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Genre : Historical ,Books ,Fiction & Literature ,Family

Can a woman ever really know herself if she doesn't know her mother?

From the author of the smash-hit bestseller Firefly Lane and True Colors comes Kristin Hannah's powerful, heartbreaking novel that illuminates the intricate mother-daughter bond and explores the enduring links between the present and the past

Meredith and Nina Whitson are as different as sisters can be. One stayed at home to raise her children and manage the family apple orchard; the other followed a dream and traveled the world to become a famous photojournalist. But when their beloved father falls ill, Meredith and Nina find themselves together again, standing alongside their cold, disapproving mother, Anya, who even now, offers no comfort to her daughters. As children, the only connection between them was the Russian fairy tale Anya sometimes told the girls at night. On his deathbed, their father extracts a promise from the women in his life: the fairy tale will be told one last time—and all the way to the end. Thus begins an unexpected journey into the truth of Anya's life in war-torn Leningrad, more than five decades ago. Alternating between the past and present, Meredith and Nina will finally hear the singular, harrowing story of their mother's life, and what they learn is a secret so terrible and terrifying that it will shake the very foundation of their family and change who they believe they are.

Review:

Nanaelaine

Heartbreaking

One of the most riveting books I’ve read in a long long time! Heart wrenchingly sad yet a beautiful love story as well.

Lace54

Keep Going! The Fairy Tale that emerges into Truth is mesmerizing!

I thought the book got off to a slow start....but I kept going, and am so glad I did! I learned a lot about this period of Russian history that was heartbreaking. The story here is heartbreaking, but at the same time resolved in a beautiful way!

Mrosborne

Overwhelming strength...

I’m speechless with tears rolling down my cheeks. This is the story of a women with such great strength fueled by the love of her family. It’s an amazing human story given the real life events of the horrific time.

YayaNetski

Mothers daughters

Interesting mother child interaction on many levels. Interesting Russian history involved.

Lysch60

Worth reading

A Heartbreaking but wonderful story.

TriciaE81

Lovely story

I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book and I absolutely recommend it.

Buckingb

Great book must read

I like the historical aspect of the story, creating a believable family tragedy

Lvnmybyz

Excellent read

Love reading about the people during the war times.

Llg58

Wonderful

Very surprised at the negative reviews. It took me a bit to get into it but I ended up loving it

patientb

Couldn’t finish. Too boring.

200 pages in and it’s a drawn out saga of two boring sisters. I thought it was a book of World War Two but maybe it takes a very long time to get here.

hyfdthnjiu

Just awful

Terrible writing and insufferable , one dimensional characters

1AnnieB

Appropriate

Depressing a repetitive. I keep waiting for something new to happen.

Magicalpink

Wth?

I fell in love with this author after reading The Nightingale! Her writing is amazing! I felt for every character! This one is a much different story. The characters are not relatable. The fairy tales are just unemotional. Hard to make a connection to any event in the book. Book totally falls flat to the writer’s potential. I do suggest her books “The Great Alone,” and “Firefly Lane.”

dom picc

Great Read

I enjoyed the book

Artymusician

Winter Garden

This is one of the best books I’ve ever read! I often think of the characters and the unimaginable hardships of WW2 ! This author has written a beautiful book I will never forget!

Jessiep813

Just stick to the fairytale

I loved the historical fiction in this book and the fairytale had me hooked. However the story of the mom and her daughters fell completely flat and was a total waste to me.

Bjwk2

The winter garden

The most beautiful book I have ever read. Could not put it down. The story and the way the author writes will leave you spellbound.

MrsZDP

Could. Not. Put. It. Down.

I just love Kristin Hannah, her writing and story telling is so beautiful. Just when you think you have it figured out she takes your heart for another turn. Winter Garden was an amazing story of love, bravery, dreams and perseverance, I couldn’t put it down. I finished it moments ago at my sons basketball practice and was crying in the lobby. I will forever hold these characters in my heart, I’m going to miss them.

fpp221

Loads of typos

Spell check would be a worthwhile investment for this publisher. At least a dozen typos that I found. Great book otherwise.

Hcreviews

Could not put this book down!

I have read almost all of Kristin Hannah’s books and it’s so hard to pick a favorite. Each book is better than the last! I really loved this book and would highly recommend it!

btugfdfg

Great

I thoroughly enjoyed this book. Very heartfelt and inspiring read.

ClaireH 1028

Winter Garden

Absolutely beautiful! Loved this book so much! Great read just sorry it's over!

molly molls

Winter Garden

After reading The Nightingale, I was hungry for more stories about strong women. I got this in Winter Garden, I read the whole book in 2 days and couldn’t put it down. My only complaint is that the last chapter seems a little too much like a perfect ending. Still gets 5 stars from me though. I will be reading more from Kristin Hannah.

