Summary of Wild
Deep within the rugged Pacific Northwest of the United States lies the Olympic National Forest – a vast expanse of impenetrable darkness and impossible beauty. It’s a place where the trees stand tall, the rivers flow wild, and the creatures of the forest roam free.
And it’s from deep within this mysterious land that a six-year-old girl appears. She’s speechless, lost, and alone, with no clues as to her identity or past secrets.
But fate had a plan for this little girl. It brought her to child psychiatrist Dr. Julia Cates, who had retreated to her hometown after a scandal had ruined her career. Naming the girl Alice, Julia is determined to free her from a prison of unimaginable fear and isolation.
As Julia delves deeper into Alice’s past, she’s shocked to uncover the harrowing truths of her life. It tests the limits of Julia’s faith and strength, but she’s determined to make a home for Alice and find a new one for herself.
With each passing day, Julia becomes increasingly invested in Alice’s story. As she unravels the mysteries of the girl’s past, she discovers the resilience of the human spirit, the triumph of hope, and the promise of new beginnings.
Wild is a remarkable story of the power of love, the resilience of the human spirit, and the promise of hope. Kristin Hannah’s writing style takes readers on a journey through the rugged wilderness of the Pacific Northwest, immersing them in the beauty and darkness of the forest.
The characters in this book are complex and flawed but also incredibly human. Julia’s determination to help Alice, despite her own struggles, is inspiring and heartwarming.
Hannah weaves together themes of love, loss, trauma, and redemption in a way that leaves readers feeling both emotionally drained and uplifted. Her pacing and storytelling are masterful, keeping readers on edge until the end.
Review Wild:
Kristin Hannah, the New York Times bestselling author of The Nightingale and The Great Alone, has crafted another highly riveting tale in Wild. With its moments of heartbreak, sentiment, and mystery, this domestic drama will keep readers on the edge of their seats from start to finish. Hannah’s ability to set the scene and create intrigue surrounding the girl’s true identity is truly captivating.
What’s most fascinating about Wild is the young girl herself. Alice’s slow steps towards assimilating into society and reaching out for human contact is both eye-opening and heartbreaking. As Julia works alongside her to try and diagnose her, we question the possibility of Alice being mute, autistic, or impacted by trauma. The development and progression Alice takes towards understanding the world around her is touching, and readers will find themselves becoming emotionally invested in her journey.
Ultimately, Wild is a story of connection, disconnection, hope, bravery, mystery, revelations, and belonging. Hannah has once again produced an emotional contemporary drama that will leave readers with a renewed sense of the resilience of the human spirit and the promise of new beginnings.
If you’re looking for a book that will make you laugh, cry, and feel all the emotions in between, then Wild is a must-read. It’s a story that will stay with you long after you turn the final page.
