The Kitchen Boy

I have to admit. Russia doesn't really appeal to me (though oddly enough I once wanted to focus on Eastern Europe as my concentration for international relations). I wasn't thrilled by this task for the College Students Spring/Summer Challenge. (Particularly because I had no desire to tackle Anna Karenina!) But I actually liked this book, especially after the first half. The ending was a good wrap to the book, and then the epilogue will have your jaw dropping in utter confusion. You won't see it coming!