Kristin Hannah Books in Order

After the death of Kate Ryan, her best friend Tully Hart struggles to fulfill a promise to care for Kate's children. Tully, a once-successful talk show host, faces a career collapse and begins to experience panic attacks. Meanwhile, Kate's teenage daughter Marah withdraws from her family, becoming involved with a troubled young man who leads her into a dangerous lifestyle. Tully's estranged mother, Dorothy, returns to confront her past and try to support Tully in her time of need. The setting shifts between the vibrant yet chaotic world of television and the somber atmosphere of grief within the Ryan household, highlighting the challenges each character faces as they navigate their intertwined lives.

Emmaline Hatter, a once-wealthy Wall Street financier, embarks on a quest with crippled professor Larence Digby to find the lost Native American city of Cibola in the harsh New Mexico desert. After losing her fortune in the 1893 economic crash, she sees this expedition as her last chance for financial recovery. As they traverse the unforgiving landscape, they face physical challenges such as extreme heat and dwindling supplies while navigating treacherous terrain. Emmaline struggles with her reliance on Larence, who is determined to prove his worth despite his disability. The duo encounters hostile wildlife and must find shelter from sudden storms, testing their resolve and resourcefulness. Their journey is fraught with danger as they confront not only the elements but also their own personal demons along the way.

Tess Gregory, a deaf research scientist, is struck by a bus and wakes up in 1873 as Amarylis Rafferty, a woman married to Jack, a Civil War veteran. In her new life, she finds herself in a rough pioneer setting on San Juan Island, struggling to adapt to the harsh realities of frontier living while caring for her three children. Jack is haunted by his wartime experiences and suffers from PTSD, making him volatile and distant. Tess faces the challenge of winning over her fearful children, who are wary of her because of Amarylis's bitter past. As she navigates the complexities of her new family dynamics, she also confronts Jack's dark moments stemming from his trauma. The couple's relationship is tested as Tess tries to bring warmth and stability to their home amidst Jack's internal battles.

In the 1890s, on a secluded apple farm in Washington State, Mariah Throckmorton struggles to maintain her quiet life while hiding from her troubled past. When Mad Dog Stone, a carefree drifter, arrives seeking work, he disrupts her routine and challenges her resolve. As they work together during the harvest season, they face the looming threat of Mariah's father's declining health and the emotional scars of her previous abusive relationship. Mad Dog's presence stirs feelings in Mariah that she has long suppressed, leading to conflicts over their growing attraction. Meanwhile, they must navigate the complexities of their lives, including Mad Dog's restless nature and Mariah's fear of change, as winter approaches. The tension between their desires and responsibilities creates a backdrop of uncertainty and potential heartbreak.

Alaina Costanza, a romance writer, is struck by lightning during a storm and finds herself transported to 1896 Arizona, the setting of her latest novel. Confused and disoriented, she is kidnapped by Killian, a ruthless outlaw she created, who is in the midst of robbing a bank. As Alaina navigates this unfamiliar world, she struggles to convince Killian that she is not insane and that they are bound by her own narrative. Meanwhile, she faces the challenge of escaping from his gang while trying to find a way back to her daughter in the future. The town is filled with danger as Killian's plans begin to unravel, putting both their lives at risk. Alaina must confront the reality that her fictional world has become dangerously real and that she must fight for her freedom and her child's future.

Selena awakens in a secluded mansion on the rugged Maine coast, suffering from amnesia after a suicide attempt. She is taken in by Dr. Ian Carrick, a reclusive physician who has retreated from society due to his psychic abilities, which allow him to feel others' pain. As Selena begins to regain her strength, she forms a bond with Ian, who is intrigued by her immunity to his powers. They navigate the challenges of their unusual circumstances while dealing with the eccentric residents of the mansion. However, their fragile peace is disrupted when a mysterious figure from Ian's past threatens to expose secrets that could unravel their newfound connection.

