Kristin Hannah's New Novel

Kristin Hannah's 'The Fire' releases May 4, 2027, following Merritt Locke, a devoted mother and wife who reunites with her estranged daughter after a scandal.

“I am so excited to have a book out in the world again”

Goodreads Recommendations

Five Goodreads-recommended books explore mother/daughter themes for readers waiting for Hannah's May 2027 release.

Winter Garden

Hannah's 2010 dual-timeline novel 'Winter Garden' follows Meredith and Nina Whitson sisters reunite after learning their father is dying.

“Once again, I find myself in awe of the power and beauty of Kristin Hannah’s words”

Tom Lake

Ann Patchett's 'Tom Lake' shows Lara and Joe's three daughters helping with harvest on their Michigan cherry farm.

“This book was exquisite. The writing was so lovely”

My Name Is Lucy Barton

Elizabeth Strout's 'My Name Is Lucy Barton' begins with Lucy in hospital after surgery, where her estranged mother arrives with small-town gossip.

“This is such a masterpiece. Everything is understated”

Like Mother Like Mother

Susan Rieger's 'Like Mother Like Mother' follows three generations of women with secrets, including Lila's mother taken to asylum in 1960.

“It’s a beautiful, multiple POV family drama full of rich, unforgiving, honest, flawed characters”

Handle with Care

Jodi Picoult's 'Handle with Care' follows Willow O’Keefe, a 5-year-old with osteogenesis imperfecta, and her parents' struggles.

“Oh my, what a story. I’m sure there are parts of this story that are true”

Goodreads User Reactions

Readers praise these books for emotional depth, mother-daughter relationships, and honest storytelling.

Kristin Hannah's Favorite Reads

Hannah recommends historical fiction books that captivate readers with powerful storytelling.

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