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Patriots
Patriots | Sana Krasikov
A sweeping multigenerational debut novel about idealism, betrayal, and family secrets that takes us from Brooklyn in the 1930s to Soviet Russia to post-Cold War America When the Great Depression hits, Florence Fein leaves Brooklyn College for what appears to be a plum job in Moscow--and the promise of love and independence. But once in Russia, she quickly becomes entangled in a country she can't escape. Many years later, Florence's son, Julian, will make the opposite journey, immigrating back to the United States. His work in the oil industry takes him on frequent visits to Moscow, and when he learns that Florence's KGB file has been opened, he arranges a business trip to uncover the truth about his mother, and to convince his son, Lenny, who is trying to make his fortune in the new Russia, to return home. What he discovers is both chilling and heartbreaking: an untold story of what happened to a generation of Americans abandoned by their country. The Patriots is a riveting evocation of the Cold War years, told with brilliant insight and extraordinary skill. Alternating between Florence's and Julian's perspectives, it is at once a mother-son story and a tale of two countries bound in a dialectic dance; a love story and a spy story; both a grand, old-fashioned epic and a contemporary novel of ideas. Through the history of one family moving back and forth between continents over three generations, The Patriots is a poignant tale of the power of love, the rewards and risks of friendship, and the secrets parents and children keep from one another. Praise for The Patriots "The Patriots is a historical romance in the old style: multigenerational, multi-narrative, intercontinental, laden with back stories and historical research, moving between scrupulous detail and sweeping panoramas, the first-person voice and a kaleidoscopic third, melodrama and satire, Cleveland in 1933 and Moscow in 2008."--Nathaniel Rich, The New York Times Book Review "Extraordinary . . . The Patriots has the weight of a classic."--Commentary Magazine "I found on every page an observation so acute, a sentence of such truth and shining detail, that it demanded re-reading for the sheer pleasure of it. The Patriots has convinced me that Krasikov belongs among the totemic young writers of her era."--Khaled Hosseini, author of And the Mountains Echoed and The Kite Runner "The Patriots is a masterwork, a Dr. Zhivago for our times. It is a novel rooted in characters so real you weep over their tragic fates, so realized you think you're watching a movie, with sentences so sharp and wise they stop you in your tracks."--Yann Martel, author of The High Mountains of Portugal and Life of Pi "Sana Krasikov's masterful The Patriots works that rare novelistic magic that can sweep us over tumultuous decades, illuminate the workings of history, and at the same time reveal the personal depths of rich, complex characters. This is one of the finest first novels I've read in ages."--Robert Olen Butler, Pulitzer Prize-winning author of The Empire of Night and The Star of Istanbul "Suspenseful . . . In a galvanizing tale of flawed and courageous protagonists, erotic and political passion, and harrowing struggles for survival, Krasikov masterfully and devastatingly exposes the 'whole dark clockwork' of totalitarianism and asks what it means to be a hero, a patriot, a human being."--Booklist (starred review) "Ambitious and compelling."--Kirkus Reviews (starred review)
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Eyejaybee
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This was a marvellous, engrossing intergenerational saga following Florence Fein, who emigrated from America to the USSR following the Depression, and her son and grandson who, seventy years later, are both enmeshed by the contrasting pull of the two countries. #fiction #sanakrasikov #history #politics #russia #america #sovietunion #coldwar #stalin #purges #literature
See my Goodreads review at: https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/2953956167

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Eyejaybee
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KarouBlue Enjoyed this one! Hope you do as well! 5y
Eyejaybee Yes, I thought it was marvellous. 5y
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stephothebesto
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Yes! I love inter-generational sagas and this one delivered. Florence was a flawed and compelling character, and the historical fiction part was so well done. I didn't enjoy the Lenny-Julian arc quite as much, but the story as a whole was compelling.