In Seattle, Madelaine Hillyard, a renowned cardiothoracic surgeon, navigates her demanding career while struggling to connect with her rebellious 16-year-old daughter, Lina. Lina seeks to learn about her estranged father, Angel DeMarco, who abandoned them for fame and fortune. Meanwhile, Angel, now a famous actor, faces a life-threatening heart condition and is admitted to the hospital where Madelaine works. As Madelaine prepares for Angel's surgery, she confronts the reality of their past and the complications of their intertwined lives. Francis DeMarco, Angel's brother and a priest, supports Madelaine and Lina while grappling with his own feelings for her. The tension escalates as secrets about family and identity emerge amidst the backdrop of hospital drama and personal conflict.

Annie Colwater returns to her childhood home in Mystic Lake after her husband Blake reveals he wants a divorce, having fallen in love with a younger woman. She moves in with her father, Hank, and struggles with feelings of displacement as she adjusts to life in the small logging town. Upon learning of the death of her childhood friend Kathy, Annie seeks out Nick, Kathy's widowed husband and the town's policeman. Nick's six-year-old daughter, Izzy, is deeply affected by her mother's passing and has stopped speaking. Annie offers to help care for Izzy, engaging her with arts and crafts while trying to draw her out of her shell. As Annie spends time with Nick and Izzy, she faces the challenge of rekindling her own identity amidst the emotional turmoil surrounding them.

Mikaela Campbell, known as Mica, suffers a severe head injury during a horse riding accident in the picturesque town of Last Bend, Washington, and falls into a coma. Her husband, Dr. Liam Campbell, remains by her side, recounting their life together and hoping for her recovery. While searching for a prom dress for their daughter, he discovers Mica's past marriage to the famous actor Julian True, which stirs deep emotions. Realizing that Mica responds to Julian's name, Liam decides to contact him in desperation to help awaken her. Julian arrives in Last Bend, complicating the family dynamics as Mica awakens but only remembers her life with Julian. This leads to tension as Liam must confront the reality of Mica's lost memories and the potential loss of his family.

Nora Bridge, a successful talk show host in Seattle, faces public humiliation when racy photos from her past resurface, leading to a car accident that leaves her temporarily wheelchair-bound. Her estranged daughter Ruby, a struggling comedian, is reluctantly drawn back to their family summer home on Summer Island to care for her mother. As Ruby navigates the tension-filled atmosphere, she grapples with her resentment while uncovering the complexities of Nora's life. The setting is marked by the island's rugged beauty and memories of their shared past. Ruby encounters old friends and the challenges of confronting her mother's choices, including the absence of love and support in their family. The two women must confront their shared history amid the island's tranquil yet haunting backdrop.

Elizabeth Shore, feeling lost in her marriage to Jackson, faces a turning point when he accepts a new job that requires them to relocate. As their daughters leave for college, Elizabeth grapples with her own unfulfilled dreams and the emotional distance growing between them. After the death of her father, she retreats to their beach house in Oregon, where she begins packing away his belongings and confronts the reality of her life. While Jackson thrives in his new role in New York City, Elizabeth struggles with loneliness and questions her identity outside of being a wife and mother. She decides to join a support group for women like herself and starts painting again, seeking a way to reclaim her passion. This journey leads her to confront the challenges of her marriage and the choices she must make about her future.

Meghann, a successful divorce attorney, struggles with her career-driven lifestyle and emotional isolation as she prepares to attend her younger sister Claire's wedding. Claire, excited about marrying Bobby, a country singer, faces pressure from Meghann, who insists on a prenuptial agreement due to her concerns about Claire's impulsive romance. The sisters confront their unresolved issues during wedding preparations, leading to heated arguments that reveal their deep-seated resentments. As tensions rise, Claire's health takes a sudden turn when she experiences severe headaches, prompting a visit to the doctor. This unexpected medical crisis forces both sisters to confront their past and consider the possibility of reconciliation amidst their chaotic lives.

