A review by kristenjiannotti
Magic Hour by Kristin Hannah

challenging dark emotional hopeful inspiring mysterious sad tense 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

All I can say is 'Wow.' Hannah is really becoming a favorite author of mine… may be already. When I shelved this book I was hoping for the same vibes as 'Nell' (the 1994 film with Jodi Foster), and I did get something similar, but also so much more. This is a raw story about love and trauma and wildness and the cruelty of the world. I was captivated. I loved the different perspectives we got, from psychiatrist and protagonist Julie, to her sister Ellie's to the local Doctor, and even Girl/Alice's perspective plus all of these intertwining relationships and connections and storylines. I just couldn't get enough. I laughed, I cried, I felt all of the emotion. This is a must read!!! I will be thinking about these characters for a long time to come. 
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