Most of the time historical novels like this one bore me to death, but I think I have finally found one that I enjoyed. At first I was very hesitant to read it but my sister said it was a great book. Never in my life will I doubt her opinion again! When I say you need to read this book, I mean read it NOW! Reading this book changed my perspective in how the theme also interacts with my life. I loved how this novel opened my eyes to see the true meaning the author was trying to get across. I love this book, it now holds a place not only on my bookshelf, but in a very special place in my heart. I have recommended this book to some many friends. Although they may not have been listening, I got to a couple of them. Anyways what I am trying to say is that this book impressed me way more than I had expected and will go down as one of my favorite books that I have read. READ!