THE NIGHTINGALE BY KRISTIN HANNAH [BOOK REVIEW!!!]

[@vijayaryah9080]

Just finished reading.This book was the literal definition of perfection. The most beautiful novel I've ever read. No words to describe what I'm feeling right now. I feel like I've discovered something about life, everything else seems so distant and simple now.

[@JohnDonasco]

I lost it with the Ari scene screaming “Maman!” in the back of the car. And him at the end. 😭

[@Bookables]

oh gahhh that scene hits me

[@sarahpeytonreads]

I bawled

[@siwarzouaoui-kt9bt]

IT BROKE ME

[@phyllisfeng9794]

I just finished this book, and I feel WASHED OUT! Could barely finish the last three pages because of all the tears, had to text my friend and get some moral support 💔😂 I totally agree with all of your statements, especially its emotional power. Just wow.

[@Bookables]

right???

[@amandahawkins7214]

Oh my gosh, this was my favorite book of all time. This book made me want to read again after a book slump. I love the sister's relationship, I loved how beautifully the story was written, I loved that I was emotionally invested, I loved that I cried, I loved that I wanted to read it again, I loved the book hangover I LOVED EVERYTHING! Nothing has compared to this book, however. LOVE IT! 6 out of 5 stars - if that's possible.

[@Bookables]

loved this book as well!

[@andradebax]

I loved The Nightengale. It is one of my all time favourite books. I couldn't put it down and I just wanted time to stop so that I didn't have to go to work or bed and I could just read it. I finished reading it on my lunch hour and I wanted to announce it to everyone that I finished reading the best book in the world because it left such an impact one me. I remember thinking that I had to talk to someone about this book. I find that no one does a better job creating characters than Kristan Hannah. I recommend Summer Island, Between Sisters and my favourite The Things We Do For Love. They are all contemporaries that explore family relationships. If you want a historical, then read Winter Garden. It is set in Russia during WWII. Another amazing read. Lucky you, that you have so many Kristin Hannah books to read.

[@Bookables]

oh thanks for all the recs by her! I know she's written a ton! I want to read them all now!!

[@christir2964]

I felt exactly the same. My sister in-law had just finished it a few weeks before I started it, so when I finished the book we got to talk for hours on our favorite parts and how much we loved this book. The movie will be coming out Jan 25th 2019. I can not wait! I also loved her book The last alone. I thought The last alone was my favorite book of hers until I read The Nightingale. I can not hype this book enough.

[@chelleanne2235]

What would you recommend reading after this? I feel so upset that I’ve finished it because I loved it so much and that I won’t read anything nearly as lovely, beautiful and heart wrenching!

[@lois_bodie]

This is my favourite book, have read it three times now and it's the only book to make me cry! YES, definitely read The Great Alone, that is just as good! (Have read that twice now lol!) I also loved Night Road too, she is such a brilliant writer and storyteller!

[@rhondac.5696]

The Nightingale is hands down one of my all time favorite books. Kristin Hannah writes so beautifully and you feel so connected and invested in these sisters. I cried my way through this book. I will definitely pick up more books by this author.

[@Bookables]

Me to, me too!!!

[@anagabrielaq5869]

I cried like a baby only on the end and the shock omg I can’t

[@noahoates6950]

I’m buying this book from the bookstore tomorrow!! This video is making me want to buy the book and read it.

[@jasonkynaston8540]

I just read this book this week and it’s my absolute all time favorite.

[@betsycasey1966]

100 stars from me!! Such an impactful book! The characters were so beautifully written. I was sobbing at the end!! Great review. I’m a new subscriber!

[@quintondelmar8972]

The Black Swan by Karen Robards was also excellent, same time period and setting.

[@angiemc8593]

I finished this a week ago, and now, I'm struggle to start another book. As nothing is going to be as amazing as this book. Until you read this book you just can't imaging the impact it will have on you. A few times, while reading this book I had to put it down, as emotionally I needed a break. This book will break your heart, it will make you question what you would do it this situation. This quotes says it all, Don’t think about who they are. Think about who you are and what sacrifices you can live with and what will break you.” “You’re not alone, and you’re not the one in charge,” Mother said gently. “Ask for help when you need it, and give help when you can. I think that is how we serve God-and each other and ourselves-in times as dark as these.” This is definitely going to be an all time favourite.

[@Bookables]

Yes me as well! there was so many times I put it down to give myself an emotional break. Yes so many amazing qoutes and messages in this book!!

