I wasn't sure what to expect when I started reading the first look. I have never read Ruta Sepetys' other books but they are on my TBR. I really enjoyed reading the first few chapters of this! I started reading it and didn't want to stop until it was done. I didn't know much about this time in history in Romania or Communism, so it was very eye-opening. I also thought the cover was very interesting and really drew me in. I can't wait to keep reading!