City of Women / David R. Gillham / 392 pages

Engrossing story about our choices in life and how small decisions can change us forever.  This character-driven novel will put you into the heart of wartime Berlin when most all of the men are on the front lines and women are left to survive increasingly dire circumstances, gestapo tactics, air raids and neighbors who report everything to The Party officials.  There are stories of unbelievable bravery, compassion, and courage as well as stories of betrayal, brutality and bullies.  Sigrid's story is universal as we all witness atrocities and the questions then and now are "what would I do," "what can I do," and "what impact can one person have."  This book provides ample discussion fodder for book clubs.