A book with a difference in that it’s set in pre-war Germany. This was a fascinating must read full of the reality of the horrors of that time, friendship, love, kindness, survival. Although fiction so much of it read as factual.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publishers for the ARC in return for an honest and unbiased opinion.

I read about 50% of this book and unfortunately decided to DNF. I really did love the characters, but the plot and storyline was just a little slow for me, finding it hard to concentrate on. However, I would still definitely recommend this book to others who love historical fiction, especially those in WW2, or Germany,

I loved The Berlin Girl and couldn't stop reading it! I read it in one sitting which I don't normally do, but I couldn't stop turning the page. The character development was done very well and kept me engaged throughout. If you like WWII stories, this is a must read!

I thoroughly enjoyed this story about a 1930s female newspaper reporter who accepts an assignment covering Germany during the rise of the Nazis. The characters were engaging, and the suspense and twists and turns kept the pages turning. Recommended!

This is a book I just couldn't put down. Wow. What a great story and great writing. It drew me in right from the start and kept me wanting more which I do love in a good book.

A young girl, a new job, a new country and stories that need to be told. This book had it all and was exciting, insightful and intrigue.

I loved it.

This is a book that will utterly engross you and give you a great insight into another perspective of WWII - one of a journalist, a woman in 1938-1939.

This perceptive of the war is something I have been eagerly reading and finding out more about in this book and it was a total eye opener when it comes to the press covering the Berlin pre-war. Described from Georgie's point of view it captures you from the start, thrusts you into those awful, but still not gross Nazi Germany years, and introduces you slowly of all the horrors that await the people across the Europe. The book is not so full of horrors as are the other books from this era of awfulness but a gentle description from a point of a journalist in Germany just months before the start of the war.

I adored the fact the Georgina is a woman in a man's world, that she is navigating her gender and her role in a newspaper and that she is so very full of courage when facing imminent danger.At the neginning of the book the author says that some of her role models were real women of that time, real journalists that never got the praise they should have.
The author was sometimes a little bit overboard when describing Georgie as a mater of fact hero and that was a little bit too much for me - that's why it isn't 5 stars from me.

I particularly liked everything at the end, the snippets of newspaper articles that describe where Georgie ended up and what she did after the war and all people that she encountered in Berlin, a city she couldn't not fall in love with. :)

I enjoyed this book. I have been to Berlin and it was wonderful to read about the places I've seen and to give them context for the time period while thoroughly enjoying a story. There were some editorial concerns but I think those will be/have been corrected.

A look behind the scenes of pre-war Berlin and suggestions of what was to be in the future. An emotional story and well written with interesting characters.

I wanted to love this book but for some reason I just could not get into it. The writing style is good, the character development was coming along nicely but the story just was not grabbing my attention. I'm not sure if it's because I have read too many books about WWII in the past few years or what, but unfortunately I did not finish.

Set in Berlin in 1938 Georgie, is sent to report on the rise of National Socialism. Georgie and Max's initial animosity fades as the political and social situation worsens. This is an atmospheric story with astute historical detail and insight. The main characters are vibrant, and the story's pace quickens with the relentless march towards war.

The Berlin Girl delivers a fascinating and poignant interpretation of 1938 Berlin.

I received a copy of this book from Avon Books UK via NetGalley in return for an honest review.

I always enjoy books set in this era and this one was no exception, it's right up there with the best! The story is about a young English reporter called Georgie who is sent out to Berlin to correspond about the evil Herr Hitler The descriptive writing is amazing and it makes you really feel as if your there with her, there's a great host of memorable characters that Georgie meets along the way. I loved how the book didn't just end like so many do and leaves you thinking what happens next, but instead goes on to let you know what happens to each lovable charecter. A really good read!

Such an intriguing and thrilling adventurous book
The book is set in Berlin, 1938 where Georgie Young arrives in Berlin with the fellow British journalist Max Spender.
She’s been to Germany before, two years ago for the Olympic Games and she notices how much Berlin has changed, the oppressive atmosphere and tension in the beautiful city. The Third Reich’s propaganda was everywhere; Nazi flags are flying, pictures of Hitler and the intimidating sound of Jackboots marching around the city.