Slbry

Loved it

Loved this book! I couldn't put it down!

Feelingooood

Winter Garden

One of the best books I've read. Could not put it down.

Dstiles59

Winter Garden

This is a great book. Such an interesting plots with lots of surprises! Kristin Hannah has a great way of weaving the story together. Spell binding!

jabw68

Winter Garden

So boring I couldn't finish it. Nothing was happening.

BPF72

Loved it!

As the mom to a young daughter who enjoys history, I really enjoyed this book. Like others have said, the story makes you go through so many emotions and I kept trying to think of what I'd do in Vera's shoes. I felt that the beginning dragged a little and I didn't really care too much for Meredith and Nina's characters, but I quickly fell in love with Vera and her story. Definitely recommend!

Sun35571

Love/heartache

Amazing read...cried & heartache at the choices that had to be made. Then to realize that people actually lived this life.

Cheifstuff

So Moving!

Couldn't put it down. So awesome.

LT1113

Awesome book!

I couldn't put this one down! Kristin Hannah never disappoints!

Jane Powell

WinterGarden

Loved this book. Once I started to read it I did not want to put it down. One of the best I have read in a while.

Carol Sabatino

Winter Garden

Great book.

Author of Grace's Magic

Winter Garden

Excellent!

Auburn Golfer Gal

Winter Garden

First Kristin Hannah book and definitely not my last! I couldn't put this book down! I read the entire thing in one day!

Bbzzssmm

Beautifully written

This writer has a gift. The character's emotions in this book literally leap off the pages in to your heart. Definitely a tear jerker that takes you on an emotional ride! If you are looking for a light read this isn't it. If you are looking for a book to get lost in for hours at a time... This is it.

JewelKee

Beautifully written and haunting

I was so sad that this story had to end. Loved the characters. I listened to it on audio and was completely blown away by the narrators accents. I felt like I was a part of the story. Kristen Hannah is such an incredible writer.

Kimbly44

Amazing story

Heartbreaking story! Starts out a little slow. However, once it sped up I could not put it down and what an AMAZING twist at the end. I love how Hannah seamlessly wove Russian history into the novel. A must read!

BANDITNCADE

Love It!

This is my favorite book by Kristin Hannah!

Alnettia Johnson

Winter Garden

I loved this book. You fall in love with each character and can vision each of them as you read. Bravo!

Hdg12

Love

Loved it!!

Peachypitbull

Easy Can't put down book.

I read Firefly Lane by others reviews, and I liked the book so I wanted to read another Kristin Hannah book. I chose this one, even though the description didn't really stand out. I could not put this book down. It truly is a page turner that keeps you wanting to know more and what is going to happen. The ending is beautiful and I recommend this anyone who wants a good book. Like another reader, I have a strained relationship with my mother, and my father used to say the same thing to me when he was dying. It outs into perspective that you may be hurting just as much as the personal next to you and never know why. but this book, you will not be disappointed.

JC Tennessee

Winter Gardens

I loved this book. It's premise and characters are unique. The fact that it imparts so much historical information along with the personal stories intertwined with it is very captivating.

SeaGirl56

Winter Garden by Kristen Hannah

This is my favorite novel by Kristen Hannah. I have Russian roots and enjoyed learning more historical facts about Russia. Excellent storyline! Kristin writes in a way that draws you into the story and evokes incredible emotions. Great ending!

RCade1204

A must read

Winter Garden is a book that lingers in your soul once you've read it. An amazing tale of love and survival. Simply one of the best books I have read in quite some time.

Ctredbaby

Absorbing

If you are a daughter who has had a rather strained relationship with your mother and don't understand why she is the way she is, read this book. It won't excuse her, but you will realize that everyone has a past they can't reconcile or explain...some things are better left unsaid. In this story, however, the author graciously allows us entrance into this mothers horrific past and the whole family comes away with love, acceptance and more importantly, forgiveness. A wonderful read, completely absorbing and while some parts are exceptionally hard to get through, you can't put it down without examining yourself through it all. Insightful!

All Nighter <3

A story to read

I loved this book from the moment I started reading it. I couldn't stop reading I even took it to parties. This book is hearbreaking, warm, and captivating. It showcases how the events that happen throughout your life will shape you as a person. The end was a little bittersweet but more sweet than bitter.

PhilKateGraham

Makes you take a look at yourself

This book will make you look at your own trials and understand how insignificant they truly are.

Read this book

Reads like a true story

Starts off slow but once you are further into the "reading"you will find it very hard to put down this great tale ... Can't wait to read another book by this author. Night Road was my other favorite of hers.

FrenchySab

Just wonderful!

This story is amazing and transport the reader in this past and present, and complicate parents/children relation. Also, loved the writing style of Kristin Hannah!! Look forward to read another novel. Thanks for the voyage. Sabrina

Download Winter Garden By Kristin Hannah Pdf Ebook

Genre : Historical ,Books ,Fiction & Literature ,Family

Can a woman ever really know herself if she doesn't know her mother?

