Tuesday, August 19, 2008

A Short History of Tractors in Ukrainian - Marina Lewycka

While not a bad book, I was none-the-less somewhat disappointed by it.

While light and funny at times, it seemed to lack some of the depth and substance I had expected of it. I failed to connect with the characters on any meaningful level.

The story is of an elderly widower, who marries a gold digging immigrant. His daughters who have been feuding, must come together in an attempt to save their Dad.

If you are looking for a book to help you pass the time, this book will certainly do. If you are looking for a book that will make you say "wow!" and become a favorite, you may, like me, be disappointed.

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