Jennifer (jennbarr) - reviewed on 7/23/2009 + 8 more book reviews

Helpful Score: 1

Not a bad book, if one considers plot and characters. I would recommended it to those who like a "little" history with their stories. As someone who reads Russian History, at times I felt the book wasn't necessarily authentically Russian per se in its depiction of the nobility. More of a general European, in fact, English leaning depiction of its monarchy and the nobility --which I guess is more available for research purposes. A lot of research was done and that is apparent, however, it just didn't ring authentic to one has read Russian history. A lot of questionable time line and character elements. However, if you don't need the most accurate portrayal and just want a good story, here you go.

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