This book describes personal stories of people who lived during and before WWII in Nazi Germany. It is interesting to read how these individuals were affected by the war. Although many claim to have not been Nazis or know of concentration camps, these same people did not help any one who was persecuted by the Nazis. They just fell inline with the government where they placed their trust. The book rings familiar to some of the political ideas that are happening today. It is frightening in that manner. Overall it was a good read providing insight to one of the most horrific times in the world.

This book is a window into the lives and experiences of ordinary people living in Germany and occupied territories during WWII. It exposes some terrible events and experiences but also highlights the simple truth - war impacts all and we are all humans, regardless of the “side” we are on. The author presents the material very plainly and without analysis, adding power to the individual voices. There is no judgement. The roles played in the war are irrelevant. It is simply an opportunity to gain insight into what people experienced and how they remember it. And this makes the book incredibly powerful.