5 STARS
This was so beautiful and touching to read. Some of the the most gruesome history stories unfortunately do not make their way into history class. I respect authors who have enough grit to research them and put the horrors into print.
This book had such a nice rhythm to it that was almost poetic, the story was so detailed and vivid, and the characters were exquisite.
I usually have much more to say when reviewing books, but this one has, for once, left me speechless. It is a beautiful, tragic, story that takes the reader right to where the characters are. It is a must read.
Well done, once again, Ruta Sepetys.