

A timely novel highlighting the worth and delicate nature of Nature itself.” –DELIA OWENS, AUTHOR OF WHERE THE CRAWDADS SING This mother’s soul, suffering the same drought as the land, attempts to cross deserts and beat starvation to save her children with a fierce inner strength called motherhood. “Through one woman’s survival during the harsh and haunting Dust Bowl, master storyteller, Kristin Hannah, reminds us that the human heart and our Earth are as tough, yet as fragile, as a change in the wind. Historical fiction readers will become immersed in this poignant story by Hannah ( The Nightingale The Great Alone) and will enjoy witnessing Elsa’s transformation from fragile, insecure girl to fearless, resilient woman.” – LIBRARY JOURNAL ( STARRED REVIEW) “Through Elsa’s eyes, readers travel through the Great Depression era and experience firsthand the difficulties faced in the Great Plains.

“For devoted Hannah fans in search of a good cry.” – KIRKUS “Fans of The Nightingale won’t be disappointed with the author’s newest work, and they’ll warn you-if you don’t know already-to keep the tissues handy.” – KMUW ( WICHITA LOCAL NPR) “Outstanding…(A) rich, rewarding read about family ties, perseverance, and women’s friendships and fortitude.” – BOOKLIST (STARRED REVIEW) “Hannah brings Dust Bowl migration to life in this riveting story of love, courage, and sacrifice…combines gritty realism with emotionally rich characters and lyrical prose that rings brightly and true from the first line.” – PUBLISHERS WEEKLY (STARRED REVIEW) “Epic and transporting, a stirring story of hardship and love…Majestic and absorbing.” – USA TODAY Most Anticipated Books of 2021 and Best Books of Winter - Frolic.The Most Anticipated Winter Books That Will Keep You Cozy All Season Long -Stylecaster.Great Books to Start Your New Year -Refinery29.Books Everyone Will Talk About in 2021-PopSugar.The 21 Best Books of 2021 for Working Moms - Working Mother.Most Anticipated Books of 2021 - Newsweek.Most Anticipated Historical Fiction Novels That Will Sweep You Away - Oprah Magazine.


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