From the author of the smash-hit bestseller Firefly Lane and True Colors comes Kristin Hannah's powerful, heartbreaking novel that illuminates the intricate mother-daughter bond and explores the enduring links between the present and the past

Meredith and Nina Whitson are as different as sisters can be. One stayed at home to raise her children and manage the family apple orchard; the other followed a dream and traveled the world to become a famous photojournalist. But when their beloved father falls ill, Meredith and Nina find themselves together again, standing alongside their cold, disapproving mother, Anya, who even now, offers no comfort to her daughters. As children, the only connection between them was the Russian fairy tale Anya sometimes told the girls at night. On his deathbed, their father extracts a promise from the women in his life: the fairy tale will be told one last time—and all the way to the end. Thus begins an unexpected journey into the truth of Anya's life in war-torn Leningrad, more than five decades ago. Alternating between the past and present, Meredith and Nina will finally hear the singular, harrowing story of their mother's life, and what they learn is a secret so terrible and terrifying that it will shake the very foundation of their family and change who they believe they are.

Review:

Nanaelaine

Heartbreaking

One of the most riveting books I’ve read in a long long time! Heart wrenchingly sad yet a beautiful love story as well.

Lace54

Keep Going! The Fairy Tale that emerges into Truth is mesmerizing!

I thought the book got off to a slow start....but I kept going, and am so glad I did! I learned a lot about this period of Russian history that was heartbreaking. The story here is heartbreaking, but at the same time resolved in a beautiful way!

Mrosborne

Overwhelming strength...

I’m speechless with tears rolling down my cheeks. This is the story of a women with such great strength fueled by the love of her family. It’s an amazing human story given the real life events of the horrific time.

YayaNetski

Mothers daughters

Interesting mother child interaction on many levels. Interesting Russian history involved.

Lysch60

Worth reading

A Heartbreaking but wonderful story.

TriciaE81

Lovely story

I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book and I absolutely recommend it.

Buckingb

Great book must read

I like the historical aspect of the story, creating a believable family tragedy

Lvnmybyz

Excellent read

Love reading about the people during the war times.

Llg58

Wonderful

Very surprised at the negative reviews. It took me a bit to get into it but I ended up loving it

patientb

Couldn’t finish. Too boring.

200 pages in and it’s a drawn out saga of two boring sisters. I thought it was a book of World War Two but maybe it takes a very long time to get here.

hyfdthnjiu

Just awful

Terrible writing and insufferable , one dimensional characters

1AnnieB

Appropriate

Depressing a repetitive. I keep waiting for something new to happen.

Magicalpink

Wth?

I fell in love with this author after reading The Nightingale! Her writing is amazing! I felt for every character! This one is a much different story. The characters are not relatable. The fairy tales are just unemotional. Hard to make a connection to any event in the book. Book totally falls flat to the writer’s potential. I do suggest her books “The Great Alone,” and “Firefly Lane.”

dom picc

Great Read

I enjoyed the book

Artymusician

Winter Garden

This is one of the best books I’ve ever read! I often think of the characters and the unimaginable hardships of WW2 ! This author has written a beautiful book I will never forget!

Jessiep813

Just stick to the fairytale

I loved the historical fiction in this book and the fairytale had me hooked. However the story of the mom and her daughters fell completely flat and was a total waste to me.

Bjwk2

The winter garden

The most beautiful book I have ever read. Could not put it down. The story and the way the author writes will leave you spellbound.

MrsZDP

Could. Not. Put. It. Down.

I just love Kristin Hannah, her writing and story telling is so beautiful. Just when you think you have it figured out she takes your heart for another turn. Winter Garden was an amazing story of love, bravery, dreams and perseverance, I couldn’t put it down. I finished it moments ago at my sons basketball practice and was crying in the lobby. I will forever hold these characters in my heart, I’m going to miss them.

fpp221

Loads of typos

Spell check would be a worthwhile investment for this publisher. At least a dozen typos that I found. Great book otherwise.

Hcreviews

Could not put this book down!

I have read almost all of Kristin Hannah’s books and it’s so hard to pick a favorite. Each book is better than the last! I really loved this book and would highly recommend it!

btugfdfg

Great

I thoroughly enjoyed this book. Very heartfelt and inspiring read.

ClaireH 1028

Winter Garden

Absolutely beautiful! Loved this book so much! Great read just sorry it's over!

molly molls

Winter Garden

After reading The Nightingale, I was hungry for more stories about strong women. I got this in Winter Garden, I read the whole book in 2 days and couldn’t put it down. My only complaint is that the last chapter seems a little too much like a perfect ending. Still gets 5 stars from me though. I will be reading more from Kristin Hannah.

