I enjoyed Zoya, from her childhood to her golden years. It gave me major Forest Gump vibes and I liked how Danielle Steel connected major pop culture and historic events. The storyline followed well and at times I felt like I was there...watching Zoya's life unfold. At times it was your typical Novel and read or ended as such... a bit typical or even predictable. Even with an air of predictability the book was exciting, sad, and a true comeback story.