The Berlin Girl is a story about life in Germany leading up to WWII, how Hitler and the Nazi party were coming to power, the atrocities and the injustice towards the Jews, but she wanted to make a difference and stop Germany to come to another war

On the other side of the story, we are facing Sara, Robin, Leon and Ester who are Jewish being afraid of the new Germany and its leader who might be a treat upon them. Everything is changing and they will be the only ones who will suffer
How the both story's intertwined, fascinated me. I love historical fiction and to be fair this one is my new favourite

I loved Georgie! She was an endearing and brave character who I loved rooting for. It was interesting to experience her shocking discoveries of how powerful and horrific the Nazi party truly was at a time when everyone was uncertain of what Hitlers leadership would actually amount to.

The first half of the novel was much stronger than the second half. Georgie’s journey took some extreme and unrealistic turns that took away from my enjoyment. I think the author tried to include too many examples of heroic behaviour within one character. However, I do appreciate learning about different avenues the Resistance used.

Wow! What an amazing novel! It started out a bit slow but honestly you needed that start and information to get you where the story was going. I absolutely loved the character Georgie ‘George.’ I loved her passion to prove herself as a budding young journalist amongst her mostly male peers. She was naive which in a foreign country on the brink of war made for quite the interesting tale. I could hardly put the book down from the 50% mark. I loved loved loved how the ending wrapped up. Whether or not this was from actual events or not I’m unsure but it was one of the best endings I’ve read this year! Five stars!!

This book contains a strong female protagonist. A female reporter in Berlin leading up to WWII. A fresh perspective into Germany on the eve of history. Insight into the propaganda and censorship forced on to reporters.

I have read all of Mandy Robothams books to date and while The German Midwife is still my favourite, The Berlin Girl is a close second.
I found Georgie to be a very likeable character who had a sharp moral compass, which I appreciated. She is naive but endearing and cares for those close to her and who she meets. When she experiences very real events leading up to WW2, such as Kristallnacht and the restrictions placed on Jewish citizens, she immediately seeks out ways to protect those closest to her, like the Amsel family.
Being a journalist, she has a natural inquisitive nature and when a fellow reporter goes missing, she begins to uncover the horrific plans of Hitler in Nazi Germany.
I enjoyed the relationship between Georgie and fellow journalist Max Spender. I feel they complemented each other and didn’t disrupt one another’s storyline.
It is one of the lighter historical fictions I’ve read but worth the read!

Georgie Young is a young female reporter, posted to Berlin with fellow Londoner Max Spender to report back to the UK what is happening in Europe in 1938. The two should be allies, but it is not definitely not friendship at first sight...

As War breaks out, the two discover that to there are certain things they must do, including being civil to each other, in order to keep themselves safe in a city that is now unwelcoming to foreigners of any kind, particularly enemy reporters.

Berlin is a dangerous place, but neither of them is willing to leave, and both are determined to get their stories heard back home. A fledgling friendship is forged between the two, as they realise that they must work together to get the outcome they both desire.

I don't want to say too much more, as I really think this is a novel that you need to discover for yourself. It is beautifully written, and really makes you feel as if you are there in that terrifying time with them.

The Berlin Girl offers a unique insight into life in Berlin in the beginning and during the first stages of WWII. It is obviously well researched, and a must for any fans of this time period of historical fiction. I can't wait for this author's next novel.

A 5 star read, for me, that tells another WWII story, that is different than most. Young reporter, Georgie Young, finds herself in Berlin on the brink of WWII. While there she meets an American Max Spender and the two see first hand the subtle changes that, Hitler and his henchmen, slowly roll out to Berlin, then all of Germany and beyond. Reporters by nature, they did themselves digging in deep and uncovering such atrocities, that can’t believe. Georgie and Max, roam around Berlin with other British and American reporters. While uncovering each new horror, they must decide to stay in Berlin or leave and then decide how they can best help, their new found friends, who are next in Hitler’s next horror. I was totally vested in this story. I kept turning the pages to see how this would all play out. Such a wonderfully, heartbreaking story of humans at their most evil and humans willing to fight that evil head on. The characters were well developed and the story was excellent. I want to thank Netgalley & Mandy Robotham, for my copy, for an honest review. It was my pleasure to read it and let others know about this book. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did.

Another fantastic book written by Mandy Robotham, having previously read The Secret Messenger I couldn’t wait for this - it certainly didn’t disappoint.
Written beautifully, Mandy portrays the historical events of Nazi ruled Berlin in the lead up to WW2. The harrowing events experienced under Nazi rule are brought to life and addressed carefully hitting the emotions of the reader hard with a great deal to suspense towards the end. I couldn’t put this book down!

Georgie Young, a reporter from London, is posted to Nazi Berlin. With the support of fellow journalist Max Spender, they dig deeper into the brutal Nazi presence. Well written and a fine example of historical fiction in this genre.