Slbry

Loved it

Loved this book! I couldn't put it down!

Feelingooood

Winter Garden

One of the best books I've read. Could not put it down.

Dstiles59

Winter Garden

This is a great book. Such an interesting plots with lots of surprises! Kristin Hannah has a great way of weaving the story together. Spell binding!

jabw68

Winter Garden

So boring I couldn't finish it. Nothing was happening.

BPF72

Loved it!

As the mom to a young daughter who enjoys history, I really enjoyed this book. Like others have said, the story makes you go through so many emotions and I kept trying to think of what I'd do in Vera's shoes. I felt that the beginning dragged a little and I didn't really care too much for Meredith and Nina's characters, but I quickly fell in love with Vera and her story. Definitely recommend!

Sun35571

Love/heartache

Amazing read...cried & heartache at the choices that had to be made. Then to realize that people actually lived this life.

Cheifstuff

So Moving!

Couldn't put it down. So awesome.

LT1113

Awesome book!

I couldn't put this one down! Kristin Hannah never disappoints!

Jane Powell

WinterGarden

Loved this book. Once I started to read it I did not want to put it down. One of the best I have read in a while.

Carol Sabatino

Winter Garden

Great book.

Author of Grace's Magic

Winter Garden

Excellent!

Auburn Golfer Gal

Winter Garden

First Kristin Hannah book and definitely not my last! I couldn't put this book down! I read the entire thing in one day!

Bbzzssmm

Beautifully written

This writer has a gift. The character's emotions in this book literally leap off the pages in to your heart. Definitely a tear jerker that takes you on an emotional ride! If you are looking for a light read this isn't it. If you are looking for a book to get lost in for hours at a time... This is it.

JewelKee

Beautifully written and haunting

I was so sad that this story had to end. Loved the characters. I listened to it on audio and was completely blown away by the narrators accents. I felt like I was a part of the story. Kristen Hannah is such an incredible writer.

Kimbly44

Amazing story

Heartbreaking story! Starts out a little slow. However, once it sped up I could not put it down and what an AMAZING twist at the end. I love how Hannah seamlessly wove Russian history into the novel. A must read!

BANDITNCADE

Love It!

This is my favorite book by Kristin Hannah!

Alnettia Johnson

Winter Garden

I loved this book. You fall in love with each character and can vision each of them as you read. Bravo!

Hdg12

Love

Loved it!!

Peachypitbull

Easy Can't put down book.

I read Firefly Lane by others reviews, and I liked the book so I wanted to read another Kristin Hannah book. I chose this one, even though the description didn't really stand out. I could not put this book down. It truly is a page turner that keeps you wanting to know more and what is going to happen. The ending is beautiful and I recommend this anyone who wants a good book. Like another reader, I have a strained relationship with my mother, and my father used to say the same thing to me when he was dying. It outs into perspective that you may be hurting just as much as the personal next to you and never know why. but this book, you will not be disappointed.

JC Tennessee

Winter Gardens

I loved this book. It's premise and characters are unique. The fact that it imparts so much historical information along with the personal stories intertwined with it is very captivating.

SeaGirl56

Winter Garden by Kristen Hannah

This is my favorite novel by Kristen Hannah. I have Russian roots and enjoyed learning more historical facts about Russia. Excellent storyline! Kristin writes in a way that draws you into the story and evokes incredible emotions. Great ending!

RCade1204

A must read

Winter Garden is a book that lingers in your soul once you've read it. An amazing tale of love and survival. Simply one of the best books I have read in quite some time.

Ctredbaby

Absorbing

If you are a daughter who has had a rather strained relationship with your mother and don't understand why she is the way she is, read this book. It won't excuse her, but you will realize that everyone has a past they can't reconcile or explain...some things are better left unsaid. In this story, however, the author graciously allows us entrance into this mothers horrific past and the whole family comes away with love, acceptance and more importantly, forgiveness. A wonderful read, completely absorbing and while some parts are exceptionally hard to get through, you can't put it down without examining yourself through it all. Insightful!

All Nighter <3

A story to read

I loved this book from the moment I started reading it. I couldn't stop reading I even took it to parties. This book is hearbreaking, warm, and captivating. It showcases how the events that happen throughout your life will shape you as a person. The end was a little bittersweet but more sweet than bitter.

PhilKateGraham

Makes you take a look at yourself

This book will make you look at your own trials and understand how insignificant they truly are.

Read this book

Reads like a true story

Starts off slow but once you are further into the "reading"you will find it very hard to put down this great tale ... Can't wait to read another book by this author. Night Road was my other favorite of hers.

FrenchySab

Just wonderful!

This story is amazing and transport the reader in this past and present, and complicate parents/children relation. Also, loved the writing style of Kristin Hannah!! Look forward to read another novel. Thanks for the voyage. Sabrina

Download Winter Garden By Kristin Hannah Pdf Ebook

Genre : Historical ,Books ,Fiction & Literature ,Family

Can a woman ever really know herself if she doesn't know her mother?

