The Women by Kristin Hannah is a powerful, best-selling work of historical fiction that honours the untold stories of women who served in the Vietnam War. From the acclaimed author of The Nightingale and The Four Winds, this moving novel follows Frances “Frankie” McGrath, a sheltered twenty-year-old nursing student whose life takes a dramatic turn when she joins the Army Nurse Corps in 1965. What begins as an act of courage to follow her brother to Vietnam becomes a life-altering journey of trauma, resilience, and rediscovery.
Set against the brutal realities of war and a divided America, The Women vividly captures the friendships forged in battle, the heartbreak of loss, and the difficulty of returning home to a nation that turns its back on its veterans. As Frankie navigates both the battlefield and the long, painful aftermath of war, Kristin Hannah paints an unflinching portrait of the forgotten heroines of Vietnam and the personal cost of duty.
Winner of the 2024 Goodreads Choice Award for Historical Fiction, The Women is an unforgettable tribute to bravery, friendship, and the fierce spirit of women in history. Perfect for fans of character-driven wartime fiction and readers who appreciate deeply human stories of courage and survival.
