“This book deals with Jews and the depression. Anna kept her adultery a secret and had a daughter with a man other than her husband--(Paul from the sequel, The Golden Cup). Paul knew about his daughter but the daughter never knew for sure, only suspected. Anna's husband suspected but his suspicions were never confirmed. He died not knowing.
Belva Plain's writing is very descriptive and it amazes me how much research she puts into her books. She is a marvelous historical fiction writer about family sagas in my opinion. This is the first in a sequence of three books. I liked this book very much.
Karen Zemek, author of "My Funny Dad, Harry" ”
Karen Z wrote this review Sunday, February 10 2008.
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