In a small Pacific Northwest town, Angie DeSaria returns home after her marriage ends, seeking solace in her family's struggling restaurant. She hires Lauren Ribido, a determined high school senior facing the chaos of her alcoholic mother and financial instability. As Lauren navigates her responsibilities and dreams of college, she unexpectedly becomes pregnant after a fleeting relationship. Angie's nurturing nature draws them closer, but she must confront her own longing for motherhood while supporting Lauren through her crisis. Together, they face the challenges of their tumultuous lives, including societal judgment and personal fears, as they forge an unbreakable bond amidst their struggles.

Joy Candellaro, a high school librarian in Bakersfield, California, impulsively buys a ticket to Canada after confronting her pregnant sister Stacey, who is marrying Joy's ex-husband. During the flight, the plane crashes in the dense rainforest of the Pacific Northwest, and Joy crawls out of the wreckage, bloodied and disoriented. Instead of seeking help, she wanders into the woods and discovers the Comfort Fishing Lodge, where she meets six-year-old Bobby O'Shea, who is grieving his mother. Joy helps Bobby set up a Christmas tree while bonding with his father Daniel, who is struggling to cope with their loss. As they prepare for Christmas together, Joy faces the challenge of reconciling her past while navigating her growing feelings for Daniel and her commitment to return home.

Dr. Julia Cates, a once-renowned child psychiatrist, returns to her small hometown in Rain Valley after a scandal derails her career. In the dense Olympic National Forest, a six-year-old girl named Alice emerges, appearing wild and mute, having survived alone in the wilderness. Julia's estranged sister, Ellie, the local police chief, takes Alice into protective custody and calls Julia for help. As Julia begins to work with Alice, she faces challenges from state authorities who want to institutionalize the girl until her identity is confirmed. The town's media frenzy complicates Julia's efforts as she tries to unlock Alice's traumatic past while battling her own doubts about her abilities. Together, they navigate the obstacles of legal scrutiny and community skepticism as they seek to understand Alice's mysterious origins.

In a small town, the Grey sisters—Winona, Aurora, and Vivi Ann—navigate their complex family dynamics after their mother’s death. Vivi Ann falls in love with Dallas, a man with a troubled past, despite her family's disapproval. Tensions rise when a local woman is murdered, and Dallas becomes the prime suspect due to circumstantial evidence linking him to the crime. Winona, a successful lawyer, struggles with her feelings of jealousy towards Vivi Ann and her childhood friend Luke, who returns to town and becomes enamored with Vivi Ann. As Dallas awaits trial, the sisters confront their father's rigid expectations and the growing rift between them. The sisters face the challenge of supporting each other amid accusations that threaten to tear their family apart.

In the apple orchard of Belye Nochi, Meredith and Nina Whitson return home after their father's heart attack. Their mother, Anya, exhibits strange behavior, leading Meredith to suspect dementia while Nina tries to fulfill their father's dying wish for Anya to tell her fairy tale completely. As Anya begins to recount her story, she reveals memories of her youth in war-torn Leningrad, facing food shortages and the threat of violence. The sisters struggle with their mother's coldness, and Meredith juggles managing the orchard while caring for Anya, who resists sharing her past. Tensions rise as Nina confronts Anya about her emotional distance, hoping to bridge the gap between them. The setting shifts between the present-day orchard and flashbacks to Leningrad's hardships, highlighting the challenges of family connection amidst trauma.

In a small town in Western Washington, Lexi Baill moves in with her aunt after a troubled childhood. She quickly becomes best friends with Mia Farraday, a shy girl overshadowed by her outgoing twin brother Zach. As their senior year unfolds, Lexi and Zach secretly fall in love, navigating the complexities of their relationship while keeping it hidden from Mia. One fateful night after a graduation party, Lexi decides to drive home despite being intoxicated, leading to a tragic car accident where Mia dies. This event shatters their lives and forces each character to confront the consequences of their choices.

