Great Alone
Who it's for: Readers of family dramas and historical fiction set in the wilderness
In 1970s Alaska, Leni's family moves to the remote wilderness after her Vietnam veteran father, Ernt, inherits land. As Ernt's mental health declines, the isolation exposes Leni and her mother, Cora, to his violent behavior. Leni navigates the harsh landscape while seeking connection amidst her family's struggle for survival, ultimately confronting the brutal realities of her environment and her family's fractured dynamics.Why You Should Read? Explores themes of survival, resilience, and family trauma in the Alaskan wilderness. Features richly developed characters facing extreme emotional and physical challenges. Provides insight into the impact of war trauma and the strength of the human spirit. A compelling blend of historical fiction, family drama, and adventure. About the AuthorKristin Hannah is an award-winning and bestselling author of more than 20 novels, including the #1 New York Times bestsellers The Nightingale and The Great Alone. With a career spanning decades, Hannah is renowned for her emotionally resonant storytelling, often exploring themes of love, loss, and resilience against historical backdrops. Her work has been published in over 40 languages.
Highlights
- Set in 1970s Alaska, focusing on wilderness survival
- Explores impact of war trauma on a Vietnam veteran father
- Centers on Leni, a young woman navigating family dysfunction
- New York Times bestseller in hardcover fiction
- Richly developed characters facing extreme emotional and physical challenges
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What is the setting of the book?
The book is set in 1970s Alaska, where the family moves to a remote wilderness area after inheriting land.
Who are the main characters?
The main characters are Leni, her mother Cora, and her father Ernt, a Vietnam veteran whose mental health declines.
What themes does the book explore?
It explores themes of survival, resilience, family trauma, and the impact of war trauma, as well as isolation and domestic violence.
Is this book a bestseller?
Yes, it was a New York Times bestseller in hardcover fiction.




