OnlineBookClub Reviews East to West across Russia: The Long Journey Home

When Daniel was nine, he rode his first train, and he was hooked. He always dreamed of riding the Trans-Siberian Railway. It runs through Russian territory and is the longest train ride you can experience. He finally got to ride the Trans-Siberian, and this book, East to West Across Russia: The Long Journey Home, by Daniel C. A. Christianson, tells the story of his ride. Daniel was born and raised Catholic, but after he found out that they were abusing and raping women and murdering babies, children, and adults, he stopped practicing the religion. He still has some questions he wants answered. Is there a God? And does the universe exist because of a massive explosion? He once had a lover, but they are no longer together, and he is still grieving the loss of that relationship. Daniel enjoyed his train ride immensely and visited famous museums, cathedrals, cemeteries, the Red Square in Moscow, and many more. At each town that he stopped at, he gave an account of the history of the town and whether anyone famous had lived there. It was delightful to visit and explore Russia through his eyes. I truly enjoyed this book, and it was interesting to travel through Russia and learn about its history. It surprised me how much I enjoyed the experience of reading this book. The writing flowed easily across the pages, and it was easy to understand. The author wrote the book in plain and simple words so that everyone would understand it. The editing was flawless, as I found no errors. There was no profanity or sexual content in the book, so it is suitable for readers of all ages. The only thing I disliked about the book was the repeated mention of his lost love, but it did not detract from my enjoyment. I can only give this book what it deserves: 5 out of 5 stars. If you are a history buff, you will certainly enjoy this book, as well as just about anyone. 

Post Views : 25