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stephothebesto
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Love some punchy dialogue. Only 50 pages in but very hooked on this 500+ "sweeping multigenerational debut novel"

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Cinfhen
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Met my friend from the states for brunch...she was sweet enough to bring my #smallHaul from #BookOutlet 🎉📚💚 So fun to catch up with a friend🙌🏻 and I‘m excited for these 3 titles 😁

BarbaraTheBibliophage I liked The Patriots, but it‘s a pretty slow and dense read. 5y
Mdargusch Sounds like a fun day! 5y
Cinfhen I met the author with @DivineDiana last March in NYC so I‘m already feeling a kinship with her @BarbaraTheBibliophage BUT it does seem like a heavy read and one I‘m not quite ready for 5y
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Cinfhen It was so nice to have a friend from home here in Israel @Mdargusch and EVEN nicer that I didn‘t have to cook or clean for her. 😂😂 5y
BarbaraTheBibliophage @Cinfhen I saw her on a panel a few years ago too, and felt the same way. Just know that when you start the book that it‘s not a quick read. I truly hope you enjoy it! 5y
Cinfhen Thanks @BarbaraTheBibliophage it seemed like a heavy read when the author was describing the inspiration for the novel 5y
DivineDiana I do want to read this! So impressed with the author and her description of the book! In fact, I‘m thinking, was this the book that was sold out? 5y
Cinfhen Yes @DivineDiana I will mail u my copy after I read the book. She‘s the author who had a cold and looked like she was gonna pass out. 🤭 5y
DivineDiana Thank you so much! I just looked back at my posts, and it is the book that was sold out! Tagged you. 😘 5y
Reviewsbylola I didn‘t realize book outlet and small haul could belong together in the same sentence. 😂 5y
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JacintaMCarter
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#2018Book86
Despite having no idea how to pronounce most of the names, I love historical fiction about Russia. The characters in this book are all complex people who make just as many mistakes as good decisions, and the descriptions of various Russian and American settings are excellently written and easy to picture. There were a few sections throughout the middle where the plot started to drag, but it would always pick back up again.

Cinfhen I heard the author speak and she was so lovely! She said this is her BF family story. It‘s all based on real people. I still NEED to read it 6y
minkyb So Jacinta, when you read each name do you take the time to sound it out or just mumble through it? 🤔😜 6y
JacintaMCarter @minkyb The first time I attempt to sound it out. After that, my eyes just kind of scan over it and move on. 6y
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JacintaMCarter
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LiteraryHedgehog All the light we cannot see is sooo good. The writing is incredibly rich! Enjoy! 6y
readordierachel Yes! What @MrsDarcy1 said. Great book. 6y
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Nitpickyabouttrains
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Pickpick

I love reading historical fiction set in Russia. This book had an interesting time jump to give it some perspective.

BookishTrish Me too! I got this fo Christmas and it‘s still in the stack. Thanks for bringing it back to mind. 6y
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eggreenfield09
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Did not enjoy this book.

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DivineDiana
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Attended A Celebration of Jewish Books in NYC with @Cinfhen and @CoffeeK8 today! Sana Krasikov did such a splendid job of discussing her book! Unfortunately, by the time I went to buy it, it was sold out! She was so sweet, and told me to get it from Amazon! 😉

CoffeeK8 This one sounded so good too! 6y
BarbaraTheBibliophage It‘s a good book. A bit heavy and long, but good. 6y
DivineDiana @CoffeeK8 Hearing her explain her inspiration cinched it for me! 6y
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DivineDiana @BarbaraTheBibliophage She told us it took her ten years to finish it! 6y
Cinfhen I agree @DivineDiana she had such a wonderful back story and slide presentation @CoffeeK8 6y
Hooked_on_books This is such a good book! I really don‘t feel it received the attention it deserved. I hope more people read it. 6y
CoffeeK8 @DivineDiana @Cinfhen it‘s going on the TBR! 6y
DivineDiana @HookedonBooks This event certainly gave it attention! 🙂 6y
DivineDiana @CoffeeK8 Yay! 👏🏻 6y
DivineDiana @Cinfhen Yes, thank you! It is the one! 😘 5y
Cinfhen Ha!! She has a balled up tissue in her hand 🤧😷I‘ll happily pass along this book to u 5y
DivineDiana 😂She was memorable for both of us! Appreciate it! 😘 5y
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Rachel.Rencher
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Had to put the books down today to root for my favorite team, The Pats! My entire family is from the New England area, so the Patriot blood runs deep in this family. 💙❤🏈🎉

