I had a tough time reading this book due to the many changes with characters. I started off enjoying it and then found myself putting it down and coming back to it days later. Mistake! I want to reread this in one sitting as one reviewer advised and give it another chance. …more I may find more cohesiveness and get the full picture. I do think the writing was good. The story, at the time of reading, was too scattered. (less)

I thought the book was pretty interesting. But the main character Isobelle was extremely insecure and frustrating. To constantly read about her insecurities irritated me. I enjoyed learning a little about the Romanovs and how they hid their jewels. That was amazing. I would …more have enjoyed learning more. The other characters were interesting. It was a good book. (less)