Paula McLain has brilliantly captured the time and voice of Hadley, the first wife of Ernest Hemingway. They meet, marry and are passionately in love. Hadley solidly supports and encourages the struggle by Ernest for recognition for his work. Paris is "their great good place" where they
make a home, with frequent escapes to Pamplonam the Riviera and Swiss Alps. With success and a heady group of friends, the fidelity of their marriage is tested.

- Barbara