This book is a dedication to people born in the USSR, their children and grandchildren, to those who still proudly write “Russian” in the “nationality” column. The events that the author narrates took place at a time when a box of matches cost only one penny, and the price of friendship was life. Everything that is described could happen on your street, where time seemed to stand still, containing the happy moments of your childhood. Easily and naturally immersing yourself in the fascinating story of a little girl, you will try to lift the veil of mystery again, survive disappointments and learn to live according to the dictates of your heart.