The story of the book really touched me, although I found it a bit slow at first, but after halfway through it became more fluid and captivating. The book really struck me for the themes it addresses: the war against the Jews and the solidarity between Italians and Jews.

I found this book interesting, especially from a historical perspective. It's packed with information and facts related to the events of World War II, yet told in an engaging way. It allowed me to learn new stories and get to know the characters who lived during that period. I found it quite easy to read, with careful vocabulary research and the author's extensive knowledge of several languages. I found it perhaps a little difficult to understand due to the two conflicting stories, which then intertwine in an interesting way. I enjoyed it because it recounts terrible events that really happened, but in a light-hearted way, thanks to the tales of everyday life, people's habits, and small romantic encounters.

The book struck me with its ability to transport the reader to a historical period no longer so close to us, yet so important that it resonates deeply with us. Each chapter reveals new faces of the different characters, as if each of them were assembled like a puzzle, piece by piece, making the reading even more engaging. I also really appreciated the narrative's pace, as it is well-balanced, keeping the reader curious and wanting to know how the story ends. It is a pleasant read, capable of offering food for thought on human nature and the challenges we face in our search for self-discovery.

I found the author's choice to tell the story of the bonds and conflicts of a circus company in the midst of World War II highly original. What particularly struck me was that, unlike many other historical novels, this one sheds light on obscure themes, but above all, highlights the true "freedom" of the inhabitants during the war years, one example being the impossibility of participating as an actor or spectator in a circus performance. This is precisely why I appreciated the text and its plot, which I must say is very moving, as it presents a harsh and unfortunately true reality that has fortunately changed today.

The narrative is certainly very fluid and enjoyable. The author allows us to observe two different points of view on the war, which ultimately converge, and this leads to a deep engagement. The description of events from this perspective allows us to immediately become enthralled with the book.