[@marceline2224]

I'm reading this book right now... It haven't made cry yet though, however I do believe it's a far better novel than Firefly Lane (that was the first novel I read from Kristin Hannah). At this point of the reading I'm really hating Vianne 🙄 and still don't know how I feel about Isabelle (but I think she has more courage than Vianne).

[@Bookables]

just wait the tears will come lol!

[@marceline2224]

@@Bookables I've just finished the book, and all I can say is OMG! 😭😭😭😭

[@misscrazylearner7220]

@@marceline2224I'm reading it now and it's getting really interesting 😍😃

[@marceline2224]

@@misscrazylearner7220 I know! I really enjoyed reading it 🥰

[@mummylovesbooks4503]

I loved this book, it was so brilliant the two different stories of Vianne and Isabelle and how they each in their own way impacted everyone around them. My daughter is studying World War II in school just now and they focus a lot on dates and political policies and factual things, I feel there needs to be a bit more of sharing stories like Vianne and Isabelle to help bring it to life for them. Only now I'm older and have read more novels about the stories of people who lived through it has it added that real perspective and emotion for me.

[@Bookables]

Yes so much raw and scary emotion for sure! this book cuts to the core of you!

[@JordanReads18]

Just finished this book and loved it as a mother myself it was so hard to read couldn’t imagine going through that with young kids or leaving them behind

[@clairemann4851]

I totally agree with everything you said! It’s amazing and heartbreaking!

[@kaylarose9793]

I absolutely love Kristin Hannah. I love the Nightingale because it was so beautiful and imaginative. I was so excited and got right when it came out. I absolutely loved the writing and the detail of the war as well the romantic relationships between the characters and the physical distance between the sisters didn’t impart on their emotional distance which was a story on its own. It was so inspirational.

[@Bookables]

yes exactly!!

[@Sophiek2221]

My friend recommended this book to me and she said it was INCREDIBLE. She was going to lend it to me, and I'm so so happy that you liked it because now I really want to pick it up! I love your reviews so much!

[@Bookables]

Yay! hope you love it!!!

[@amandaperez626]

I understand. I don't cry, because I have no heart, but I had goose bumps throughout the book. I think about this book daily.

[@Bookables]

No I dont cry alot either lol it's toally fine!!

[@pippaschroeder9660]

I relatively enjoyed this book and read it in like two days, however I have some problems mainly with the really cheesy preachy and infodumpy pros. And also the major insta love between Isabelle and Gaetan ( and he was built up to be mysterious and dangerous and nothing was really done with that and really wish there was ). And the emotions were written to be super over the top. And Vianne being raped felt like such a cheap way to make the Natzi dude evil

[@arkansasfamily6088]

I love her as an author but struggle to read historical fiction, especially dated that far back. Can’t really get into stories about war either. I may try it out though.

[@Bookables]

Please do! Im not the biggest fan of historical either but loved it!!!

[@alysamorley3570]

I NEED to read this. I'm sold. I tried to read Firefly Lane and couldn't get into it, but that was years ago. I need to give her another chance. One of my favorite books ever is All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr, which is partially set in WWII France, so I think I'd love this!

[@Bookables]

Yes please do!!! You will love it!!!

[@gingerk3077]

I read this a few months ago and I have no idea why I waited so long to read it. Historical fiction is one of my favorite genres and I've read 2 other Kristin Hannah books and loved them (Winter Garden and Firefly Lane). And yes, when I finally read it, I LOVED it - 5 stars - one of my all time favorites. Kristin Hannah writes amazing characters and family relationships. I've got several of her other books and I'm looking forward to reading them as well as The Great Alone. I know you're not a big fan of historical fiction so I'm really glad you enjoyed it. I got such a kick out of your review!

[@Bookables]

thanks so much for watching it!!!

[@pinkhimalayansaltlamp9122]

I chose this book for English class and Ive JUST finished it and I am so glad I read this book and now I need to finish my assignment:/

[@Bookables]

gah such a good book!

[@alliecollins9921]

This is what I am currently reading, I'm 60pgs in and while I like it, it just hasn't gripped me yet. I was almost tempted to put it aside, but I watch your channel a lot and I trust yor opinion. So I'm gonna keep at it! (also I am just coming out of a really bad slump, so this may have not been the best book for me to pick up just yet)

[@annbutnotanne]

Allie collins I started this book while I was falling into a reading slump (basically still in it) and I would suggest reading it at a time when you can really appreciate it because the writing was phenomenal and I could tell I should read it at a time when I could enjoy every minute I wanted to.

