Experience the unforgettable story of courage, sacrifice, and resilience in The Women, the #1 New York Times bestselling standalone historical fiction novel by Kristin Hannah, acclaimed author of The Nightingale, The Four Winds, The Great Alone, and Winter Garden. This powerful novel shines a long-overdue spotlight on the brave women who served during the Vietnam War and the challenges they faced both overseas and after returning home.

The Women is a standalone novel and is not part of a series.

Raised in the comfort of Southern California, Frances "Frankie" McGrath has always followed the path expected of her. But when her brother is deployed to Vietnam, one life-changing belief takes hold:

Women can be heroes.

Determined to make a difference, Frankie joins the Army Nurse Corps and finds herself in the heart of one of history's most devastating wars. Amid relentless danger, impossible choices, and heartbreaking loss, she forms lifelong friendships with fellow nurses and soldiers who forever change her understanding of courage, loyalty, and sacrifice.

Yet the greatest battle begins after she returns home.

Instead of gratitude, Frankie is met by a divided nation that refuses to acknowledge the service and sacrifices of women who served in Vietnam. As she struggles to rebuild her life, she must confront trauma, rediscover her purpose, and fight for the recognition she and countless others deserve.

Emotionally powerful and beautifully written, The Women is an unforgettable tribute to the women whose stories have too often gone untold.

The Women – A Bestselling Standalone Historical Fiction Novel

Perfect for fans of Kate Quinn, Anthony Doerr, Ruta Sepetys, Kristin Harmel, Martha Hall Kelly, and Amor Towles, this bestselling novel explores friendship, military service, resilience, women's history, historical drama, and the lasting impact of war.

Product Details

Title: The Women

Author: Kristin Hannah

Format: Hardcover

Series: Standalone Novel

Genre:

• Historical Fiction
• Women's Fiction
• Military Fiction
• Historical Drama
• Literary Fiction

Pages: 480

Dimensions: 1.6 x 9.4 x 6.5 inches

Publication Date: February 6, 2024

Illustrated: Yes

Accelerated Reader:

• Interest Level: Upper Grades (9–12)
• Reading Level: 5.2
• AR Points: 20

Features:

• #1 New York Times Bestseller
• Standalone novel
• Vietnam War historical fiction
• Women's historical fiction
• Military nurse protagonist
• Emotional family saga
• Award-winning author
• Book club favorite
• Powerful coming-of-age story
• Historical drama

Author Biography

Kristin Hannah is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of more than twenty novels, including The Women, The Nightingale, The Four Winds, The Great Alone, Winter Garden, Firefly Lane, and True Colors. A former attorney turned full-time writer, Hannah is celebrated for her emotionally rich historical fiction, unforgettable female protagonists, and deeply moving stories of courage, resilience, and hope. She lives with her husband in the Pacific Northwest.