The Nightingale: The Multi-Million Copy Bestseller from the author of The Women

Description: The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah Two sisters. One must be brave. One should be afraid. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description A REESE WITHERSPOON BOOKCLUB PICKSoon to be a major motion picture, The Nightingale is a multi-million copy bestseller across the world. It has become a phenomenon that has enthralled a generation of readers.Bravery, courage, fear and love in a time of war, from New York Times bestselling author Kristin Hannah."Wrenching, convincing . . . bittersweet" Publishers WeeklyDespite their differences, sisters Viann and Isabelle have always been close. Younger, bolder Isabelle lives in Paris while Viann is content with life in the French countryside with her husband Antoine and their daughter. But when the Second World War strikes, Antoine is sent off to fight and Viann finds herself isolated so Isabelle is sent by their father to help her.As the war progresses, the sisters relationship and strength is tested. With life changing in unbelievably horrific ways, Viann and Isabelle will find themselves facing frightening situations and responding in ways they never thought possible as bravery and resistance take different forms in each of their actions.Vivid and exquisite in its illumination of a time and place that was filled with atrocities, but also humanity and strength, Kristin Hannahs novel will provoke thought and discussion that will have readers talking long after they finish reading.PRAISE FOR THE NIGHTINGALE"Movingly written and plotted with the skill of Greek tragedy. Youll keep turning the pages until the last racking sob" Daily Mail"A gripping, emotional read" SHE magazine"Brilliant dialogue makes this a compulsive read" Books Monthly"I loved The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah, a talented writer of American stories; great characters, great plots, great emotions, who could ask for more in a novel?" Isabel Allende"Beautifully written . . . packed with action and emotion" Sara Gruen, bestselling author of Water for Elephants Notes From the New York Times bestselling author, comes a new edition of this beautiful tale - one of bravery, courage, fear and love in a time of war. Back Cover The Nightingale is a phenomenon that has enthralled a generation of readers. This story is about what its like to be a woman during the war when womens stories are all too often forgotten or overlooked . . . Vianne and Isabelle are two sisters who we follow through World War II in German-occupied France.With courage, grace and powerful insight, bestselling author Kristin Hannah captures the epic panorama of World War II and illuminates an intimate part of history seldom seen: the womens war. The Nightingale tells the story of two sisters, separated by years and experience, by ideals, passion and circumstance, each embarking on her own dangerous path towards survival, love and freedom in war-torn France. It is a heartbreakingly beautiful novel that celebrates the resilience of the human spirit and the durability of women.It is a novel for everyone, a novel for a lifetime.Movingly written and plotted with the heartless skill of a Greek tragedy, youll keep turning the pages until the last racking sob Daily Mail I loved The Nightingale . . . great characters, great plots, great emotions, who could ask for more in a novel?Isabel Allende, bestselling author of The House of the Spirits Beautifully written . . . packed with action and emotionSara Gruen, bestselling author of Water for Elephants Flap The Nightingale is a phenomenon that has enthralled a generation of readers. This story is about what its like to be a woman during the war when womens stories are all too often forgotten or overlooked . . . Vianne and Isabelle are two sisters who we follow through World War II in German-occupied France. With courage, grace and powerful insight, bestselling author Kristin Hannah captures the epic panorama of World War II and illuminates an intimate part of history seldom seen: the womens war. The Nightingale tells the story of two sisters, separated by years and experience, by ideals, passion and circumstance, each embarking on her own dangerous path towards survival, love and freedom in war-torn France. It is a heartbreakingly beautiful novel that celebrates the resilience of the human spirit and the durability of women. It is a novel for everyone, a novel for a lifetime. Movingly written and plotted with the heartless skill of a Greek tragedy, youll keep turning the pages until the last racking sob Daily Mail I loved The Nightingale . . . great characters, great plots, great emotions, who could ask for more in a novel? Isabel Allende, bestselling author of The House of the Spirits Beautifully written . . . packed with action and emotion Sara Gruen, bestselling author of Water for Elephants Author Biography Kristin Hannah is a New York Times bestselling author. She is a former lawyer turned writer and is the mother of one son. She and her husband live in the Pacific Northwest near Seattle, and Hawaii. Her first novel published in the UK, Night Road, was one of eight books selected for the UKs 2011 TV Book Club Summer Read. Review I loved The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah, a talented writer of American stories; great characters, great plots, great emotions, who could ask for more in a novel? -- Isabel Allende, bestselling author of The House of the SpiritsBeautifully written . . . packed with action and emotion. -- Sara Gruen, bestselling author of Water for ElephantsThe real horrors of war; the deprivations; the risks are all there... This is a hauntingly tragic yet sympathetic novel * The Cape Times *An unforgettable portrait of love and war. * People *The suspense builds slowly in this thought-provoking and absorbing novel. * Choice *The bestselling author hits her stride in this page-turning tale about two sisters, one in the French countryside, the other in Paris, who show remarkable courage in the German occupation during WWII . . . The author ably depicts wars horrors through the eyes of these two women, whose strength of character shines through no matter their differences. * Publishers Weekly *A respectful and absorbing page-turner. * Kirkus Reviews *Utterly compelling, powerful and unforgettable Kristin Hannah is an exquisite storyteller. The Nightingale is one of those rare must read books that will forever nestle in your heart . . . -- Christy Lefteri, bestselling author of The Beekeeper of Aleppo Promotional Two sisters. One must be brave. One should be afraid. Review Quote (previous edition) Movingly written and plotted with the skill of Greek tragedy. Youll keep turning the pages until the last racking sob Review Quote Unforgettable Promotional "Headline" Two sisters. One must be brave. One should be afraid. Details ISBN1509848622 Year 2017 ISBN-10 1509848622 ISBN-13 9781509848621 Format Paperback Publication Date 2017-10-05 Author Kristin Hannah Pages 464 Publisher Pan Macmillan Media Book Audience Age 18 Imprint Pan Books Place of Publication London Country of Publication United Kingdom Language English UK Release Date 2017-10-05 DEWEY FIC Audience General AU Release Date 2017-10-09 NZ Release Date 2017-10-09 Subtitle The Multi-Million Copy Bestseller from the author of The Women We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:116479281;

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