Title: I did not enjoy this, not enough emotional fulfillment for me.
Review: The book includes historical fiction about Napoleon's unsuccessful attack into Russia in 1812. There is a love that happens, and there is a happy ending, but I didn't feel good while reading it. It was somewhat tedious reading. It was written in 1965, and the writing style felt dated. I skimmed several parts, especially about military movements and politics. I wanted it to be over.CAUTION SPOILER: My favorite character was the sister of Valentina, a supporting character. She was strong, independent and fun to read about. However the ending for her was sad. I don't like sad endings. I didn't like Valentina's decisions. I was annoyed with her stupidity of leaving her safe house to "get news" of De Chavel (the man she loved). She gets arrested and nearly killed, which she should have known about.Sexual language: none. Number of sex scenes: four. Setting: Poland and Russia around 1812. Copyright: 1965. Genre: romantic historical fiction.
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