Who are you rooting for?

alisiakae No one. I‘m only putting my book down for Pink and JT. 😂😂😂 6y
CocoReads The Bears. But today, the Eagles. I guess. Really I‘m rooting for JT. 6y
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Samplergal Hubby is born and bred new englander. I‘m a ravens fan. So. Go Iggles! 6y
ElishaLovesBooks @CocoReads Da Bears!!! 🐻 But seriously I‘d love for the Eagles to have a chance to win! 6y
CocoReads @ElishaLovesBooks if it can‘t be my beloved losers, then it can be anyone. Other than the Pats. Sorry Pats fans, it‘s the way I was raised. 6y
ElishaLovesBooks @CocoReads I feel the same! Also- Alshon Jeffrey was one of my favorite players when he was on the Bears. 6y
CocoReads Me too! Love me some Alshon. She was on my fantasy team when I was still playing fantasy. And I won that year. 6y
MicheleinPhilly Fly Eagles fly! As if that was a question. 😉 6y
LibrarianJen My Uncle who stepped in to fill my fathers shoes grew up in Philadelphia so I was raised in Philly sports. 🦅💚 6y
megt Born and raised Massachusetts girl here - go Pats! ❤️💙🐐 6y
DivineDiana 👏🏻🦅👏🏻 6y
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JenP
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@Captivatedbybooks and I have a friendly book wager. The loser has to send a prize pack of local goodies to the winner. Of course, here‘s the team that will be helping us win a prize pack from her 😂

AmyG Go Pats!!! 6y
Captivatedbybooks Jajajajja! 6y
Velvetfur Aaawww 😊 6y
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Captivatedbybooks Looks like you‘ll be getting some tasty kakes! 6y
JenP @Captivatedbybooks I wouldn‘t be so sure. We‘re all pretty nervous here 6y
Captivatedbybooks Soooooo what snacks yall got good over there 😂😂😂😂 6y
JenP @Captivatedbybooks 😭😭😭😞 6y
JenP @Captivatedbybooks boo, but I guess I should be gracious and say congrats 😉 6y
Captivatedbybooks @JenP lol nope your good thats not my team lol i defend my city but not that team 😂😂😂 6y
JenP @Captivatedbybooks well at least I‘ll have fun picking out treats for you. I‘ll send you a message once I‘ve shipped it 6y
Captivatedbybooks Im not sleeping tonight smh all i hear is fireworks, gun shots and car horns smh 6y
JenP @Captivatedbybooks it‘s very quiet here. 😂 6y
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BookishTrish
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I'm pretty sure my husband subcontracted his wrapping out to our elflings. Anyone else get this book for Christmas?

DGRachel Cute!😂 6y
Bookzombie That‘s so cute! 6y
dariazeoli Love the paper- and the kid involvement 😂 6y
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LibrarianRyan
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#bookmail. I know this book isn't out yet but this cover is so similar to about 3 others that came out in 2017.

julesG I've noticed similar covers a lot this year. 6y
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Brona
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I've found the perfect reading place, just not 100% sure I've found the right book #holidaydilemma #balibliss

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RosieBoo65
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Mehso-so

Rarely do I read a book over 500 pages but this was a selection from my IRL book club. The story of Florence Fein who leaves her home in Brooklyn in the 1930s to pursue love and a better life in Russia. It moves slow for me at the beginning but I became more engaged about midway through. The story flips between the 1930s and 2008 and other decades in between. I felt the characters were flat and I really wanted more depth than the author provided

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ssravp
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So, this is the kind of book that I never thought I would read, let alone like. But after reading and enjoying A Gentleman In Moscow, I gave it a shot. I am so glad that I did. It was wonderful.

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Hooked_on_books
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Well, I'm a bit late, but here's my March roundup. Some great books this month: The Patriots and On Trails get top marks. I feel like I should have read more, but I can't forget the time IJ takes me, for better or worse. 😝 I have travel coming up in April, so I expect this month to be even lighter.

