It began innocently enough for Diane McMurrin, her husband, Roger, and their teenage son, Matthew: A five-week vacation to Ukraine shortly after the fall of the Soviet Union. But while there, Roger, a... This description may be from another edition of this product.
This excellent story of an American couple who emigrate to Kiev, Ukraine, to start an orchestra and choir will challenge and amuse you. The author's sensitive insights about learning to adapt to a new culture are helpful to anyone trying to understand cultural differences. This story takes place during the post-Soviet era and gives an awareness of the daily struggles of a nation trying to adapt to new freedoms and economic system. The writer's style is thoughtful and entertaining and you will have a hard time putting the book down.
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