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The Winter Palace: A Novel of Catherine the Great
The Winter Palace A Novel of Catherine the Great
Author: Eva Stachniak
Her name is Barbara—in Russian, Varvara. Nimble-witted and attentive, she’s allowed into the employ of the Empress Elizabeth, amid the glitter and cruelty of the world’s most eminent court. Under the tutelage of Count Bestuzhev, Chancellor and spymaster, Varvara will be educated in skills from lock picking to lovemaking, learni...  more »
ISBN-13: 9780553386899
ISBN-10: 0553386891
Publication Date: 10/30/2012
Pages: 480
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3.1 stars, based on 13 ratings
Publisher: Bantam
Book Type: Paperback
Other Versions: Hardcover
Members Wishing: 0
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meadow27 avatar reviewed The Winter Palace: A Novel of Catherine the Great on
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I really liked the beginning of this book. The details where great, and the story interesting. Then it just kind of drifted off, there where too many characters to keep track of. There was also a 'betrayel' that I thought was obvious and not that big of a betrayel that ended the story. It felt like the ending was rushed, so I can't recommend the book.
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boomerbooklover avatar reviewed The Winter Palace: A Novel of Catherine the Great on + 441 more book reviews
I enjoyed this story of a young girl who ends up living in the Empress of Russia's palace, and who befriends the German teenager who eventually rules as Catharine the Great. Spies, intrigue, and plots abound. Also includes descriptions of everyday life in 18th century Russia.


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