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by Kristin Hannah
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Why you'll love it:
Another Kristin Hannah book — if you love their writing style, this is a natural next pick.
10 Best Books Like The Women
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The best books like The Women are:
- 1The Great Alone by Kristin Hannah4.5
- 2The Song of Achilles by Madeline Miller4.5
- 3The Underground Railroad by Colson Whitehead4.4
- 4The Storyteller by Jodi Picoult0
- 5The Four Winds by Kristin Hannah4.3
- 6The Book Thief by Markus Zusak4.6
- 7Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver4.5
- 8The Covenant of Water by Abraham Verghese4.4
- 9The Vanishing Half by Brit Bennett4.4
- 10The Story She Left Behind by Patti Callahan Henry4.4
When idealistic young nurse Frankie McGrath volunteers for Vietnam, she discovers the brutal realities of war and the even harsher reality of returning home to a country that doesn't want to acknowled
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This literary fiction shares a achingly beautiful tragedy tone that will resonate with The Women fans.
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Why you'll love it:
This literary fiction shares a harrowing yet dignified tone that will resonate with The Women fans.
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This literary fiction shares a devastating yet thoughtful tone that will resonate with The Women fans.
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Why you'll love it:
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Why you'll love it:
This literary fiction shares a haunting but beautiful tone that will resonate with The Women fans.
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Why you'll love it:
This literary fiction shares a gritty yet compassionate tone that will resonate with The Women fans.
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by Abraham Verghese
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Why you'll love it:
This literary fiction shares a melancholy yet luminous tone that will resonate with The Women fans.
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by Brit Bennett
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Why you'll love it:
This literary fiction shares a melancholy and contemplative tone that will resonate with The Women fans.
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by Patti Callahan Henry
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Why you'll love it:
This literary fiction shares a melancholy but redemptive tone that will resonate with The Women fans.
Quick Comparison: Books Like The Women
| Book | Author | Rating | Year | Pages | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Great Alone | Kristin Hannah | 4.5 | 2018 | 450 | Same author |
| The Song of Achilles | Madeline Miller | 4.5 | 2021 | 384 | Similar vibes |
| The Underground Railroad | Colson Whitehead | 4.4 | 2016 | 306 | Similar vibes |
| The Storyteller | Jodi Picoult | 0 | — | — | Similar vibes |
| The Four Winds | Kristin Hannah | 4.3 | 2021 | 464 | Same author |
| The Book Thief | Markus Zusak | 4.6 | 2014 | — | Similar vibes |
| Demon Copperhead | Barbara Kingsolver | 4.5 | 2022 | 560 | Similar vibes |
| The Covenant of Water | Abraham Verghese | 4.4 | 2023 | 715 | Similar vibes |
| The Vanishing Half | Brit Bennett | 4.4 | 2021 | 12 | Similar vibes |
| The Story She Left Behind | Patti Callahan Henry | 4.4 | 2025 | 352 | Similar vibes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What books are most similar to The Women?
The most similar books to The Women are The Great Alone, The Song of Achilles, The Underground Railroad.
What should I read after The Women?
After finishing The Women, readers most commonly pick up The Great Alone next. Alternatively, you might enjoy more books by Kristin Hannah, such as The Four Winds.
Who writes books like Kristin Hannah?
Authors similar to Kristin Hannah include Madeline Miller, Taylor Jenkins Reid, Brit Bennett, Patti Callahan Henry, Colson Whitehead.
What genre is The Women?
The Women is a Literary Fiction novel by Kristin Hannah, published in 2024. It features elements of Vietnam War, Nurse, Female Perspective.
How long is The Women?
The Women is 471 pages long.
Does The Women have romance/spice?
The Women has a spice level of 1/5. This book has light romantic elements.
About The Women
When idealistic young nurse Frankie McGrath volunteers for Vietnam, she discovers the brutal realities of war and the even harsher reality of returning home to a country that doesn't want to acknowledge women's service. Hannah illuminates the forgotten story of women who served in Vietnam, focusing on the nurses who saved lives while facing danger and trauma. A powerful tribute to the women veterans whose stories have been largely overlooked, this novel explores themes of service, sacrifice, and the long journey home from war while examining how society treats its veterans and the particular challenges faced by women who served in combat zones.