I loved how the author gave a human face to a tragic historical event, as well as created modern, compelling characters. The movement between past and present was seamless.

As a parent, this book is hard to read at times, but intriguing nonetheless. It is a story of overcoming adversity and thriving against the odds. I especially loved how the author described her sometimes horrible life circumstances in a matter-of-fact way. She didn't whine or express regret, but simply told her story in a compelling way. I would definitely recommend this book!

I'm sure that I am in the minority in that I didn't love this trilogy, but the last book was especially disappointing. The love story felt contrived, even cheesy. I think the author struggled more with this story line than the graphic, explicit content of the first two books. I was vaguely interested in how it would end, so I plodded through it, but I didn't love it.

I highly recommend this book!