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The German Wife

Kelly Rimmer
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The German Wife

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2022

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Kelly Rimmer

The German Wife

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2022
Book Details
Pages

464

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Berlin, Germany • 1940s

Publication Year

2022

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The German Wife by Kelly Rimmer follows dual narratives of a woman from Nazi Germany and an American woman during the 1950s Space Race. Through their intertwined stories, the novel explores themes of war, survival, and moral complexity, providing a poignant look at historical and personal struggles.

Reviews & Readership

4.5

43,047 ratings

90%

Loved it

9%

Mixed feelings

1%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Kelly Rimmer's The German Wife is praised for its compelling portrayal of wartime struggles and moral complexities, with vivid character development and meticulous historical research. Nevertheless, some readers find the pacing occasionally sluggish and the narrative structure somewhat disjointed. Overall, it offers a thought-provoking and emotional read.

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Who Should Read The German Wife?

The German Wife by Kelly Rimmer will captivate readers who enjoy historical fiction, particularly those who appreciated The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah and All the Light We Cannot See by Anthony Doerr. Ideal for those who are fascinated by nuanced WWII narratives and complex character studies set against harrowing backdrops.

4.5

43,047 ratings

90%

Loved it

9%

Mixed feelings

1%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

464

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Berlin, Germany • 1940s

Publication Year

2022

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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