Written as a children's book, this well told tale that encompasses the last 90 days of Hitler's life will enthrall you. Even though we know how the story ends, the in-depth look at the inner workings of the Allied Army and Nazi Germany presented almost side by side will put a very different spin on how you view the end of World War 2.
I especially appreciated that O'Reilly alternated chapters between what was going on with the Allies and what was going on within the Nazi army. The tale covers the last gasp of the Nazi army, beginning just before the Battle of the Bulge. Reading through the book, you realize just how close the Nazi army came to winning the battle and potentially changing the course of the war. I came away from the book with a new respect for the genius of General Patton. If not for his cunning, the war on the European front could have lasted much longer.I also appreciated the look into Hitler's inner circle in his final days. As his paranoia and circle of distrust grew, this charismatic leader became a shadow of the man he was. I don't think I ever before understood the struggles that surrounded the Nazi leadership in its final days.
Curious about the events that surrounded the final days of Nazi Germany? This book will clarify many points that have been shrouded with the passing of time. Sometimes, we need to be reminded of what has happened before. Harsh lessons were learned that should never be forgotten.
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