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3.33 AVERAGE
3.33 AVERAGE
The world was a powder keg: revolution, famine, political an religious persecution all led masses of immigrants to NYC. 1850-60s pre-Civil War is my favorite time/place in history. The Kashmiri Shawl has a new perspective as the heroine Anna, arrives stateside after a revolt in India.
Anna visits slums, orphanages, and the bleakest parts of the city while recalling the vibrant colors and scents of her temporary home abroad. She's a strong, resourceful woman who thinks on her feet as she searches for her missing daughter.
A number of historical topics are cleverly woven into the plot that includes just enough twists and turns to keep you on your toes. I really enjoyed rooting for Anna and learning so much in the process. Finishing it, I also felt the immediate need to watch something from Bollywood.
Anna visits slums, orphanages, and the bleakest parts of the city while recalling the vibrant colors and scents of her temporary home abroad. She's a strong, resourceful woman who thinks on her feet as she searches for her missing daughter.
A number of historical topics are cleverly woven into the plot that includes just enough twists and turns to keep you on your toes. I really enjoyed rooting for Anna and learning so much in the process. Finishing it, I also felt the immediate need to watch something from Bollywood.
Read 8 chapters in and just couldn't read any more. Dull and boring. Just didn't grab my imagination or sympathy for the main character.