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It was interesting in some parts. All I can say is I'm glad I took both French & Russian in college or I would have not understood some passages. It however ended abruptly. But it was an interesting read. One would need to read up on the history of Europe, Russia in particular. A bit of knowledge of european royalty would be good too!