The Unique One is a sweeping historical novel set against the backdrop of Imperial Russia's fading aristocracy. Vera Semyonova, a bookish noblewoman with revolutionary ideals, shares an unbreakable bond with her cousin Ivan Volkov-until his commission in the prestigious Preobrazhensky Guards forces them apart. As Ivan departs for St. Petersburg's glittering society, Vera remains at Ostankino estate, unaware that her father secretly conspires with the Decembrists' rebellion.
Torn between duty and desire, their promises are tested by the gathering storms of revolution.
The Unique One is a sweeping historical novel set against the backdrop of Imperial Russia's fading aristocracy. Vera Semyonova, a bookish noblewoman with revolutionary ideals, shares an unbreakable bond with her cousin Ivan Volkov-until his commission in the prestigious Preobrazhensky Guards forces them apart. As Ivan departs for St. Petersburg's glittering society, Vera remains at Ostankino estate, unaware that her father secretly conspires with the Decembrists' rebellion.
Torn between duty and desire, their promises are tested by the gathering storms of revolution.