Betty_Bookworm I was thinking of starting a books to read/read notebook. Do you have any favorites? Everything of mine is on Goodreads and I fear it all disappearing one day. 7y
Hooked_on_books @Betty_Bookworm I hear you--I have electronic lists as well and all are backed up on paper. I got this planner with room for books read in a subscription box and am trying it out. I love the journal pages that look like stacks of physical books and you can write in the titles, though I'm not sure if those are practical over the long term. And I'm always keeping my eye on Litsy posts, since other folks have great methods! 7y
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Hooked_on_books
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I don't tend to think of myself as a historical fiction lover, but I may need to rethink that, as this book is fantastic. It follows 3 generations of a family, focusing on Florence as she leaves the US for her idea of socialist utopia in Russia in the 1930s. It is so good and feels so true to life that I've already run out and bought a copy for my mom. And the nook doesn't do it justice, but the cover is gorgeous.

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Hazel0303
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I'm on page 43 and I honestly have to say I'm having trouble getting into this one. This topic should be right up my alley (multi-generational saga through Russian and America from the 30s to 08). It just isn't grabbing me just yet. I'm going to try giving it to 100 pages. Anyone else have this issue?

bookishkai I got it on audio and tried so hard to like it. I bailed an hour into it. 7y
Hazel0303 @bookishkris - okay, I'm glad I'm not the only one. I'm still plugging away, but it's a slow burn for sure. 7y
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Hazel0303
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Look what came in from the library today!!

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pmg227
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A goodreads win. Historical fiction of Soviet Russia in the 30's -50's. Can't wait to get started!

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LauraBeth
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AnnieReads Those pups look like they've been friends forever! 7y
Mimi28 Aaaaawwww!!!! 7y
Hollie This book looks so good! 7y
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Bookwormjillk I'm reading this now too. Love it ❤️ 📚 7y
LauraBeth @AnnieReads they've really taken to each other 🐶💕 7y
LauraBeth @Hollie it's great so far! 7y
LauraBeth @Bookwormjillk it's a good one! 😀 7y
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Bookwormjillk
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I love my husband and kids, but it feels like an unbelievable luxury to sit here on a sunny Saturday with my own cup of jelly beans reading and writing down my favorite lines.

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LauraBeth
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Enjoying a quiet morning before a busy day. Happy Saturday 💕

AlaMich You should take Bitsy to one of those library "read to a dog" events they have for kids. She'd be a champ! ?❤️ 7y
ScrappyMags Lol love the dogs 🐶 7y
LauraBeth You're right, @AlaMich - she'd be great at that 😊 7y
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LauraBeth @ScrappyMags ☺️☺️ 💕 7y
KarenUK Such sweet buddies together 😍 7y
ScrappyMags I wish I could post a pic back... my boys are saying hello lol 7y
BarbaraTheBibliophage I hope you like this book! Have a great day! 💕 7y
LauraBrook Happy Saturday to you and your furkids! 💖 7y
Cortg You mom's pup looks like he's adjusting well! 7y
LauraBeth @KarenUK they've been so good together - Bitsy is a natural hostess 💕💕 7y
LauraBeth @BarbaraTheBibliophage I'm loving it so far! Hope your Saturday is wonderful 💕 7y
LauraBeth Happy Saturday @LauraBrook! Hope all is well 💕 7y
LauraBeth @Cortg for an old dog, he's done really well! Him and Bitsy seem to really enjoy each other's company 🐶 7y
Cortg That makes my heart happy to hear they are getting along! 7y
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LauraBeth
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"Breaking your family's heart was the price you paid for rescuing your own." Well when you open with that - I need to forego making stuffed shells and tell the family to make a sandwich for dinner ?

