An apology for those who hoped I'd read and review Doctor Zhivago by Boris Pasternak

I have tried to read Doctor Zhivago by Boris Pasternak, but realize I can't do that. Either the writing or translation is incredibly awkward, and my hatred for Boris Pasternak's decision to become a christian is very strong that its coloring in the work so much that I can't stand it. Again I am very sorry, but life is too short and tons of more books await me.

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