Algis Ratnikas

Nicely written novel on Jewish life in Lithuania as the Nazis pushed back the Soviets during WWII. The horror of the events of the time are revealed through just a handful of characters in one small town, each struggling in their own way to cope with powers beyond their control. I commend Mr. Kanovich for his insightful character renderings and fair treatment of a time and place truly handed over to the "Devil's Spell".