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A review by ezichinny
The Women by Kristin Hannah
adventurous
challenging
emotional
informative
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Kristin Hannah just doesn't miss. Paired with the narration of Julia Whelan, I knew I was in for a treat.
I believe this is my first time reading about The Vietnam war and the focus on the women who served our country was gripping. The way the veterans were maligned is well documented but never have I read (nor considered) the double whammy the women suffered in the aftermath of this tumultuous event. This book was well written, well narrated, poignant and at times, very intense.
I was invested in Frankie McGrath, her account of the Vietnam war effects on the nurses, doctors, and their families at home. She was a hero and so resilient, I was proud of her and my heart also hurt for her. This book opened my eyes, and it is definitely going to stay with me. The way this story was told kept me emotionally engaged the entire time. I will be encouraging everyone to read this book, as it was so enlightening to a forgotten female heroes.
<i>Special to Netgalley and Macmillan Audio for the advanced copy of the audiobook. My opinions are my own thoughts and feelings about the story.
I believe this is my first time reading about The Vietnam war and the focus on the women who served our country was gripping. The way the veterans were maligned is well documented but never have I read (nor considered) the double whammy the women suffered in the aftermath of this tumultuous event. This book was well written, well narrated, poignant and at times, very intense.
I was invested in Frankie McGrath, her account of the Vietnam war effects on the nurses, doctors, and their families at home. She was a hero and so resilient, I was proud of her and my heart also hurt for her. This book opened my eyes, and it is definitely going to stay with me. The way this story was told kept me emotionally engaged the entire time. I will be encouraging everyone to read this book, as it was so enlightening to a forgotten female heroes.
<i>Special to Netgalley and Macmillan Audio for the advanced copy of the audiobook. My opinions are my own thoughts and feelings about the story.