Jolene Zarkades, a Black Hawk pilot in the Army National Guard, prepares for her deployment to Iraq while struggling with her crumbling marriage to Michael and the challenges of raising their two daughters, Betsy and Lulu. After Michael forgets her birthday due to his grief over his father's death, tensions rise when he admits he no longer loves her. Shortly after, Jolene receives her deployment orders, forcing her to balance her military duty with family responsibilities. As she trains for her mission, Michael faces the daunting task of single-parenting their daughters while managing his law practice. The couple's conflict escalates as Michael resents Jolene's commitment to the military, complicating their family dynamics further. Meanwhile, Jolene tries to maintain a facade of normalcy in her letters home, concealing the realities of her impending deployment and the dangers that await her in Iraq.

In August 1939, Vianne Mauriac lives in Carriveau, France, with her husband Antoine and daughter Sophie as war looms. When German soldiers occupy their town, Vianne must navigate the dangers of Nazi rule while trying to protect her family. Her sister Isabelle, a rebellious teenager, joins the French Resistance and begins helping downed Allied pilots escape through the Pyrenees. During one of her missions, Isabelle brings a wounded American pilot to Vianne's barn for refuge. Tensions rise when Beck, a Nazi officer billeted with Vianne, searches for the pilot. In a struggle to protect her sister and the pilot, Vianne strikes Beck with a shovel, resulting in his death.

In 1974, the Allbright family moves to Kaneq, Alaska, seeking a fresh start. As winter approaches, Ernt's mental health declines, leading to violent outbursts that threaten Cora and Leni's safety. After a hunting trip, Leni kills her first hare under Ernt's insistence to eat its heart, showcasing his harsh parenting style. The family faces severe food shortages and isolation as Ernt becomes increasingly paranoid and belligerent. Following an incident where Ernt physically abuses Cora, Leni and her mother decide they must escape their volatile home. They attempt to seek help from neighbors but are met with Ernt's wrath, forcing them to hide in the wilderness to avoid further violence.

In 1921, Elsa Wolcott, a young woman in Texas, sneaks out to meet Rafe Martinelli, an Italian immigrant, and becomes pregnant, leading to her disownment by her parents. After marrying Rafe, she works hard on the Martinelli farm, but the relentless drought and dust storms devastate their land. When Rafe abandons the family, Elsa packs her children, Loreda and Anthony, into their car and sets off for California in search of a better life. They face numerous challenges during their journey, including severe dust storms that threaten their health and safety. Upon arriving in California, they find themselves in a harsh migrant camp where they struggle to survive amidst exploitation and poverty. Elsa must navigate the dangers of this new environment while trying to provide for her children and protect them from the realities of their situation.

Angie DeSaria returns to her coastal hometown in the Pacific Northwest after her marriage collapses from years of trying to conceive. She takes a job at her family's struggling Italian restaurant, where she hires high school senior Lauren Ribido, who dreams of escaping her troubled home life. As they work together, Lauren's mother unexpectedly abandons her, prompting Angie to offer Lauren a place to stay. The two women navigate the challenges of running the restaurant while dealing with their personal crises, including Angie's longing for motherhood and Lauren's need for a maternal figure. Their lives intertwine as they face the realities of their situations, including financial struggles and familial obligations. Together, they confront the obstacles posed by their pasts and the uncertainty of their futures.

Frankie McGrath enlists as a nurse in the Vietnam War after her brother Finley is killed in action. She arrives in Vietnam, where she struggles with inadequate supplies and quickly falls ill from contaminated water. Settling into her hooch with fellow nurses Ethel and Barb, she faces an air raid on her first night and meets Dr. Jamie Callahan. As she begins to work in surgery, Frankie navigates the chaos of constant bombings and operates under challenging conditions, often without electricity. She attends a party in Saigon, where she dances with Rye Walsh, Finley's best friend, only to learn he is engaged, complicating her emotions further. Amidst the turmoil, Frankie must confront the realities of war while forming deep bonds with her fellow nurses and grappling with the dangers surrounding them.