Four Strong Women: A Glimpse of Germany's Untold History 1938-1957

From a review: Although this is the second book in a series, it is a prequel that can be read independently of the other books. Dukelow has a great sense of the personal details that reveal the larger history of epic events. If you think you know the big picture of the European Theater in World War II, this novel colors in the background, illuminating the social scene in Germany. Many novels have dealt with the lives of civilians in Great Britain and France during the war. This book takes a fascinating look at the struggles of four generations of heroic German women living through the Nazi era and its aftermath. In addition to his deft handling of the history, geography, and culture of the time and place, Dukelow has created appealing and memorable characters, especially the four women referred to in the title.