The Women

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The Women – Three women across time share history, resilience, and survival.

The Women follows Frances “Frankie” McGrath, a privileged young woman from California who defies societal expectations by becoming an Army nurse during the Vietnam War. Raised in a conservative, patriotic family, Frankie’s decision shocks those around her—but she’s determined to serve and make a difference.

Once in Vietnam, she’s thrust into the brutal realities of war: chaos, suffering, camaraderie, and loss. She forms powerful bonds with fellow nurses and soldiers, all while confronting her own fear and grief. But the deepest challenges come after she returns home. In a society that wants to forget the war—and ignores the service of women—Frankie finds herself isolated, misunderstood, and haunted by what she endured.

Spanning decades, The Women is a powerful portrait of sacrifice, resilience, and the forgotten stories of female veterans. Kristin Hannah shines a spotlight on the emotional and societal costs of war, especially for women whose bravery was overlooked. It’s a moving, character-driven novel about finding your voice and fighting to be seen.