![]() ![]() Highly recommend this book to meet your quota of unexpected twists and heartfelt moments tinged with sadness. ![]() When it comes to reading, I crave a literary feast: a blend of awe-inspiring tales, a sprinkle of poignant sadness, a generous helping of courageous journeys, and a dose of happily ever afters. The last two chapters, narrated from his point of view, were magnificent. Andrei, the boy she loves, what a heart-wrenching story there. I enjoyed the sprinkling of Russian in the novel. I loved the glimpse into Moscow and Leningrad in the 50s and 60s. This book follows Sasha's journey from eight years to twenty-five, and what a roller coaster ride. Her anger and guilt come in waves, and kudos to the author for giving us a realistic portrayal of a girl, human and flawed. Her raw emotions drenched me as I read this book. Sasha, the protagonist, is a stubborn, wilful, and short-tempered creature. This book falls into the latter category. In others, penance and suffering are the norm. : A Train to Moscow: A Novel (9781542033862) by Gorokhova, Elena and a great selection of similar New, Used and Collectible Books available now at great prices. There are some tales where the pursuit of happiness is a given. There are echoes of Dostoevsky's writing in this novel. ![]() This book will linger in my memory for many years. ![]()
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