Angel Falls

Kristin Hannah

Angel Falls

Kristin Hannah
49 pages1-hour read
Fiction
Novel
Adult
Published in 2000

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Book Brief

Kristin Hannah

Angel Falls

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2000
Book Details
Pages

400

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Romance

•

Dramatic Literature
Setting

Northern Washington • Contemporary

Theme
Family

•

Marriage

•

Memory
First Publication Year

2000

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

Angel Falls by Kristin Hannah tells the story of a family coping with the aftermath of an accident that leaves the mother in a coma. Her husband's effort to revive her involves delving into her mysterious past. The narrative explores themes of love, memory, and forgiveness.

Emotional

Romantic

Heartwarming

Melancholic

Inspirational

Reviews & Readership

3.9

85,008 ratings

67%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Kristin Hannah's Angel Falls is praised for its emotional depth and compelling narrative, engaging readers with themes of love, loss, and resilience. Hannah's character development and portrayal of family dynamics receive high marks. However, some critics find the plot predictably sentimental and the pacing uneven. Overall, it's a heartfelt read.

Who should read this

Who Should Read Angel Falls?

Readers who enjoyed The Notebook by Nicholas Sparks or Me Before You by Jojo Moyes will find themselves captivated by Kristin Hannah's Angel Falls. This book appeals to fans of heartfelt, emotional dramas centered on complex family dynamics and enduring love. Hannah's compelling storytelling and well-drawn characters promise a deeply engaging read.

3.9

85,008 ratings

67%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Character List

The main character who experiences a journey of amnesia-driven self-discovery, balancing her life as a devoted wife and mother with the hidden truths of her past, involving a prior marriage to a Hollywood star.

Mikaela’s husband characterized by his steadfast devotion and quiet strength as he navigates the family through crisis, acting as the emotional anchor during his wife's recovery from a traumatic brain injury.

A charismatic movie star and Mikaela's former husband, who re-enters her life after her accident, representing the unresolved aspects of her past.

The teenage daughter of Mikaela and Liam, who deals with identity and family challenges, taking on a mature role following her mother's accident and uncovering her biological father's identity.

The young son of Mikaela and Liam, whose actions and emotional state reflect the family's shared trauma and eventual healing after witnessing his mother’s accident.

Mikaela’s mother who provides stability and support to the Campbell family, drawing from her own experiences of loss and love, and offering guidance during the family crisis.

Book Details
Pages

400

Format

Novel • Fiction

Genre
Romance

•

Dramatic Literature
Setting

Northern Washington • Contemporary

Theme
Family

•

Marriage

•

Memory
First Publication Year

2000

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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