“The Diary of a New Russian Woman” by the St. Petersburg writer Elena Kolina is perhaps the first women’s novel in Russian where there is more laughter than tears, and more optimism than bitterness. We warn you: it’s not recommended to read it in public places. Hilarious scenes from the lives of friends and relatives of the anonymous heroine, descriptions of her love adventures, and all our with-you strange life will make you laugh so loudly that it may disturb those around you!