Makhorka: The Green Cigarette

By Matilda Yenowich Dumbrill

Based on real events, MAKHORKA is the epic story of Danya and Mikolai, two young lovers torn apart by the turmoil of turn-of-the-century Russia. With Danya's help, Mikolai mounts a daring escape from the Tsar's army and sets out to make a new life in America while Danya stays behind. Alone and fighting to survive the frigid winters with only hope to cling to, Danya is betrayed by those closest to her and must find the strength to overcome their heartless treachery.Years later in 1920s America, Danya's dreams of love and New World prosperity quickly turn to hardship as the Great Depression catapults her into another desperate struggle to survive. When she uncovers fraud by a respected member of the community, Danya decides to act, not expecting the vicious reaction that threatens to tear her family apart.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 150238339X
• ISBN13: 9781502383396
• Release Date: November 2014
• Publisher: CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform
• Length: 470 Pages
• Weight: 0.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.5" x 1.2" x 5.5"