A review by laheath
The Women by Kristin Hannah

emotional inspiring reflective fast-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? Yes

5.0

Absolutely fantastic! Excellent character development and obviously well-researched. Looking at the forgotten women who served as nurses in Vietnam, the story covers many aspects: friendships and bonds formed during war, mass casualties on both sides including civilians, effects of napalm including long-term, death of loved ones, addiction, POW's, returning home, protests, PTSD, and veteran suicide. It's all very emotional, but the reader is immediately drawn into the story and invested in the characters. 
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