A review by rifmelody
Sashenka by Simon Sebag Montefiore

tense slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A

3.5

I did enjoy this book a lot, but it was hard to get into. Really getting into it took over 200 pages I think. After that, I was completely hooked. Especially the insight into post-soviet Russia was really interesting and enlightening, and the heartbreak that comes to light at the end had me sobbing a bit.