BooksForYears I think Bitsy is curvy and beautiful! 7y
Sace Bitsy is perfect! And sammiches make great dinners. 😊 7y
CocoReads She's just big boned! That's what I always said about my old baby when I had her. 7y
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Mariposa_Bookworm I love Bitsy just the way she is! 7y
KarenUK Bitsy is beautiful... 💕💕💕 7y
britt_brooke You're perfect, Bitsy! 😘 7y
Suzze Bitsy, don't change a thing! 7y
Hooked_on_books Your friend is stupid and judgmental. Bitsy is beautiful and is NOT fat. My dogs are offended on her behalf. 7y
JacqMac It's good too see Bitsy doesn't seem to bothered by it all. Lol 7y
saresmoore Yep, good call on the sammies. That's a good sentence! 7y
Mimi28 Bitsy is awesome!!! Sandwiches are just fine. Shells are overrated. You need a night off!! 7y
MicheleinPhilly Bitsy is beautiful! Pickles and I are giving your friend the side eye. 😒 (edited) 7y
WhatDeeReads Bisty is perfect. Bitsy also seems pretty unbothered so no need to worry. Enjoy your book. It's a standing rule in my house that Mama doesn't cook on Fridays. 7y
lamaman2boys I just ordered pizza -- I figured it's Friday! 7y
Laura317 She's not fat; she's fluffy. #Bitsylove 7y
Tanner If #Bitsy is fat, then I want to be fat too! #Bitsy is perfect! 7y
Clare-Dragonfly Um, unless your friend is a vet, she doesn't get to judge Bitsy's weight! 7y
CherylDeFranceschi Someone needs new glasses. Bitsy is perfect. 🐶❤️ 7y
LauraBeth @BooksForYears, @Sace, @CocoReads, @Mariposa_Bookworm, @KarenUK, @britt_brooke, @Suzze, @Hooked_on_books, @JacqMac, @saresmoore, @Mimi28, @MicheleinPhilly, @Lucky_LaDee, @lamaman2boys, @Laura317, @Tanner, @Clare-Dragonfly, @CherylDeFranceschi She *may* have put on some winter weight but that's what spring is for. I think she's perfect! Thanks for all the love ❤. I think she's pretty perfect too 😻 I made the shells - Bitsy may have had one 7y
Jinjer Not fat at all! I can see bone structure. She's perfect. 7y
Jinjer PS I did have a dog that was slightly overweight. Vet prescribed diet dog food. Carefully proportioned. The most pathetic face ever on that dog! "why u starving me? I'm so hungry." Put her immediately back on regular food & servings, put her leash on and started walking her longer & more often. Worked like a charm. We were both happier & healthier. ☺️ 7y
LauraBeth @Jinjer I think that's the best thing you could have done! I know that personally, I'd rather be able to eat non-diet food and then just exercise. That diet dog food can't taste good. I gave Bitsy a four mile walk today and we both really enjoyed it 😀 thanks for the advice 💕 7y
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LauraBeth
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Pretty sure the bear isn't in on their scheme 😇

LeahBergen Be careful. It's a decoy! 7y
Lmstraubie I don't know...Looks a little guilty 😉 7y
Mimi28 Those two crack me up!! 😂 7y
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Karkar 😂😂😂😂😂 7y
drbethandherkindle Agreed with @LeahBergen the bear is 100% their distraction plan 😂😂 7y
meggofrank That's what they want you to think! 7y
LauraBeth @LeahBergen, @drbethandherkindle you guys were right! 😹😹 7y
LauraBeth @Lmstraubie that bear is totally guilty of something! 😹 7y
LauraBeth @Mimi28 if they harnessed their combined powers, they could rule the world! 7y
LauraBeth @Karkar, @meggofrank they convinced me of their innocence 😹 7y
Cinfhen I don't know, that bear looks a little sketchy 😉 7y
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Bookwormjillk
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Need to stop reading and go out soon, but it's so cold outside and my book is inside. If I could stay in this seems like a good read to spend my time with. I like any story that starts with a one armed man.

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rachaelclaire
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post-soviet lit and chill

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FoldedPagesDistillery
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I have heard nothing but wonderful things about this one, and I'm looking forward to this Russian history/Great Depression era read! Has anyone read it yet? Did you like it and recommend?

