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The Romanov Sisters: The Lost Lives of the Daughters of Nicholas and Alexandra

Helen Rappaport
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The Romanov Sisters: The Lost Lives of the Daughters of Nicholas and Alexandra

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2014

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Helen Rappaport

The Romanov Sisters: The Lost Lives of the Daughters of Nicholas and Alexandra

Nonfiction | Autobiography / Memoir | Adult | Published in 2014
Book Details
Pages

492

Format

Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction

Setting

Russia • Early 20th Century

Publication Year

2014

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

16+ years

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Helen Rappaport's The Romanov Sisters: The Lost Lives of the Daughters of Nicholas and Alexandra delves into the personal lives of the four Romanov daughters, Olga, Tatiana, Maria, and Anastasia. Through extensive research, the book provides a detailed look at their upbringing, relationships, and experiences within the backdrop of Imperial Russia's final years.

Reviews & Readership

4.1

26,521 ratings

72%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Helen Rappaport's The Romanov Sisters: The Lost Lives of the Daughters of Nicholas and Alexandra is praised for its detailed research and vivid portrayal of the Romanov sisters' lives. Critics commend its emotional depth and engaging narrative, though some find it overly sentimental and occasionally lacking in broader historical context. Overall, it’s a compelling, though sometimes narrow, glimpse into the Romanov family.

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Who Should Read The Romanov Sisters: The Lost Lives of the Daughters of Nicholas and Alexandra?

Readers who enjoy The Romanov Sisters: The Lost Lives of the Daughters of Nicholas and Alexandra by Helen Rappaport are fascinated by Russian history, royal dynasties, and personal stories of historical figures. Fans of Robert K. Massie's Nicholas and Alexandra or Alison Weir's biographies of English queens will find this book captivating.

4.1

26,521 ratings

72%

Loved it

20%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

492

Format

Autobiography / Memoir • Nonfiction

Setting

Russia • Early 20th Century

Publication Year

2014

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

16+ years

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