Historical fiction should both entertain and make readers smarter. Alexander delivers both

Reviewer:
Tony Berry for US Review of Books
Date:
May, 2026

‘Communism was perfect in theory...’ Historical fiction should both entertain and make readers smarter. Alexander delivers both . . . Beyond the fact that the story is original, tender, and interesting, it is masterful literature about a young couple with passion and ideals. Alexander develops his characters impeccably.