Stacywill8 I haven't read it, but I'm adding it to my list :) 7y
Amor4Libros I have it, but have not read it yet 7y
lamaman2boys It is on my list, but I haven't read it yet either. 7y
Gissy Beautiful photo!!! As always! ❤👌🏼 7y
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Laalaleighh
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Bf went to pick up sequel to the book I finished last night and grabbed two extra books as a surprise. Never heard of the Patriots, excited to read it!

#LitprisesAreTheBestSurprises
#TheWayToMyHeartIsThroughMyTBR

RadicalReader @Laalaleighh what an awesome looking set of covers my favorite is Patriots 7y
RadicalReader @Laalaleighh how did you make it upside down like that?!!!! 7y
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Laalaleighh @RadicalReader I used a photo collage so called layout and flipped the top picture. (edited) 7y
RadicalReader @Laalaleighh oh thanks so much for your helpful information so wonderful 7y
Laalaleighh @RadicalReader you're welcome! 7y
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LauraBeth
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Almost sunset at the library 😀

Lmstraubie Sweet 😍 7y
StacksNShelves So pretty! It's rainy here, so thanks for the bit of sunshine! ☺️ 7y
minkyb Love books and scenery! 7y
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AmyG The Patriot! I just picked his up for myself and my niece. 7y
LauraBeth I cannot wait to start it @AmyG ! 😀 7y
LauraBeth @minkyb just put books somewhere and you have instant scenery! 😀 7y
LauraBeth @StacksNShelves hope you get some sunshine soon! 🌞 7y
LeahBergen Pretty! 😘 7y
drbethandherkindle Your library view is amazing! 7y
Cinfhen I still need to read 7y
LauraBeth @drbethandherkindle I don't think I ever realized it until yesterday 😀 7y
LauraBeth @Cinfhen I'm sure you'll get to it soon 😀 7y
Gina Wow beautiful view 7y
RadicalReader @LauraBeth what is the bottom book of the pile called? 7y
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Jayhawk_In_Texas
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An early V-Day gift from the boyfriend. He knows a book makes me light up more than chocolate! I want to read all of them right now, but I am most excited for The Patriots. A debut novel and historical fiction - 2 of my favorite things!! It is about Russia and the Cold War.

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Lauren.Archer
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This was available on my library's overdrive so I grabbed. I ❤️ WWII historical fiction!

Adam_Z You're in for a treat! 7y
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AAdamson
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Just about to dive into this one.

kellock I really like the sound of this. 7y
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bookriot
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It starts in NYC during the Great Depression, when Florence leaves for a job in Moscow. But due to complications, Florence ends up staying. Many years later, her son Julian travels to the US, but continues to work in Moscow while investigating his mother‘s recently opened KGB file. What he discovers is part of a greater story of distrust and secrecy between the two countries. This poignant story of family, love, and secrets is a stunner.

AAdamson I was just sitting down to start this! 7y
Robothugs KITTY! 7y
Reecaspieces This is on my Netgalley....I am behind!!! 7y
Bette 💙🐱 7y
balletbookworm Lol, Steinbeck seems confused as to why there's a book on him. 7y
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emilygatlin
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My brain went SKKKRRRRRT and read this four times. (This book is super good if multigenerational immigrant stories are in your wheelhouse!)

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emilygatlin
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Can we bring this practice back for public restrooms/emergency gas station pit stops?!

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emilygatlin
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DIGGING the passport stamps at the beginning of each chapter. Also, does anyone else have a Metropolitan Museum of Art bookmark collection from friends who want to buy SOMETHING from the gift shop when they visit? No joke, I have four different ones. This is from my mother-in-law's 2014 trip.

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emilygatlin
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I went to the bookstore this morning with no specific agenda. I always have a book in mind, and of course end up buying everything I didn't know I needed. I've been reading more "multi-generational" historical fiction lately, in part because I want to learn more about our world, but mostly how one generation's life choices and beliefs affect the next (cough cough). Enter The Patriots. (Hidden Figures was 50% off and HELLO BOSS LADIES! ?? )

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