Reading The Women felt like stepping back in time to the turbulent 1960s, a period I remember from my own junior high and high school years. I’ve always loved historical fiction, and this book really hit home. Kristin Hannah brought this era to life in a way that felt personal and real, focusing on a story I hadn’t seen told often enough: the experiences of women in the Vietnam War.
Frankie McGrath is such a memorable character. She starts as this young, idealistic nursing student and grows into someone who faces the brutal realities of war head-on. Her journey—from the chaos of Vietnam to the challenges of coming home to a divided America—is powerful and heartbreaking. It’s not just about her experiences as a nurse; it’s about how the war changed her, her friends, and even the country she came back to.
What I loved most was how the book highlighted the courage of these women, whose sacrifices have often been overlooked. It made me think about how much women have contributed throughout history, even in spaces where their service wasn’t fully acknowledged. Frankie’s story is fictional, but it shines a light on the real women who lived it.
This book is more than just a war story. It’s about friendship, resilience, and trying to find your place in a world that feels completely changed. Kristin Hannah did a fantastic job showing the emotional weight these nurses carried—not just during the war, but long after it was over.
If you’re into historical fiction that’s emotional, raw, and inspiring, I think you’d love this book. For me, it was both a tribute to the past and a reminder of the strength it takes to push forward, even when the odds are stacked against you.
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Thank God for girlfriends. In this crazy, chaotic, divided world that was run by men, you could count on the women.12,335 位 Kindle 读者已标注- Maybe happy now, happy for a moment, is all we really get. Happy forever seems a shitload to ask in a world on fire.11,216 位 Kindle 读者已标注
- I imagine it would feel wonderful to be good at something that mattered. That is something that too many of the women of my generation didn’t consider.8,884 位 Kindle 读者已标注
- The world changes for men, Frances. For women, it stays pretty much the same.7,534 位 Kindle 读者已标注
- This war has … stretched the generation gap so wide that it threatens to pull the country apart. —FRANK CHURCH480 位 Kindle 读者已标注
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I have to admit I don't know as much as I should about the Vietnam War, but it has always intrigued me.I wasn't a big fan of MASH, but I was probably too young at the time it came out to understand it.But China Beach, caught my attention when it came out shortly after I graduated from Collage when you think & feel you're invincible & ready to tackle the world like McMurphy from China Beach & Frankie from The Women. This novel reminded me of that drama.In The Women, Frankie showed that after being knocked down almost every time she seemed to move forward, she, along with her constant companions, Vietnam War Nurse Buddies, Barb & Ethel, strived to take on anything thrown at them no matter the obstacles. They devoted themselves to the patients, not just American soldiers but the Vietnamese people they encountered during the Vietnam War.Her personal struggles after her time in Vietnam became a greater challenge than what she endured during her time in Vietnam. With her faithful "war sisters," they unconditionally come to her aid as she learns to navigate life after Vietnam.It is a gripping story of not just the struggles but the adventures Frankie experienced, the highs, the lows, the joys, the laughter, the love, the sorrow, the hurts, disappointments and how she prevails. She learns to be proud of herself and her call to duty and to never forget, "They Were There"...Vietnam War Nurse Veterans - The Women
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Kristin Hannah is back, baby!!! In a world where The Nightingale is numero uno I am here to tell you The Women gives it a run for its money!
What an emotional rollercoaster ride! In true Hannah fashion, she rips your heart apart and mends it back together but with this one she did it to me several times. In a span of two pages, mine was pieced together just to be shattered again. But the ending. Oh my goodness. That ending. 🥺❤️
Historical fiction has always been a favorite of mine, but the last year or so I haven't really focused on it. I knew when I saw this book releasing I was going to read it and with the high praise I saw right off the bat even before its release, I had a feeling I, too, was going to love it. But I also was hesitant, because Historical Fiction hasn't been my go to lately. It can seem daunting to me at times. They are usually based on true stories and real people, so you know it is going to be an emotional ride. You just don't know if you are ready to embark on that journey or not. If you know what I am talking about or have felt similar, I am here to tell you, do not let that hold you back on reading this book! This book has the emotions of a romance novel, the edge of your seat tension like a thriller, and it is an absolutely must read for everyone! Please don't let this one pass you by. Even if historical fiction is not your normal go to genre, I promise this one is worth it!
Hannah's writing is something magical. You are immediately hooked and transported to this world she has created on page one. In our world of reading books, there are good writers, there are bad writers, and then there are phenomenal writers. And Kristin Hannah, my friends, is a phenomenal writer!! When you read her books, you are seeing the words play out inside your head so easily, you feel like you are watching a movie. She is cinematic and that is how I know this book is going to translate so well to screen. How can it not with the foundation she has provided them?? (Yes, Warner Bros. has picked this up for a film! 🙌)
So many HF novels focus on WWII. I love those books just as much as the next person, but it is so refreshing to get a different time period, especially from a queen like Hannah. I know nothing of the Vietnam War. I do remember seeing footage of how some people reacted and their opinions of the war, but not to the depths this book takes you on. Or how women were treated that were veterans in this war. That was eye-opening and heart wrenching, but sadly not surprising.
Yes, this felt personally for me. As a nurse and a former ICU nurse, I love when we get a protagonist that is also in my field. But this book gutted me and made it feel like Hannah personally dug deep into my soul and stirred up feelings I had buried down deep with this one. I was wrecked. Like sitting in a Mexican restaurant with people all around with tears streaming down my face wrecked while reading this book. I can't tell you the last time a book emotionally wrecked me like this one did. Now I am not saying everyone will have that visceral reaction. In fact most probably won't, but I am just telling you that is the response this book got from me. 😅 As usual, I went in blind not knowing what this book was about. I saw high praise and great feedback so I was excited, but like I said earlier I wasn't expecting this response from reading it.
If you'd like to know a short synopsis of the book, it centers around a combat nurse, Frankie, who as recently graduated from nursing school, and despite her parents' protests and disappointment she has joined the Army to assist as a combat nurse in the Vietnam War. You watch Frankie transform from a naive, young girl who is in way over her head into a straight rockstar and that is something I think everyone in our field can relate to despite all of us not being in a similar predicament she is in.
It is divided into two parts. Frankie's experience during the war and when she comes home. That was another unique take that I appreciated from the author. So many books stay in the combat part of war. Rarely have I read one where you go with the protagonist when they come back home and deal with the "After" part. There are some triggers, so if you want to know more about those feel free to reach out!
I've never read a book centered around the Vietnam War, so I am extremely grateful Hannah chose this time period to write this amazing novel. And if you haven't gathered it already, I highly recommend this book for everyone. You are simply doing yourself a disservice if you skip over it. Period.
**Also fun fact and as if i couldn't love this book anymore, my name made an appearance in the book. Granted it was spelled different (Celine), but it was still a pleasant surprise. ☺️
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