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5.0
At first I prepared myself to be disappointed by this book. Although I have read and enjoyed many of Hilary Green's books, this one was different. While most of her books are set during one of the world wars, and written in third person with a relatively vast cast of characters, this one was set between 1955-1999, written most in first person and also written mostly in present tense which has always annoyed me when I'm reading. Don't know why but it does. So one lazy morning I picked this book up saying I had to give it a chance, as the author has always captivated me with her other novels and I should give her a chance. Worst case at least I could say I tried. Before I knew it I was over halfway through the book and the lazy morning had passed virtually unnoticed into the afternoon. For the first time in months I can say I finished a book in a day, and almost in one sitting. Hilary Green certainly knows how to tell a story and my concerns, or complaints were quickly swept away. Though not set during a world war, it is hardly set during a peaceful time or place in history either. I was fascinated to read about the history of Cyprus, my prior knowledge of the island being a documentary about UN peacekeepers and a couple of travel shows. While the characters were all well drawn out, Cressida will remain with me for a long time. She was someone I was able to relate to on many levels and it will be hard to forget her anytime soon. This novel never let up on the drama, just when you thought things were slowing down something else would happen and I kept turning the pages to see how it would all end. So I am pleased to say that once again I was treated to a wonderfully written novel from the pen of Hilary Green and she has once again left me wanting more and eagerly awaiting her next book.
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