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Title: Revelation.
Subtitle: 1937-1942
#Stalin_era_romance
Genre: Historical drama, women's fiction, autobiographical chronicle
What this book is about:
This is a poignant story of Lisa Zaretskaya, a young woman whose life unfolds against the backdrop of one of the darkest periods in Soviet history-the Stalinist repressions and the beginning of the Great Patriotic War. The narrative begins in 1937 in the small Belarusian town of Senno and takes the reader through years of fear, love, betrayal, and the struggle for survival.
Lisa is an unusual heroine: beautiful, intelligent, yet fateful. Her destiny intertwines with those of her family, lovers, and enemies. Through her eyes, we witness how repressions shatter lives, how love becomes both salvation and a curse, and how war blurs the line between good and evil.
Why you should read it:
· Strong Female Voice: Lisa is a complex, multifaceted character whose inner strength and vulnerability make you empathize with her on every page.
· Historical Authenticity: The book immerses you in the atmosphere of pre-war Belarus, depicting the daily life, moods, and tragedies of ordinary people.
· Drama of Human Relationships: Love, jealousy, betrayal, family secrets-all woven into a gripping plot that holds you until the very last line.
· Philosophical Depth: The author raises questions about honor, duty, freedom of choice, and the price of love in a totalitarian society.
Who this book is for:
For lovers of historical fiction, strong female characters, and emotional family sagas. For those who appreciate deep psychological portraits and stories of survival under extreme circumstances.
Key Themes:
· Love and betrayal
· Family secrets and duty
· A woman's fate in an era of repression
· War as a test of humanity
· The choice between honor and survival
"This is not just a book-it's a journey into the past, filled with pain, passion, and hope. Lisa will stay with you long after you turn the last page.