From the author of the smash-hit bestseller Firefly Lane and True Colors comes Kristin Hannah's powerful, heartbreaking novel that illuminates the intricate mother-daughter bond and explores the enduring links between the present and the past

Meredith and Nina Whitson are as different as sisters can be. One stayed at home to raise her children and manage the family apple orchard; the other followed a dream and traveled the world to become a famous photojournalist. But when their beloved father falls ill, Meredith and Nina find themselves together again, standing alongside their cold, disapproving mother, Anya, who even now, offers no comfort to her daughters. As children, the only connection between them was the Russian fairy tale Anya sometimes told the girls at night. On his deathbed, their father extracts a promise from the women in his life: the fairy tale will be told one last time—and all the way to the end. Thus begins an unexpected journey into the truth of Anya's life in war-torn Leningrad, more than five decades ago. Alternating between the past and present, Meredith and Nina will finally hear the singular, harrowing story of their mother's life, and what they learn is a secret so terrible and terrifying that it will shake the very foundation of their family and change who they believe they are.

Review:

Nanaelaine

Heartbreaking

One of the most riveting books I’ve read in a long long time! Heart wrenchingly sad yet a beautiful love story as well.

Lace54

Keep Going! The Fairy Tale that emerges into Truth is mesmerizing!

I thought the book got off to a slow start....but I kept going, and am so glad I did! I learned a lot about this period of Russian history that was heartbreaking. The story here is heartbreaking, but at the same time resolved in a beautiful way!

Mrosborne

Overwhelming strength...

I’m speechless with tears rolling down my cheeks. This is the story of a women with such great strength fueled by the love of her family. It’s an amazing human story given the real life events of the horrific time.

YayaNetski

Mothers daughters

Interesting mother child interaction on many levels. Interesting Russian history involved.

Lysch60

Worth reading

A Heartbreaking but wonderful story.

TriciaE81

Lovely story

I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book and I absolutely recommend it.

Buckingb

Great book must read

I like the historical aspect of the story, creating a believable family tragedy

Lvnmybyz

Excellent read

Love reading about the people during the war times.

Llg58

Wonderful

Very surprised at the negative reviews. It took me a bit to get into it but I ended up loving it

patientb

Couldn’t finish. Too boring.

200 pages in and it’s a drawn out saga of two boring sisters. I thought it was a book of World War Two but maybe it takes a very long time to get here.

hyfdthnjiu

Just awful

Terrible writing and insufferable , one dimensional characters

1AnnieB

Appropriate

Depressing a repetitive. I keep waiting for something new to happen.

Magicalpink

Wth?

I fell in love with this author after reading The Nightingale! Her writing is amazing! I felt for every character! This one is a much different story. The characters are not relatable. The fairy tales are just unemotional. Hard to make a connection to any event in the book. Book totally falls flat to the writer’s potential. I do suggest her books “The Great Alone,” and “Firefly Lane.”

dom picc

Great Read

I enjoyed the book

Artymusician

Winter Garden

This is one of the best books I’ve ever read! I often think of the characters and the unimaginable hardships of WW2 ! This author has written a beautiful book I will never forget!

Jessiep813

Just stick to the fairytale

I loved the historical fiction in this book and the fairytale had me hooked. However the story of the mom and her daughters fell completely flat and was a total waste to me.

Bjwk2

The winter garden

The most beautiful book I have ever read. Could not put it down. The story and the way the author writes will leave you spellbound.

MrsZDP

Could. Not. Put. It. Down.

I just love Kristin Hannah, her writing and story telling is so beautiful. Just when you think you have it figured out she takes your heart for another turn. Winter Garden was an amazing story of love, bravery, dreams and perseverance, I couldn’t put it down. I finished it moments ago at my sons basketball practice and was crying in the lobby. I will forever hold these characters in my heart, I’m going to miss them.

fpp221

Loads of typos

Spell check would be a worthwhile investment for this publisher. At least a dozen typos that I found. Great book otherwise.

Hcreviews

Could not put this book down!

I have read almost all of Kristin Hannah’s books and it’s so hard to pick a favorite. Each book is better than the last! I really loved this book and would highly recommend it!

btugfdfg

Great

I thoroughly enjoyed this book. Very heartfelt and inspiring read.

ClaireH 1028

Winter Garden

Absolutely beautiful! Loved this book so much! Great read just sorry it's over!

molly molls

Winter Garden

After reading The Nightingale, I was hungry for more stories about strong women. I got this in Winter Garden, I read the whole book in 2 days and couldn’t put it down. My only complaint is that the last chapter seems a little too much like a perfect ending. Still gets 5 stars from me though. I will be reading more from Kristin Hannah.

