This was one of the best book I've read in a long time. I book of family relations, deep friendships and hardships. Wonderful story of the Japanese invasion of Penang during WWII.

I loved this book. It was wonderful to learn something about the history of the Taj Mahal. Well written and a page-turner.

This book was a classic for historical fiction in that it gave me so much information dealing with a period in history I know little about. Sashenka's life and dealings with the KGB were fascinating as well as how the existence of the secret police affected everyday citizens in Russia. Excellent read.