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True Colors: A Novel
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Book Brief
400
Novel • Fiction
Washington • 1990s
2009
Adult
18+ years
770L
Super Short Summary
True Colors by Kristin Hannah explores the lives of three sisters—Winona, Aurora, and Vivi Ann—as they navigate family loyalty, personal ambitions, and romantic relationships. Set in a small town, their bond is tested by betrayal and personal struggles. The story delves into themes of forgiveness, resilience, and the complexities of sibling dynamics.
Emotional
Heartwarming
Contemplative
Bittersweet
Nostalgic
Reviews & Readership
136,776 ratings
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Review Roundup
Kristin Hannah's True Colors is praised for its emotional depth and vivid characterization. Readers appreciate the complex dynamics between sisters and the exploration of family loyalty. However, some critique it for predictable plotlines and melodrama. Despite occasional pacing issues, the novel's strong emotional core resonates with many.
Who Should Read True Colors?
A reader who enjoys True Colors by Kristin Hannah would likely be captivated by emotional family sagas, complex sibling relationships, and themes of love and forgiveness. Fans of The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah or The Light Between Oceans by M.L. Stedman may appreciate its depth and heart.
136,776 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
Vivi Ann Grey Raintree
Vivi Ann Grey Raintree
The youngest Grey sister and another main point-of-view character, known for her beauty and equestrian skills, and has a significant romantic relationship that impacts her life deeply.
Henry Grey
Henry Grey
The father of Winona, Vivi Ann, and Aurora, who places high value on family pride and loyalty, influencing his relationships with his daughters.
Dallas Raintree
Dallas Raintree
Vivi Ann’s love interest and eventual husband, whose past and wrongful conviction are central to the story’s conflict.
Noah Grey Raintree
Noah Grey Raintree
The son of Dallas and Vivi Ann, whose personal struggles and teenage experiences offer an additional perspective in the story’s latter part.
400
Novel • Fiction
Washington • 1990s
2009
Adult
18+ years
770L
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