'Sweetest Enemy' is the second book by Joanna Czechowska, which describes the story of the Polish family (Rodziny Baranów) who settled down in the UK after the Second World War. This time, Joanna described the 1980s and 1990s: how the social changes in Poland (the raise and evolution of the "Solidarność") did influence lives of British Poles. In a gentle way Czechowska is speaking about problems like double identity, alienation, sense of disaccord, loneliness. It is a thought-provoking novel, forcing the reader to formulate conclusions. The story is told with a nice, easy to read language. Moreover, it uncovers the Polish mentality and attitudes without judging. If one enjoyed reading 'The Black Madonna of Derby', this book is a must-read then. However, if one is not familiar with Czechowska's writing, then it is time to change it. Recommending with both hands. A great idea for a gift. ( )