Sashenka
Sashenka
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2008
Book Brief
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Novel • Fiction
Russia • 1910s
2008
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
Sashenka by Simon Sebag Montefiore spans decades in Russia, following the life of a woman named Sashenka. The novel explores Sashenka's journey through historical events beginning in revolutionary 1916 to the tense atmosphere of the Stalinist regime. Her choices and their consequences are central themes, depicting personal and political turmoil across generations.
Mysterious
Dark
Melancholic
Bittersweet
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
Sashenka by Simon Sebag Montefiore is praised for its rich historical detail and vivid depiction of early 20th-century Russia. Readers appreciate the intricate plot and strong character development. However, some find the narrative pacing uneven, particularly in later sections. Overall, it delivers a compelling, if slightly uneven, historical drama.
Who Should Read Sashenka?
A reader who enjoys Sashenka by Simon Sebag Montefiore likely appreciates historical fiction set in Russia, character-driven narratives, and epic tales spanning decades. Fans of Doctor Zhivago by Boris Pasternak or The Bronze Horseman by Paullina Simons would also find this book captivating.
8,647 ratings
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Novel • Fiction
Russia • 1910s
2008
Adult
18+ years
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