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betsyf 's review for:
The Great Alone
by Kristin Hannah
adventurous
challenging
emotional
sad
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This was my fourth KH book and the first not focused on a war. I really enjoyed this. It was hard to read at times. The description of domestic abuse, injuries, and the gore of the Alaskan wild was a lot sometimes. But like all of KH’s books, this was heartfelt, challenging, and heartbreaking. I found myself frustrated with Cora and Leni at times (especially with Leni at the end) and I did feel that the book wrapped up too magically and cleanly for Leni but I suppose the ending couldn’t have felt as satisfying if it hadn’t ended the way it did. Overall, a book I’d recommend!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcoholism, Domestic abuse, Violence, Blood, Alcohol, Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Animal death, Cancer, Death, Emotional abuse, Gore, Gun violence, Panic attacks/disorders, Vomit, Grief, Car accident, Death of parent
Minor: Racism