75 pages 2 hours read

Kristin Hannah

The Nightingale

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2015

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Reviews & Readership

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Review Roundup

Kristin Hannah's The Nightingale is celebrated for its emotional depth and compelling portrayal of two sisters navigating World War II. Readers praise its vivid storytelling and well-researched historical context. Some critique the pacing and predictability, but overall, it’s hailed as a poignant, immersive read that vividly brings history to life.

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Who Should Read The Nightingale?

A reader who enjoys The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah likely appreciates historical fiction centered on strong female protagonists. Fans of The Book Thief by Markus Zusak and All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr, with their intertwining personal narratives set against the backdrop of WWII, will find this emotionally rich story compelling.

Recommended

Reading Age

18+years

Lexile Level

HL740L

Book Details

Themes
Relationships: Teams
Genre
Historical Fiction
French Literature
Romance
Period
WWII / World War II
Topics
Military / War
History: World