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Russian Winter

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The narrative unfolds as Nina Revskaya, a former Bolshoi Ballet star, reflects on her tumultuous past while auctioning her exquisite jewelry collection. Memories of her Russian homeland flood back, revealing a life marked by the enchantment of dance, love, and the harsh realities of Stalinist oppression. A shocking revelation leads to a profound betrayal, ultimately prompting her daring escape to the West. This poignant tale intertwines personal history with the broader backdrop of a tumultuous era, exploring themes of resilience and transformation.

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Russian Winter, Daphne Kalotay

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2019
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English
Released
2019
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Paperback
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496
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9780061962172
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Russian winter
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The narrative unfolds as Nina Revskaya, a former Bolshoi Ballet star, reflects on her tumultuous past while auctioning her exquisite jewelry collection. Memories of her Russian homeland flood back, revealing a life marked by the enchantment of dance, love, and the harsh realities of Stalinist oppression. A shocking revelation leads to a profound betrayal, ultimately prompting her daring escape to the West. This poignant tale intertwines personal history with the broader backdrop of a tumultuous era, exploring themes of resilience and transformation.