The plot twists had me shocked every time. I wish i could read it again just for the plot. I quite literally had to put down the book a few times and talk with someone about what i just read!

Based on separate suggestions from two trusted reader friends, I decided to venture outside my normal mystery/thriller genre and give Kristin Hannah’s The Nightingale a try. It was a wise decision. Although it is a long book (17.5 hours in audio, expertly read by Polly Stone), I finished it quickly because it was so interesting and so well written. Vianne Mauriac and Isabelle Rossignol are sisters, very different in both age and personality, trying to survive in war-torn Nazi occupied France. Politics, culture, religion, weather, family, friendships and the disruption of normal life all factor into a captivating story. Not a spoiler — Rossignol is French for Nightingale, which becomes significant in the long run.

It’s amazing

My only wish as that there was more in the book! A fascinating tale of death and grieving woven into a story of magicians and lords.

Amazing so far

Entertained me for 5 hrs.

Best book to read ever!!!

A delightful blend of sci fi, comedy and tense moments. A quick read because I needed to know what happened next.

You will discover the privilege and the joy of church membership.

A vivid account of the battle at Spot Sylvania Courthouse - one of the bloodiest fights of the Civil War.