ON THE HOME FRONT - KRISTIN HANNAH

A captivating novel that addresses difficult topics related to war and its impact on the lives of soldiers and their families. Kristin Hannah, known for her talent for creating deep and emotional stories, presents the fates of heroes who struggle with trauma, loss, and difficulties in adapting to life after returning from a mission.

• Moving story about war veterans and their families
• Realistic picture of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
• Insightful look at the problems of adapting to life after war
• Emotional story about love, loss and hope
• Authentic portraits of soldiers and their loved ones

"On the Home Front" is a protest against sending soldiers on peacekeeping missions, which often have more to do with politics than with consolidating peace. The author shows the costs of this decision - the death of young people and the suffering of their families. Many veterans return from their missions physically and mentally scarred, needing support and understanding.

Hannah describes the process of a soldier suffering from PTSD. A young man, traumatized by his experiences in Iraq, is sentenced to a long prison term for the murder of his wife, without having received psychological help from the military authorities. It is a shocking picture of a system that fails those who have sacrificed their lives for the country.

Jolene, the main character of the novel, a pilot of a downed helicopter, has problems finding her way in life after the amputation of her leg. She blames herself for the death of her friend and Smitty, the twenty-year-old gunner of her helicopter crew. Her story is a symbol of the struggle with her own demons and the search for the meaning of life after traumatic experiences.

The novel, published by Świat Książki in 2025, has 464 pages and has a format of 200x128 mm. The paperback cover makes the book light and handy, ideal for reading on the go or in the comfort of your home. "On the Home Front" is a read that will certainly remain in the reader's memory for a long time, encouraging reflection on the fate of veterans and their families.