Night Road

From Kristin Hannah, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the smash-hit novels Firefly Lane, The Nightingale, and The Four Winds comes a novel about how one reckless night destroys the lives of three teenagers and their families.

For eighteen years, Jude Farraday has put her children's needs above her own, and it shows—her twins, Mia and Zach, are bright and happy teenagers. When Lexi Baill moves into their small, close-knit community, no one is more welcoming than Jude. Lexi, a former foster child with a dark past, quickly becomes Mia's best friend. Then Zach falls in love with Lexi and the three become inseparable.

Jude does everything to keep her kids out of harm's way. But senior year of high school tests them all. It's a dangerous, explosive season of drinking, driving, parties, and kids who want to let loose. And then on a hot summer's night, one bad decision is made. In the blink of an eye, the Farraday family will be torn apart and Lexi will lose everything. In the years that follow, each must face the consequences of that single night and find a way to forget…or the courage to forgive.

Vivid, universal, and emotionally complex, Night Road raises profound questions about motherhood, identity, love, and forgiveness. It is a luminous, heartbreaking novel that captures both the exquisite pain of loss and the stunning power of hope. This is Kristin Hannah at her very best, telling an unforgettable story about the longing for family, the resilience of the human heart, and the courage it takes to forgive the people we love.

"You cannot read Night Road and not be affected by the story and the characters. The total impact of the book will stay with you for days to come after it is finished." —The Huffington Post

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Published Jan 4, 2022

416 pages

Average rating: 7.76

485 RATINGS

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Zya The Book Dragon
Aug 21, 2025
9/10 stars
I went into this one completely blind and I dont regret it. The way Kirsten Hannah writes her characters is top tier. She makes you feel so deeply for these characters. I was sobbing. This book will hit you differently if you are a mother or parent. I was shouting in my car while listening to the audio. I dont get emotional over books, but wow. I cant explain it in words. The ups and downs, the way you love and hate the characters, how they fight and then come together. Incredible
KikiStoneCreek
Jun 03, 2023
10/10 stars
Awesome book but a tough read at times--keep your Kleenex handy! Love this author!
Summerq25
Sep 12, 2025
8/10 stars
I was totally surprised by this book! I thought it was going to be very different than it was! A good different. It kept me guessing!!
TachaB
Jun 14, 2025
5/10 stars
I love Kristin Hannah, The Women was amazing. Night Road was not what I expected. Very predictable and just ok.
gracieanngates
Jun 07, 2025
8/10 stars
I loved this book, it had a great story. I only disliked one character Grace. But other than that, I loved the heartbreak, sadness, love, and overcoming grief that was in this book.

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