Slbry

Loved it

Loved this book! I couldn't put it down!

Feelingooood

Winter Garden

One of the best books I've read. Could not put it down.

Dstiles59

Winter Garden

This is a great book. Such an interesting plots with lots of surprises! Kristin Hannah has a great way of weaving the story together. Spell binding!

jabw68

Winter Garden

So boring I couldn't finish it. Nothing was happening.

BPF72

Loved it!

As the mom to a young daughter who enjoys history, I really enjoyed this book. Like others have said, the story makes you go through so many emotions and I kept trying to think of what I'd do in Vera's shoes. I felt that the beginning dragged a little and I didn't really care too much for Meredith and Nina's characters, but I quickly fell in love with Vera and her story. Definitely recommend!

Sun35571

Love/heartache

Amazing read...cried & heartache at the choices that had to be made. Then to realize that people actually lived this life.

Cheifstuff

So Moving!

Couldn't put it down. So awesome.

LT1113

Awesome book!

I couldn't put this one down! Kristin Hannah never disappoints!

Jane Powell

WinterGarden

Loved this book. Once I started to read it I did not want to put it down. One of the best I have read in a while.

Carol Sabatino

Winter Garden

Great book.

Author of Grace's Magic

Winter Garden

Excellent!

Auburn Golfer Gal

Winter Garden

First Kristin Hannah book and definitely not my last! I couldn't put this book down! I read the entire thing in one day!

Bbzzssmm

Beautifully written

This writer has a gift. The character's emotions in this book literally leap off the pages in to your heart. Definitely a tear jerker that takes you on an emotional ride! If you are looking for a light read this isn't it. If you are looking for a book to get lost in for hours at a time... This is it.

JewelKee

Beautifully written and haunting

I was so sad that this story had to end. Loved the characters. I listened to it on audio and was completely blown away by the narrators accents. I felt like I was a part of the story. Kristen Hannah is such an incredible writer.

Kimbly44

Amazing story

Heartbreaking story! Starts out a little slow. However, once it sped up I could not put it down and what an AMAZING twist at the end. I love how Hannah seamlessly wove Russian history into the novel. A must read!

BANDITNCADE

Love It!

This is my favorite book by Kristin Hannah!

Alnettia Johnson

Winter Garden

I loved this book. You fall in love with each character and can vision each of them as you read. Bravo!

Hdg12

Love

Loved it!!

Peachypitbull

Easy Can't put down book.

I read Firefly Lane by others reviews, and I liked the book so I wanted to read another Kristin Hannah book. I chose this one, even though the description didn't really stand out. I could not put this book down. It truly is a page turner that keeps you wanting to know more and what is going to happen. The ending is beautiful and I recommend this anyone who wants a good book. Like another reader, I have a strained relationship with my mother, and my father used to say the same thing to me when he was dying. It outs into perspective that you may be hurting just as much as the personal next to you and never know why. but this book, you will not be disappointed.

JC Tennessee

Winter Gardens

I loved this book. It's premise and characters are unique. The fact that it imparts so much historical information along with the personal stories intertwined with it is very captivating.

SeaGirl56

Winter Garden by Kristen Hannah

This is my favorite novel by Kristen Hannah. I have Russian roots and enjoyed learning more historical facts about Russia. Excellent storyline! Kristin writes in a way that draws you into the story and evokes incredible emotions. Great ending!

RCade1204

A must read

Winter Garden is a book that lingers in your soul once you've read it. An amazing tale of love and survival. Simply one of the best books I have read in quite some time.

Ctredbaby

Absorbing

If you are a daughter who has had a rather strained relationship with your mother and don't understand why she is the way she is, read this book. It won't excuse her, but you will realize that everyone has a past they can't reconcile or explain...some things are better left unsaid. In this story, however, the author graciously allows us entrance into this mothers horrific past and the whole family comes away with love, acceptance and more importantly, forgiveness. A wonderful read, completely absorbing and while some parts are exceptionally hard to get through, you can't put it down without examining yourself through it all. Insightful!

All Nighter <3

A story to read

I loved this book from the moment I started reading it. I couldn't stop reading I even took it to parties. This book is hearbreaking, warm, and captivating. It showcases how the events that happen throughout your life will shape you as a person. The end was a little bittersweet but more sweet than bitter.

PhilKateGraham

Makes you take a look at yourself

This book will make you look at your own trials and understand how insignificant they truly are.

Read this book

Reads like a true story

Starts off slow but once you are further into the "reading"you will find it very hard to put down this great tale ... Can't wait to read another book by this author. Night Road was my other favorite of hers.

FrenchySab

Just wonderful!

This story is amazing and transport the reader in this past and present, and complicate parents/children relation. Also, loved the writing style of Kristin Hannah!! Look forward to read another novel. Thanks for the voyage. Sabrina

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Genre : Historical ,Books ,Fiction & Literature ,Family

Can a woman ever really know herself if she doesn't know her mother?

