I don’t know how to review this book. I feel like it should be required reading in school. I didn’t know anything about the German resistance against Hitler and this book talked about it a bit, but mostly focused on the wives of the resistors and what happened to them. It’s interesting seeing how Hitler managed to brainwash so many Germans with his rhetoric and ideals, and that even when the people realized what he was actually doing, they chose to ignore the truth because it was too hard to accept. It’s not a part of history that was talked about much in class, so I’m glad I read this book.

Marianne is a complex character who is strong and determined, yet has realistic faults. All the main women do in this book. I found myself relating to different aspects of each character and really thinking about how it applies to my life or how I would have reacted in their situation.

Overall, a very thought-provoking reading and highly recommend if you’re in the mood for historical fiction!