[@Bookables]

I agree! I do not think this is a good getting out of a slump book.

[@lennydellarocca4992]

One of the nest books I've ever read. And I've been reading books since the 1960s.

[@Bookables]

so so good!

[@yts12394]

Loved this book too! I highly recommend Beneath A Scarlet Sky by Mark Sullivan, another WWII book from a different perspective and based on a true story!

[@Bookables]

oh thanks for the rec!!

[@everydaylifewithkat]

Agree! I just finished Beneath A Scarlet Sky, and loved that book just as much The Nightingale.

[@advinjoy8032]

Should I read these book. Will these book really makes people cry. I mean I am a little hard. I won't cry fast nor become sad. So guys please recommend me, should I read it🤔

[@Bookables]

it's a sad book and def will make you cry

[@ana21cg]

I just read like two sentences from the back cover and I immediately jumped into the book. I read the almost 600 pages like in two seatings because I could not stop.

[@Bookables]

gah it's such an amazing book

[@susanzumback7711]

Winter garden by Kristin Hannah also...🙌🏻💕

[@Bookables]

I still need to read that one!

[@everydaylifewithkat]

Yes, girl!!! The Nightingale was one of my favorite books of 2017, and is in my list of favorite books of all-time. I just picked Kristin Hannah's latest book, The Great Alone, because I loved The Nightingale so much! Please read The Great Alone so I can have someone to chat with in case I love it just as much as The Nightingale.

[@Bookables]

I plan to read it soon! I just have to emotional prepare myself lol!!!

[@BookBabe88]

Because of your review of this book I ran out and got this book at Target can't wait to read it.your are one of my favorite booktubers.

[@Bookables]

Yay! Hope you enjoy iy!!

[@danisbookshelf3167]

So excited you finally read this! I know you've been wanting to get to it for a while. I haven't read it yet, but you're making me very excited to pick it up!

[@Bookables]

Please do! You wont regret it!!

[@carliegoddard4795]

You loved it! Yay!!! I'm going to read Night Road next, I'll let you know what I think when I'm done. Great review too! You are so good at reviewing books. Happy reading!

[@Bookables]

Let me know how it is for sure!!

[@margarets2924]

I have this book but have been avoiding reading it bc is the emotional aspect. I hear great things about most of her books. Her other books seem to be tear jerkers as well.

[@Bookables]

Ah but it's so good!!

[@judyjetson686]

So I just started this book and listening on audible. I realized I had drifted off and looked at a cliff note for chapter 1 to see if I had missed something. It tells me that the woman in the attic at the beginning is one of the 2 girls. Then it parenthesis it tell you which girl it is. Did this just ruin the book for me?

[@Bookables]

hmmm I dont think so

[@ctjewel281]

This is one of my all time favorite historical fictions along with "All The Light We Cannot See". I listened to the audio book and yup it was a total tear jerker! The movie adaptation is expected out in January 2019. Can't wait to see how it plays out on the big screen. Let's hope they don't ruin it!

[@Bookables]

oh Ive heard of that one as well!

[@susanzumback7711]

Just read this and can’t move on..it’s haunting

[@Bookables]

gah its a heartbreaker for sure

[@marissagaram848]

This was the most beautiful book I have ever read. My sister got me to read this. She felt she was Vianne and I was Isabelle. I was surprised how similar my sister and I were to these women. I deeply connected with Isabelles character being an activist myself. I cried so much, especially the end. I would also recommend this be read in schools.

[@Bookables]

gah this was such a beautiful read!

[@tessavery2151]

I need to read this book. It has been so hyped, and everyone adores it!

[@Bookables]

please do!!

[@kaykayw3]

I read this in February as well! I am a new mother and this story wrecked me. I've always liked WW2 historical fiction but this one topped alongside The Book Thief for me. I cried so much and I read it at WORK! It was rough. I was on lunch break when (SPOILER) Rachels Daughter died and I lost it with the line "She's afraid of the dark." Then the ending just ripped my heart out!

[@Bookables]

I still need to read the book thief!!!

[@angelbreeze82]

I just finished The Great Alone and for me it didn’t life up to The Nightingale but you should read it.

[@Bookables]

Im def planning to!

[@IvyluvsMusic15]

I seldom get impacted when finishing a book. I guess the way it ends deserves the credit that makes the whole story penetrates and develops within my soul a little longer than usual. Plus, all other page turners have never had that effect and boom! I couldn't put it down and finished it quickly. I usually jotted great lines are written beautifully and I failed to locate them as most of them are so magically written and relatable

[@Bookables]

im so glad you enjoyed it!

