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I have only heard of the Romanovs in passing when I briefly visited the Wikipedia page of the theories surrounding Anastasia Romanov. This book helped me become familiar not only with Anastasia and her sisters, but also of political structure and climate in Russia before communism.
As I read more, my impressions of the Romanovs change. I initially liked Alix and her devotion to her husband Nicky, but grew weary and a little annoyed with her during OTMA’s teenage years. Echoing historians on this topic, I think much of the sufferings of the family, including their eventual fate, would have probably been avoided if Alix was a bit more adaptable, more aware and sensitive to the plight of their people. By the end of their story however I only felt sympathy for this poor woman who herself have suffered a lot too.
Overall, it was a very informative and engaging read. However, the last five chapters made my heart ache for the family despite myself knowing how it will all end. I was pretty restless during this time. Reading this book, specially that last few chapters, certainly did not help.
As I read more, my impressions of the Romanovs change. I initially liked Alix and her devotion to her husband Nicky, but grew weary and a little annoyed with her during OTMA’s teenage years. Echoing historians on this topic, I think much of the sufferings of the family, including their eventual fate, would have probably been avoided if Alix was a bit more adaptable, more aware and sensitive to the plight of their people. By the end of their story however I only felt sympathy for this poor woman who herself have suffered a lot too.
Overall, it was a very informative and engaging read. However, the last five chapters made my heart ache for the family despite myself knowing how it will all end. I was pretty restless during this time. Reading this book, specially that last few chapters, certainly did not help.