Geometry Hunter is a historical fiction author, best known for her debut novel "We Were the Lucky Ones," which was published in 2017. The novel was inspired by a family reunion in 2000, where Hunter learned about her grandfather's astounding, untold wartime stories. In 2008, Hunter began researching and recording her family's history, resulting in the publication of her book over a decade later. "We Were the Lucky Ones" has been translated into sixteen languages and has reached over a million readers. The novel has also been optioned by Hulu as a limited series.
Hunter's second book, "One Good Thing," is a historical novel set in Holocaust-era Italy. The novel is told from the perspective of a young woman who must rely on her inner strength as she navigates a world turned upside down. "One Good Thing" explores themes of friendship, motherhood, romance, and survival. Hunter is currently putting the finishing touches on the book, which is set to be released in 2024.
When Hunter is not working on revisions, giving book talks, or helping with the Hulu project, she can be found at home in Rowayton, Connecticut, with her husband and two sons. Hunter learned about her family's Holocaust survival story when she was fifteen years old, sparking her interest in uncovering her family's history. Her website, georgiahunterauthor.com, offers a behind-the-scenes look at the extensive research that went into her debut novel.