[@99choresandIaintdone1byLayZ]

I seen a TikTok and a girl crying on how she was told to read this book, and she said sign me up for therapy. Sounds like a good read!

[@marybethdwellsinbooks3844]

I've been waiting for you to read this! I'm so happy that you loved it as much as I did!

[@Bookables]

Yay!!! me as well!!

[@BernasBookishAdventures]

I was thinking about reading the book for a couple of months. I am definitely reading it after your and other booktubers' review.

[@Bookables]

Yes! I hope you love it!!

[@lindacastejon7794]

You are amazing describing the book. Thanks 🙂

[@HelenRiggiBrumfield]

I loved this book! I just read the Great Alone, cried like a baby! You have to read Firefly lane, and the follow up book to that one! She makes me cry!!! She's freaking amazing!!

[@Bookables]

ooh will do! I want to read all of her books now!

[@kimberlyrichardson3746]

I was debating this book and now, because of how passionate you are about it, I'm definitely going to read it!!! TYSVM Heather!!! As ALWAYS... I LOVE YOUR VIDEO!!! Love from Canada

[@Bookables]

Thanks so much for watching them!!!

[@alekwithlove]

Great review! I loved this book. I've also read Night Road and I really enjoyed it too. Kristin Hannah is a master storyteller.

[@Bookables]

Cant wait to read of her books!

[@jessiesshelf5597]

I just finished The Nightingale...I LOVED IT! And truly I think I possibly found my favourite book of 2018 and its only March lol.

[@Bookables]

I feel you there and agree!!!

[@crazee4books]

The Nightingale marked a change in Kristin Hannah's choice of topic. Previous books are contemporary, relationship driven and though good did not have the emotional impact of the Nightingale, at least not for me. It may well be the peak of her writing career. I plan to read her new book at some point but don't expect it to have the same strength or resonance. I think any book dealing with the second world war, if written well, will produce these types of feelings. Tatiana de Rosnay wrote a book called Sarah's Key and that takes place in Paris during the second world war. It is not a book you may want to read as a mother but it too tells a gut wrenching story that is sadly more real then fiction and heartbreaking to read. I too wonder how we would fare today if (god forbid) war happened and this time directly affected us here in North America. Could we survive such horror? And at what price?

[@Bookables]

Yes I agree. it's horrible to think about. so insanely scary.

[@wfitzpatrick75]

I'm so happy you read this. One of the best books ever! I have loved every Kristin Hannah book I've read. You should check out some of her other work.

[@Bookables]

I def plan too! Which would you recommend?

[@wfitzpatrick75]

Bookables Night Road, Firefly Lane and the sequel to it, Fly Away. You really can't go wrong with any of them.

[@heatherallen4964]

LOVED, LOVED, LOVED this book...and this review :D

[@Bookables]

Thanks so much for watching!!!

[@3kittyluvsbooks650]

So glad you enjoyed it! One of my all time favorite also. I read this when it first came out and I still remeber how I felt reading it. It's so impactful, so emotional! One of the few books I've given 5 star to....I don't give 5 stars out easily.😊 I would recommend Winter Garden or Firefly Lane next.

[@Bookables]

Oh thanks will check those out!!

[@lifewithjennilee]

I didn’t know what to expect from this book since I didn’t even read the summary. But I just finished and I’m a hot mess...it’s a beautiful story. I loved the strong French women fighting the WWII their own way. Totally ripped my heart out, too! 😭

[@Bookables]

SAME

[@taramhamad6392]

The book is amazing and the end made me so emotional I thought the old woman in the end was Isabelle with his son but then vianne talked about her sisters life on the stage and I was a crying mess when gaëton talked with vianne about her daughter Isabelle gosh this book is my favourite

[@Bookables]

gah this book!

[@altryve6795]

So looking forward to the movie coming out next year January!

[@Bookables]

ah is it really?

[@altryve6795]

@@Bookables yep! The emmy award winner for producing Breaking Bad in 2013-14 Michelle MacLaren is directing it

[@HotMessRn]

I just finished it. I loved it. I don't know what else to say.

[@Bookables]

no words!

[@girlandhergames9091]

I told you that you would love it!! I so happy to hear that you did!!

[@Bookables]

So glad I loved it as well!!

[@staceylovestoread170]

I need to get my but in gear and read this book!! I've heard nothing but positive reviews! ❤️

[@alisongeddes7512]

This book was amazing! Not often a book makes me cry! Definitely in my top 5 and my top read this year so far! X

[@Bookables]

Yes mine as well!!!

