I read War and Peace a number of years ago, and though it is heavy slogging to get through it, it really is a fantastic read. It's a little difficult at first to keep track of the multitude of characters, but once you settle in to the book, it's actually quite an engaging read. I found the shifting perspectives and storylines to be a real strength of the story. I hope that anyone out there who is considering taking the book on does so, although leave yourself plenty of time! Enjoy!
