spahade's review against another edition
3.0
I really enjoyed her first 2 books but this story was long and drawn out and when I finally got to the end (you know the ending but not the "how") it really didn't seem worth all the build up.
samwescott's review against another edition
3.0
I had the same problem with this book that I have with all of Indu Sundaresan's books - I didn't believe the romance. Every other aspect of the story had my attention. I loved hearing about the politics and culture of the district - especially in contrast the Moghul era stories the author tells in her other books. The plots surrounding the protagonist's brothers and father were interesting and believable. But I was more convinced by her father's instant connection with Sam than by her romance with Sam. It seemed to have no roots and, therefore, no reality to it. So, I liked this novel, except for the two protagonists and the main story line... So, three stars.
ninergirl29's review against another edition
2.0
Finished!
Overall the book was slow, but I found it just interesting enough to keep reading. I found a lot of the history to be interesting, while the actual plot lacked.
I will say that I enjoyed the last 100 pages or so much more than the rest of the book, and was happy with the ending. I'm glad the book club suggested this title, because I never would have read it otherwise, but I won't be picking up any more books my Indu Sundarsan in the future.
Overall the book was slow, but I found it just interesting enough to keep reading. I found a lot of the history to be interesting, while the actual plot lacked.
I will say that I enjoyed the last 100 pages or so much more than the rest of the book, and was happy with the ending. I'm glad the book club suggested this title, because I never would have read it otherwise, but I won't be picking up any more books my Indu Sundarsan in the future.
saipradhanreads's review against another edition
3.0
Simple, and good! Very much in line with what I expected of it.
foxtrotfirefly's review against another edition
5.0
Having read this book at the same time as taking a class called History of India Since 1750, it was remarkable to see the accuracy that the book portrayed. It did take me some time to truly get into reading the book, but once past the introductory chapters, the book was incredibly difficult to put down. Sam and Mila's relationship is one that strikes the heart. And the way the story is told through a letter to their daughter is beautifully done.
incredibleopinions's review against another edition
4.0
I found the story really exaggerated in the beginning but eventually it all started making sense. I really liked Ms. Indu's writing style and it was my first book of hers. Very interesting story and throws light on some "not so known" times of British rule in India.
bahareads's review
3.0
3 Stars
This wasn't my favorite book by Sundaresan. It the beginning the time switches were confusing and quite frankly annoying because it didn't make sense.
The characters weren't that enjoyable in the beginning but as the story went on. I began to enjoy them a lot more. As the story went on and the story line began to unravel it was much more intriguing. I found the reason for the romance lacking. I couldn't figure out who had sent the trunk though. I was really quite surprised at who had sent it and at the end of the book.
I wouldn't mind a next book about Olivia's going to India
This wasn't my favorite book by Sundaresan. It the beginning the time switches were confusing and quite frankly annoying because it didn't make sense.
The characters weren't that enjoyable in the beginning but as the story went on. I began to enjoy them a lot more. As the story went on and the story line began to unravel it was much more intriguing. I found the reason for the romance lacking. I couldn't figure out who had sent the trunk though. I was really quite surprised at who had sent it and at the end of the book.
I wouldn't mind a next book about Olivia's going to
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