The Nightingale: A Novel by Kristin Hannah
Kristin Hannah’s ‘The Nightingale,’ a #1 New York Times bestseller and Reese’s Book Club pick, tells the compelling story of two sisters navigating survival, love, and freedom in German-occupied France during World War II. This acclaimed novel, praised for its powerful insight and celebration of the human spirit, is a sweeping portrayal of the women’s war, soon to be a major motion picture.
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“Kristin Hannah, the New York Times bestselling author, delivers The Nightingale, a powerful novel that swept readers into the heart of World War II and earned the title of a Reese’s Book Club Pick. This book, lauded as a Wall Street Journal Best Book of the Year and soon to grace the silver screen, captivates a generation with its poignant tale of love and resilience. Hannah vividly paints the epic backdrop of World War II, but she also shines a light on the often-overlooked experiences of women during this tumultuous time.
The Nightingale follows two sisters, Isabelle and Vianne, whom fate and war separate. Each sister navigates the treacherous landscape of German-occupied France, embarking on perilous journeys to secure survival, find love, and reclaim freedom. Hannah masterfully weaves their individual stories, illustrating the stark contrast between their personalities and circumstances. Isabelle, driven by youthful passion and a fierce desire to resist, actively confronts the enemy, while Vianne, older and more cautious, struggles to protect her family within the confines of her home.
Hannah doesn’t merely recount historical events; she illuminates the intimate struggles of women who dared to defy oppression. She showcases their courage, their grace, and their unwavering strength in the face of unimaginable adversity. The narrative celebrates the enduring resilience of the human spirit, particularly the remarkable fortitude of women who refused to surrender to despair. The Nightingale resonates deeply, offering a timeless story that speaks to the power of love, the enduring bonds of sisterhood, and the unyielding determination to survive.
Readers and critics alike have embraced The Nightingale. It won the Goodreads Best Historical Novel of the Year People’s Choice Favorite Fiction Winner, and became a #1 Indie Next Selection and a Buzzfeed and The Week Best Book of the Year. Christina Baker Kline, another New York Times bestselling author, calls it “Haunting, action-packed, and compelling,” while Dr. Miriam Klein Kassenoff, Director of the University of Miami Holocaust Teacher Institute, urges, “Absolutely riveting!…Read this book.” Hannah’s work compels readers to witness the strength and determination of those who lived through the war, and to remember the sacrifices they made.
Listening Length: 17 hours and 19 minutes
Author: Kristin Hannah
Narrator: Polly Stone
Whispersync for Voice: Ready
Audible.com Release Date: February 03, 2015
Publisher: Macmillan Audio
Program Type: Audiobook
Version: Unabridged
Language: English
ASIN: B00NY8OTR0
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