From the author of the smash-hit bestseller Firefly Lane and True Colors comes Kristin Hannah's powerful, heartbreaking novel that illuminates the intricate mother-daughter bond and explores the enduring links between the present and the past

Meredith and Nina Whitson are as different as sisters can be. One stayed at home to raise her children and manage the family apple orchard; the other followed a dream and traveled the world to become a famous photojournalist. But when their beloved father falls ill, Meredith and Nina find themselves together again, standing alongside their cold, disapproving mother, Anya, who even now, offers no comfort to her daughters. As children, the only connection between them was the Russian fairy tale Anya sometimes told the girls at night. On his deathbed, their father extracts a promise from the women in his life: the fairy tale will be told one last time—and all the way to the end. Thus begins an unexpected journey into the truth of Anya's life in war-torn Leningrad, more than five decades ago. Alternating between the past and present, Meredith and Nina will finally hear the singular, harrowing story of their mother's life, and what they learn is a secret so terrible and terrifying that it will shake the very foundation of their family and change who they believe they are.

Review:

Nanaelaine

Heartbreaking

One of the most riveting books I’ve read in a long long time! Heart wrenchingly sad yet a beautiful love story as well.

Lace54

Keep Going! The Fairy Tale that emerges into Truth is mesmerizing!

I thought the book got off to a slow start....but I kept going, and am so glad I did! I learned a lot about this period of Russian history that was heartbreaking. The story here is heartbreaking, but at the same time resolved in a beautiful way!

Mrosborne

Overwhelming strength...

I’m speechless with tears rolling down my cheeks. This is the story of a women with such great strength fueled by the love of her family. It’s an amazing human story given the real life events of the horrific time.

YayaNetski

Mothers daughters

Interesting mother child interaction on many levels. Interesting Russian history involved.

Lysch60

Worth reading

A Heartbreaking but wonderful story.

TriciaE81

Lovely story

I thoroughly enjoyed reading this book and I absolutely recommend it.

Buckingb

Great book must read

I like the historical aspect of the story, creating a believable family tragedy

Lvnmybyz

Excellent read

Love reading about the people during the war times.

Llg58

Wonderful

Very surprised at the negative reviews. It took me a bit to get into it but I ended up loving it

patientb

Couldn’t finish. Too boring.

200 pages in and it’s a drawn out saga of two boring sisters. I thought it was a book of World War Two but maybe it takes a very long time to get here.

hyfdthnjiu

Just awful

Terrible writing and insufferable , one dimensional characters

1AnnieB

Appropriate

Depressing a repetitive. I keep waiting for something new to happen.

Magicalpink

Wth?

I fell in love with this author after reading The Nightingale! Her writing is amazing! I felt for every character! This one is a much different story. The characters are not relatable. The fairy tales are just unemotional. Hard to make a connection to any event in the book. Book totally falls flat to the writer’s potential. I do suggest her books “The Great Alone,” and “Firefly Lane.”

dom picc

Great Read

I enjoyed the book

Artymusician

Winter Garden

This is one of the best books I’ve ever read! I often think of the characters and the unimaginable hardships of WW2 ! This author has written a beautiful book I will never forget!

Jessiep813

Just stick to the fairytale

I loved the historical fiction in this book and the fairytale had me hooked. However the story of the mom and her daughters fell completely flat and was a total waste to me.

Bjwk2

The winter garden

The most beautiful book I have ever read. Could not put it down. The story and the way the author writes will leave you spellbound.

MrsZDP

Could. Not. Put. It. Down.

I just love Kristin Hannah, her writing and story telling is so beautiful. Just when you think you have it figured out she takes your heart for another turn. Winter Garden was an amazing story of love, bravery, dreams and perseverance, I couldn’t put it down. I finished it moments ago at my sons basketball practice and was crying in the lobby. I will forever hold these characters in my heart, I’m going to miss them.

fpp221

Loads of typos

Spell check would be a worthwhile investment for this publisher. At least a dozen typos that I found. Great book otherwise.

Hcreviews

Could not put this book down!

I have read almost all of Kristin Hannah’s books and it’s so hard to pick a favorite. Each book is better than the last! I really loved this book and would highly recommend it!

btugfdfg

Great

I thoroughly enjoyed this book. Very heartfelt and inspiring read.

ClaireH 1028

Winter Garden

Absolutely beautiful! Loved this book so much! Great read just sorry it's over!

molly molls

Winter Garden

After reading The Nightingale, I was hungry for more stories about strong women. I got this in Winter Garden, I read the whole book in 2 days and couldn’t put it down. My only complaint is that the last chapter seems a little too much like a perfect ending. Still gets 5 stars from me though. I will be reading more from Kristin Hannah.

