Tatiana and Alexander (The Bronze Horseman Trilogy Book 2)

Unlike the top critical review who titled their review as an 'unworthy successor' to the Bronze Horseman, I disagree wholeheartedly. I enjoyed this book more than its predecessor finding the unfolding story fitting more accurately into my perceptions of the characters portrayed. To me it was more honest - I found the earlier story of Tatiana's sister's relationship with Alexander ridiculous - once she was out of the story it became much more believable for me - I still fail to see why it continued the way it did! Found this book easy to read, the recaps filling in lots of gaps and the unfolding story a fascinating page-turner. Not entirely sure that the story should not have ended at this point...

I was glued to the Bronze Horseman. Literally. I ignored everyone and everything until I finished it, much to my boyfriend's annoyance; so to say that I was looking forward to the sequel was an understatement. I had high expectations of Tatiana and Alexander and thankfully I wasn't disappointed.I will say first off that it didn't hold my attention quite the way that the first book did. That's not to say that it wasn't as good, because it was. The scene setting was still flawless, the characters incredibly well-developed and the plot compelling. The only aspect that I didn't really like was the flashbacks- though I understand why the author felt the need to include them in the story. I think the reason why I wasn't quite as involved with this was because of the sense of expectation you had in the first book- you were itching for the protagonists to get together despite all the obstacles thrown at them, which kept me on the edge of my seat. This book is ultimately Alexander's time spent in labour camps following the end of WWII and Tatiana's (eventually) unfailing belief that he's still alive and her unfaltering quest to find him- which is all good and well, but it does seem somewhat rushed into the last quarter of the book.Still, I'm holding out high hopes for the third and final book- and like another reviewer I do think this would make an incredible film (but an independent film, let's not let Hollywood crucify it beyond all recognition)!

This is the follow up to The Bronze Horseman. Totally disagree with the reviewer who said the book could have been written by a different author; anyone who has read Paullina Simons before will know it's her style.We begin in 1943 when both the main characters believe each other to be dead. Tatiana is in America while Alexander remains in Russia as a Red Army Captain. The book describes the rest of their wars in brutal detail.The descriptions of the battles Alexander had were so detailed that I feel it detracted from the story; I found myself looking through the pages to see how long the chapters would be.However, the characterisation is so fabulous that you can't help but read every detail because you are desperate to know what happens to them.Perhaps a bit far fetched when she goes to Europe to find him, having discovered he is not dead after all, but the way it is written you would have to be made of stone to not be moved by the scene where they are re-united in a concentration camp in Germany.So looking forward to reading the third in the series.The only reason for the 4 stars is that there really is too much detail in the battle scenes but I suppose anyone interested in the Second World War will lap up the stories told. Have no idea how factual the book is but I would imagine a huge amount of research has gone into this novel and the horrific truth of the war is definitely well portrayed.

Enjoyed The Bronze Horseman enormously. This sequel was pretty gripping too but not quite in the same way as the first book. I downloaded the sample for the third and final book in the series but having read the reviews and the storyline I decided not to read it. I am happy with the conclusion reached at the end of Tatiana and Alexander and did not really see the need for a third novel especially as I understand that things do not go so well for T and A for a while. I wanted to remember them for their initial very powerful love story which has stayed with me for a long time. I'm not really interested in the hand they were dealt in life after this!

This is a sequel to "The Bronze Horseman" - unfortunately the author uses at least 30% of the book repeating what she has already written in "The Bronze Horseman". Further, the plot is unbelievable! I suspect this is a case of an author having one success and trying to capitalise on this success without putting any serious effort into the plot.

After book one I found that quite a lot was repetitive of the first book, so I tended to flash past some pages, nevertheless I still bought book three which was a fabulous read.

I absolutely love this book, as good as the bronze horseman. I can't wait to read tHe summer garden next paullina Simmons is a brilliant author, her writing brings to life the story, the setting and I fell in love with the two main characters tatiana and Alexander. It has sparked an interest in Russia it has really come alive for me, I knew nothing about the history or the place or the people. The story and the characters have stayed with me for weeks after finishing these books! It is a story of strength, endurance and above all hope. Fantastic.

I read this immediately after finishing the Bronze Horseman because I couldn't wait to continue the story of Alexander and Tatiana. If anything it is more compelling than the first book. The historical content is eye opening and gripping, to the point where I couldn't put it down until finally I finished it. Such hardships and suffering are almost unimaginable to this generation, these events should not be allowed to be forgotten. Now I can't wait to continue reading the final book in the trilogy.