353 pages • first pub 2018 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9781982109172
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Atria
Publication date: 30 October 2018
Description
A sweeping family saga and love story that offers a vivid and unique portrayal of life in war-torn 1941 Bucharest and life behind the Iron Curtain during the Soviet Union occupation—perfect for fans of Lilac Girls and Sarah’s Key.On a freezing nig...
Community Reviews Summary of 598 reviews
Moods
sad 62%
reflective 33%
challenging 18%
dark 18%
hopeful 18%
informative 18%
inspiring 14%
adventurous 7%
tense 7%
mysterious 3%
Pace
slow 34%
fast 6%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 42% | Plot: 36% | Character: 21%Strong character development?
Yes: 76% | No: 14% | It's complicated: 9%Loveable characters?
Yes: 56% | It's complicated: 26% | No: 17%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 54% | Yes: 27% | It's complicated: 13% | N/A: 4%Flaws of characters a main focus?
No: 54% | Yes: 27% | It's complicated: 18%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Minor
Genocide, Forced institutionalization, Antisemitism
353 pages • first pub 2018 (editions)
ISBN/UID: 9781982109172
Format: Paperback
Language: English
Publisher: Atria
Publication date: 30 October 2018
Description
A sweeping family saga and love story that offers a vivid and unique portrayal of life in war-torn 1941 Bucharest and life behind the Iron Curtain during the Soviet Union occupation—perfect for fans of Lilac Girls and Sarah’s Key.On a freezing nig...
Community Reviews Summary of 598 reviews
Moods
sad 62%
reflective 33%
challenging 18%
dark 18%
hopeful 18%
informative 18%
inspiring 14%
adventurous 7%
tense 7%
mysterious 3%
Pace
slow 34%
fast 6%
Plot- or character-driven?
A mix: 42% | Plot: 36% | Character: 21%Strong character development?
Yes: 76% | No: 14% | It's complicated: 9%Loveable characters?
Yes: 56% | It's complicated: 26% | No: 17%Diverse cast of characters?
No: 54% | Yes: 27% | It's complicated: 13% | N/A: 4%Flaws of characters a main focus?
No: 54% | Yes: 27% | It's complicated: 18%Average rating
Content Warnings
Submitted by users as part of their reviews
Minor
Genocide, Forced institutionalization, Antisemitism