Pat W. (3ladybug) reviewed on 11/7/2012 + 531 more book reviews

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A profound novel by Kristin Hannah. The writing of this book is such that the reader is compelled by the war-time memories of the mother as she speaks of her past: the days in Russia; the struggles; the challenges to survive & overcome the memories. They haunt her, yet somehow she goes on living, even if her character is somewhat 'quirky' to those around her- especially her daughters who don't understand her. The two daughters are as different as night and day; one somewhat sensible, the other who acts upon the spur-of the moment. Hannah's writing touches many subjects; love, disappointment, grief, estrangement, secrecy, and a host of others. An excellent read; I will read more of Kristin Hannah's books.

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