This is a fine book for the reader who wants to know how global events shaped the lives of individuals during the war.

Czesław Miłosz (30 June, 1911 – 14 August, 2004) was a poet, writer and translator from Poland. Books by Czesław Miłosz* 1)      Originally born under the flag of the Russian Empire, the village of Szetejnie is now part of Lithuania. 2)      During World War II, Mr. Miłosz was in Warsaw, which was ruled by Nazi Germany. 3)      After the war, Mr. […]

Monticello is a well written and meticulously researched book told from the point of view on Martha

I enjoyed the mythology which the writer incorporated in the first story, actually is based very much on mythology.

I simply feel that the James Bond series should have gotten a much stronger finish than two short stories and two outlines for short stories.

Irvin S. Cobb (23 June, 1876 – 11 March, 1944) was a prolific American humorist, columnist and author. Books by Irvin S. Cobb* 1)      Born in Paducah, Kentucky, Mr. Cobb moved to New York when he was 28 years old. 2)      At one time, Mr. Cobb was the highest paid staff reporter in the United […]

The characters, they are complex and three dimensional, as I mentioned none are “good” and none are “evil”, but complex human beings trying to stay alive and working for their own best interest.

The research in this book, as with the author’s other books, demands special recognition. While the book is condensed, almost like a history book, it is very readable and interesting.

A recurring theme in her books were the effects of alcoholism on families.

The book is still one of the smartest, self-contained graphic novels I have read