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Title: Almost the best novel ever
Review: I eagely awaited the release of this book and read it as soon as it was published in its English version a few years ago. I agree with other commentators on this page who praise the "ingenious social commentary" and so forth. Indeed, right up to page 98 I felt that this book had the makings of one of the best novels ever.However, after page 98 the magic abruptly disintegrates. I don't know how else to put it. It's a shame. Googling for details of Tatyana's life, you get some clue as to why she could not sustain the magic.
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