Slbry

Loved it

Loved this book! I couldn't put it down!

Feelingooood

Winter Garden

One of the best books I've read. Could not put it down.

Dstiles59

Winter Garden

This is a great book. Such an interesting plots with lots of surprises! Kristin Hannah has a great way of weaving the story together. Spell binding!

jabw68

Winter Garden

So boring I couldn't finish it. Nothing was happening.

BPF72

Loved it!

As the mom to a young daughter who enjoys history, I really enjoyed this book. Like others have said, the story makes you go through so many emotions and I kept trying to think of what I'd do in Vera's shoes. I felt that the beginning dragged a little and I didn't really care too much for Meredith and Nina's characters, but I quickly fell in love with Vera and her story. Definitely recommend!

Sun35571

Love/heartache

Amazing read...cried & heartache at the choices that had to be made. Then to realize that people actually lived this life.

Cheifstuff

So Moving!

Couldn't put it down. So awesome.

LT1113

Awesome book!

I couldn't put this one down! Kristin Hannah never disappoints!

Jane Powell

WinterGarden

Loved this book. Once I started to read it I did not want to put it down. One of the best I have read in a while.

Carol Sabatino

Winter Garden

Great book.

Author of Grace's Magic

Winter Garden

Excellent!

Auburn Golfer Gal

Winter Garden

First Kristin Hannah book and definitely not my last! I couldn't put this book down! I read the entire thing in one day!

Bbzzssmm

Beautifully written

This writer has a gift. The character's emotions in this book literally leap off the pages in to your heart. Definitely a tear jerker that takes you on an emotional ride! If you are looking for a light read this isn't it. If you are looking for a book to get lost in for hours at a time... This is it.

JewelKee

Beautifully written and haunting

I was so sad that this story had to end. Loved the characters. I listened to it on audio and was completely blown away by the narrators accents. I felt like I was a part of the story. Kristen Hannah is such an incredible writer.

Kimbly44

Amazing story

Heartbreaking story! Starts out a little slow. However, once it sped up I could not put it down and what an AMAZING twist at the end. I love how Hannah seamlessly wove Russian history into the novel. A must read!

BANDITNCADE

Love It!

This is my favorite book by Kristin Hannah!

Alnettia Johnson

Winter Garden

I loved this book. You fall in love with each character and can vision each of them as you read. Bravo!

Hdg12

Love

Loved it!!

Peachypitbull

Easy Can't put down book.

I read Firefly Lane by others reviews, and I liked the book so I wanted to read another Kristin Hannah book. I chose this one, even though the description didn't really stand out. I could not put this book down. It truly is a page turner that keeps you wanting to know more and what is going to happen. The ending is beautiful and I recommend this anyone who wants a good book. Like another reader, I have a strained relationship with my mother, and my father used to say the same thing to me when he was dying. It outs into perspective that you may be hurting just as much as the personal next to you and never know why. but this book, you will not be disappointed.

JC Tennessee

Winter Gardens

I loved this book. It's premise and characters are unique. The fact that it imparts so much historical information along with the personal stories intertwined with it is very captivating.

SeaGirl56

Winter Garden by Kristen Hannah

This is my favorite novel by Kristen Hannah. I have Russian roots and enjoyed learning more historical facts about Russia. Excellent storyline! Kristin writes in a way that draws you into the story and evokes incredible emotions. Great ending!

RCade1204

A must read

Winter Garden is a book that lingers in your soul once you've read it. An amazing tale of love and survival. Simply one of the best books I have read in quite some time.

Ctredbaby

Absorbing

If you are a daughter who has had a rather strained relationship with your mother and don't understand why she is the way she is, read this book. It won't excuse her, but you will realize that everyone has a past they can't reconcile or explain...some things are better left unsaid. In this story, however, the author graciously allows us entrance into this mothers horrific past and the whole family comes away with love, acceptance and more importantly, forgiveness. A wonderful read, completely absorbing and while some parts are exceptionally hard to get through, you can't put it down without examining yourself through it all. Insightful!

All Nighter <3

A story to read

I loved this book from the moment I started reading it. I couldn't stop reading I even took it to parties. This book is hearbreaking, warm, and captivating. It showcases how the events that happen throughout your life will shape you as a person. The end was a little bittersweet but more sweet than bitter.

PhilKateGraham

Makes you take a look at yourself

This book will make you look at your own trials and understand how insignificant they truly are.

Read this book

Reads like a true story

Starts off slow but once you are further into the "reading"you will find it very hard to put down this great tale ... Can't wait to read another book by this author. Night Road was my other favorite of hers.

FrenchySab

Just wonderful!

This story is amazing and transport the reader in this past and present, and complicate parents/children relation. Also, loved the writing style of Kristin Hannah!! Look forward to read another novel. Thanks for the voyage. Sabrina