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A review by wait_whoissheagain
The Great Alone by Kristin Hannah
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
sad
tense
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
This book was a rollercoaster! Like one of those rollercoasters where you’re just moving along and then it suddenly hits with a sharp bend or drop! One second I was angry, then I was happy and in the next instant, I was sad! I still have tears drying on my face as I write this!
The characters in this story were complex and beautifully written. The exploration into Ernt’s struggles with PTSD and the effect that it had on his family was both heartbreaking and maddening. I was so angry with Cora for allowing Leni to stay in that toxic environment, and, even worse, for holding her responsible for her father’s actions. This book does an amazing job of portraying the complexities of an abusive relationship and making you feel all the conflicting emotions of the different people involved.
Despite the sometimes poor choices of her mother, Leni’s love for Cora shone through and was a beautiful aspect of the story. So too was the relationship between Leni and Matthew. All they wanted was a loving, safe home and I’m so glad they were able to find that within each other.
I’m so glad I read this, and it is definitely something I would recommend readers who love books about nature, familial bonds, love of all kinds and the struggle to survive in harsh environments
The characters in this story were complex and beautifully written. The exploration into Ernt’s struggles with PTSD and the effect that it had on his family was both heartbreaking and maddening. I was so angry with Cora for allowing Leni to stay in that toxic environment, and, even worse, for holding her responsible for her father’s actions. This book does an amazing job of portraying the complexities of an abusive relationship and making you feel all the conflicting emotions of the different people involved.
Despite the sometimes poor choices of her mother, Leni’s love for Cora shone through and was a beautiful aspect of the story. So too was the relationship between Leni and Matthew. All they wanted was a loving, safe home and I’m so glad they were able to find that within each other.
I’m so glad I read this, and it is definitely something I would recommend readers who love books about nature, familial bonds, love of all kinds and the struggle to survive in harsh environments
Content Warnings
Graphic: Domestic abuse, Violence, and Murder