Why Roberta Rich finds inspiration in Anna Karenina's downfall

RobertaRich, the author of A Trial in Venice, loves Leo Tolstoy's classic novel AnnaKarenina. For her, it's the one book that never gets old.

"The book I go back to again and again, both for inspiration and instruction, is Anna Karenina by Leo Tolstoy. I adore the book because I think he showsa brilliant insight into the hearts and minds of women.The emotional trajectory of Anna's downfall is beautifully paced and I think the dialogue is wonderful.

"Whenever I'm looking for comfort or inspiration I turn to Anna Karenina. It's a book I go back to, over and over again, because I've learned so much from it."

Roberta Rich's comments have been edited and condensed