I really enjoyed this memoir. The author grew up in the Soviet Union and left as a young adult with her family. As a Russian Jew, she did not have to escape or defect, as seen in the movies. She and her family left the USSR as refugees. Her insight into life in the USSR was fascinating. I enjoyed her stories and sense of humor. She also provided insight into the Russian stereotypes I was familiar with as an American growing up during the Cold War era. She also explained the immigrant experience through readable and entertaining essays.
I would recommend this book to anyone interested in the Soviet Union, its people and culture. The Soviet era has ended; but autobiographies, such as this one, preserve the stories of its average citizens for future generations.
Thanks to the publisher and NetGalley for an ARC of this audiobook in exchange for an honest review.

My review is based on the audiobook version and I found it a bit so so. The narrator had a good voice but maybe I’m just not into this genre? I found it hard to follow the book so I’m afraid it’s only a 2 star.

Thanks to NetGalley for an advanced copy in exchange for an honest review.