A very enjoyable read with a fascinating historical timeframe and exotic (little known) setting. The plot was just offbeat enough to be original without being too bizarre. The main characters are well rounded and believable. Highly recommend!

What a fascinating book. Brilliantly researched and evoked. Loved all the details of Trieste and the political complexities.

The book covers a fascinating period of Italy's history, covering the impact of the Fascist movement in the 1930s, on the everyday life of its citizens living in the North of the country. Having lived in that part of Italy, I can relate to the people, the towns and the events.
The main characters are well constructed in some depth, and are believable.
The author is clearly very eloquent and knows her subject matter very well. However, I found the book lacked pace and sadly, from my perspective, was not particularly absorbing.

The book is a good period piece about pre World War 2 in Italy and the rise of fascism. I noticed many parallels with society today.