[@Kristy8026]

the nightingale was one of my most favorite books of all time. I have read a lot of Kristin Hannah's books. not all are as good as that one but they are all good, or at least all the ones I have read.....I read The Great Alone as soon as it came out....it was again good like 4 out of 5 stars for me, but I think it's only not as good as the nightingale so it was harder to rate it lol.....my other favorites by her are definitely Firefly lane and Fly away....you should definitely read those soon :)

[@Bookables]

oooh I def will thaks so much!!

[@sophie-dv3tu]

I can’t wait for the movie!! The book is so great!

[@Bookables]

me as well! i hope it's decent!

[@taramhamad6392]

Is there a movie for the book?

[@ashleyaliviado8381]

So, so glad you enjoyed this one. I did too! 😍😍 It really made me feel all the feels. I enjoyed it so much I am now listening to it on audio. I finished The Great Alone last week. I had a love/hate relationship with it for a lot of it, bit when it was over, and now that I have had time to digest it, I can say I loved it. Another pretty hard, gut wrenching story.

[@Bookables]

Oh cant wait to read it!!!

[@B.Shawntaia]

I am so glad you like it! We have similar taste in books, so I figured that you would like it. If a book makes me cry, that's one damn good read because I am a crier. 😊📖📚👍🏾

[@B.Shawntaia]

Kristin Hannah is one of my favorite authors. She is the Truth! Get ready to cry! Great review of this book! An important part of history and of the struggle and sacrifice of women.

[@Bookables]

Ha yes so so many tears!!!

[@noahoates6950]

I’m reading The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah and it’s really really good so far!

[@earlsweat7775]

I am basque. I am proud of my people for helping be part of this truly heroic event in history

[@Bookables]

:-)

[@bellanovela7742]

hi Heather I just wanted to stop by and thank you for doing a great job here on youtube I'm a mother of four and I love reading but I don't have time to look or research new books I just take your word and so far I have been reading the books you review and it helped me a lot to find great books to enjoy :)

[@Bookables]

Yay! So glad I could help you!!!

[@brooklynsbooks3272]

Was the book slow, or was it a fast paced historical fiction? I’m thinking I’m going to read it!

[@Bookables]

It was slow in the beginning but i'd say by the middle you are gripped and cant put it down

[@SwirlyGirlyReads]

I can't believe I've had this book on my shelves for two years and I've not picked it up yet!!!! What is wrong with me ???

[@Bookables]

Ah please pick it up soon!

[@dzalien8995]

I am an English learner. Is this book a simple language? Please. i need some titles for improving my english ..

[@Bookables]

I think so!

[@lindsaycomaianni2407]

I want to read this one! Do you know if its on Book of The Month?

[@Bookables]

Hmmm I want to say yes??? lol

[@isabellaogbolumani3068]

I also loved this book!

[@Bookables]

yay!!

[@PhantomOfManyTopics]

I'm 80% done on audiobook.

[@Bookables]

ah are you enjoying it?

[@dateoniajoyner8603]

Would this be best in audio or physical reading?

[@Bookables]

either!!

[@Veronica.Roni.V]

It's one of my all time favorites 😍

[@Bookables]

Mine as well now!

[@ІннаОлійник-к3э]

I was listening to the audiobook) Amazing feelings!

[@Bookables]

Yes!!!

[@HaileyAndTheArt]

I just finished this book and I am wrecked.

[@Bookables]

gah its so amazing

[@katemaloney509]

Sounds so so good!! I must read it now! What would you say the age/ maturity rating of this book would be? Also, I just recently finished reading another historical fiction book called Between Shades of Grey by Ruta Sepetys which I found was very very good. I would highly recommend!! I found myself sobbing at the end of it, purely by the fact the story was based off real events and the extremities people went through during the tragic times of WW2. This book, along with all historical fiction books really puts things in perspective and shows us the value of our lives, and that is what I really like about historical fiction. Thanks again for this review, and sorry for this super long comment hahaha :) :) :) Can't wait to read The Nightingale!!

[@Bookables]

thanks for watching!!

[@douluvmee]

My favorite book ever!!!!!

[@Bookables]

So so amazing!!!

[@Parisobserver]

Best book ever :)

[@Bookables]

agreed!

[@emily7103]

"The Nightingale" is the greatest novel of the twenty-first century. Kristin Hannah is a genius.

[@Bookables]

it is amazing!