The Women: The Bestselling, Unforgettable Novel That Has Captured Millions of Hearts

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The Women: The Bestselling, Unforgettable Novel That Has Captured Millions of Hearts Hannah, Kristin Summary Women can be heroes. Women can be heroes. When twenty-year-old nursing student Frances “Frankie” McGrath hears these words, it is a revelation. Raised in the sun-drenched, idyllic world of Southern California and sheltered by her conservative parents, she has always prided herself on doing the right thing. But in 1965, the world is changing, and she suddenly dares to imagine a different future for herself. When her brother ships out to serve in Vietnam, she joins the Army Nurse Corps and follows his path.As green and inexperienced as the men sent to Vietnam to fight, Frankie is overwhelmed by the chaos and destruction of war. Each day is a gamble of life and death, hope and betrayal; friendships run deep and can be shattered in an instant. In war, she meets—and becomes one of—the lucky, the brave, the broken, and the lost.But war is just the beginning for Frankie and her veteran friends. The real battle lies in coming home to a changed and divided America, to angry protesters, and to a country that wants to forget Vietnam.The Women is the story of one woman gone to war, but it shines a light on all women who put themselves in harm’s way and whose sacrifice and commitment to their country has too often been forgotten. A novel about deep friendships and bold patriotism, The Women is a richly drawn story with a memorable heroine whose idealism and courage under fire will come to define an era. Perfect for fans of Contemporary Fiction, Literature & Fiction, Contemporary Fiction Books, Medical Fiction Books, Historical Military Fiction, War Story Fiction. Highlights Easy to enjoy: 480 pages · Hardcover By Hannah, Kristin Details ISBN: 9781035005673 Author: Hannah, Kristin Format: Hardcover Pages: 480 Language: English Publication date: 15 February 2024 Condition: New About the authors Hannah, Kristin and Kristin Hannah · Publisher: Macmillan More about this book Reviews The Women is the essential story of the women who answered the call of the Vietnam War and paid a price that was heartbreakingly unique. This is a novel of epic love, devastating loss, and the fierce, unyielding bond of female friendship. Show more