History has provided detailed accounts of the major figures of the Third Reich: Goering, Goebbels, Himmler, Heydrich, Hess and Bormann. Their wives have lingered in the shadows, but this book gives us a chance to know who they were, how they reacted to the atrocities of their husbands, and how they interacted with each other.
I found the book fascinating. When you realize that these women grew up in a Germany that had been soundly defeated in WWI, a Germany were food was scarce likewise entertainment, and luxuries, it’s easier to understand how they wanted more for their families. Looking behind the curtain of the family lives of these men makes the group more understandable, if not more sympathetic. The women were unapologetically devoted to Hitler and his policies the same way the men were.
Although there are some historical details that are inaccurate, the book as a whole is well worth reading. It introduces a broader view of those close to Hitler. I found the psychological portraits well done. The interactions between the women in this closed society were equally fascinating. If you enjoy reading about WWII, this is a good addition to your library.
I received this book from St. Martin’s Press for this review.
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