A great story, ambitious and enthralling. At the start the premise, Hitler using a fortune teller seemed a little unbelievable however this impression did not last and the interactions seemed believable. The pacing was a little strange in places but I enjoyed the story and the way in which it was told. The author has places it well in history and it tells the story of these war years well, adding human details. Edith is a very likeable protagonist and the story has many strands of narrative which make this an enjoyable read.

I found this book a bit of a chore to read. I usually whip through WW2 fiction but this book was repetitive, switched from first to third person from one paragraph to the next without a warning, and there were a few typos and missing words. I felt like it needed a good edit and proofread. The characters were okay although the MF came across as a bit too needy - and easily led. Overall a disappointment, but it is a good idea for a novel. With thanks for the e-ARC to read and review.

Wow what an excellent and gripping story. Twists and turns which made this book a real page turner. Highly recommend this book

Thank you to the publishers and NetGalley for allowing me to read this book in advance of its release.

Whilst I was gripped by the synopsis of this book on applying for the ARC copy, the reality of the read was less gripping. The pacing of the book felt a little bit inconsistent in places, some went by at blistering speed (the romantic development of the main characters being one point) and at times it felt as though the author was stalling for time. This paired with the switch from first to third person POV, sometimes mid chapter with no warning or marking, made it difficult to follow at points. The story itself had so much promise, but these difficulties overshadowed what could have been a brilliant read. The twists at the end of the story were a little bit on the predictable side, but otherwise made for a good ending.

Edith is a clairvoyant. and who is her worst client?
Historical fiction needs to be nuanced for me to like it, and I appreciated Edith as the MC and wanted to read more about her.
The writing style of Maetis and the tension stood out for me. Overall, this was an engaging read on a subject matter that I had not read about before.
Any context that you might see other than in the promotional materials would be spoilers. But I’ll give you one of my favourite lines in this book, “What? The old boyfriend they shared at one stage?”
3.75 stars.

Thank you to NetGalley, the publishers and the author for this ARC.

I really enjoyed this! I love WW2 books so I knew it would be right up my street and it lived up to the hype!

Would recommend to anyone who loves historical thrillers.

I loved this book - it really lived up to the expectations. Thank you to the writer, publisher, and NetGalley for allowing me to review this book.

This is an interesting novel with a lot of popular appeal, as the subject matter intrigues the reader and the story has plenty of twists and turns and dramatic moments which hold the reader's attention throughout. Although the principal characters are not presented with great psychological depth, because the novel can be read as a 'thriller' as well as a historical novel, I feel sure that many readers will not find that overly problematic. This should do well as a good 'deckchair' read for thriller lovers.

Edith is invited to become a fortune teller for Hitler, to help with the war effort. Not convinced with the job role, Edith takes time to ponder it. The British ask for her support and to come on board and pass false predictions to Hitler. This is her story of her job as Hitler’s personal fortune teller and how she has to evade authorities and her personal story.

This story is entrancing and exciting and face paced. Great for any fiction of historical drama lovers.

I’ve said this before, I’m not really into historical fiction, but oh how good it was to read this book.

Ay first I wasn’t into it, but the more I read the more I enjoy. I didn’t know that this book took inspiration from Hitler actually employing fortune tellers.

Edith is an amazing character, I don’t think I got to know her completely, but I like how it was so easy to understand her actions. Whenever she pushed her luck I found myself nervous towards the future, about what would happen with her family and relatives.

I think the last chapters of the book were the best.

Please forgive me if I misspelled something. English is not my foreign language. Thank you.

Thank you so much Netgalley, Viking and Penguin general UK.

The Fortune Teller of Berlin is based, albeit appearingly very loosely, on a true story. This book follows Edith, a trusted clairvoyant for Adolf Hitler, through WW2. It is gripping and suspenseful, following themes of courage and loyalty, and weaves through the spirit and impact of the resistance movement. I’d been eagerly awaiting my chance to read this and it did not disappoint!

I really liked this. The style of writing, the tone and pace, the intensity, and the very many characters. It was the right balance of pave and energy, and the occasionally scattered chapters of Teresa's meetings retelling the story back kept my interest gauged.
A haunting and captivating read, I didn't want to put this down.

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I have never read anything from Maetis before but I really enjoyed this book.

The book is centred around Edith Creutzen, who is a fortune teller that has escaped the Natzi's and fled to Paris after Hitler had ordered the execution of her mentor

The book starts with the French resistances failed attempt to assassinate Hitler on his visit to Paris, where he visits Edith to ask her some questions about his war campaign through his officers. She is then asked/forced to take the job of Hitler's fortune teller and she is to move her and her daughter back to Berlin. Her friend Teresa encourages her to go and work with the British to bring down Hitler. In a tense existence for Edith, never knowing if she or her family will survive another day, will she find the love and support she needs to see her through this ordeal.

This book took me longer to read than normal, partly because of my busy schedule but also because you want to take it all in. The characters are well written and there are times where you feel trapped alongside Edith. I enjoy reading books about WW2 and to read one from the German side was refreshing, the story of the bravery of people on the inside trying hard to disrupt the Reich.

I would recommend this book to anyone who loves this genre.

Thank you to NetGalley, publishers and the author for this ARC.

I love a historical fiction story, especially around the war. This book was compelling and a page turner.

Would definitely recommend.

beautifully written, a unique take and very addictive. I loved it. Thank you very much for my ARC copy, Netgalley and publisher

Thanks to netgalley for supplying this advanced copy for the purpose of review.

I love fiction set during the second World War and was looking forward to reading this. I found the story to be compelling and gripping. There is a plethora of books set in this time period and I felt the storyline was unique enough to keep me turning the pages.

The Fortune Teller of Berlin is so much more than the title suggests. It merges historical fiction with fact, topped by the premise that Hitler used a clairvoyant to help him plan his strategies. Unbeknown to Hitler, this clairvoyant Edith Creutzen not only had a very personal, and secret, reason to wish for Hitler’s downfall but she had also been recruited as a spy for the Special Operations Executive.
She is persuaded to move to Berlin with her young daughter and where her parents live. Through her meetings with Hitler during which she has to encourage and flatter him while simultaneously manoeuvring him into making strategic mistakes, carrying and delivering coded messages and embarking on a relationship with her SS minder, Edith puts her family at terrible risk. J C Maetis has penned a terrific thriller which gives us a terrifying insight into Hitler and the unspeakable cruelty meted out by his underlings, transporting us to Churchill’s war cabinet and from Paris to Berlin and then finally Deia in Majorca. Thanks to Penguin and NetGalley for the eARC.

Stretching from Churchill's offices to the plots of the French Resistance, this novel boasts multiple layers. It is set in Majorca in 1973, as well as in Paris and Berlin during World War II.

Edith Creutzen, a clairvoyant, is selected by Hitler to join him in Berlin and assist his war efforts. Little does Hitler know, Edith is secretly working for the French Resistance and British Intelligence, manipulating his military decisions and undermining Germany's efforts. Unbeknownst to everyone, Edith harbors a personal vendetta against Hitler for the murder of her predecessor, another clairvoyant.

The pages of this novel are hauntingly filled with fear and paranoia as Edith delves deeper into the heart of Nazi Berlin and Hitler's maniacal reality. Tension tightens around Edith as she walks a tightrope, telling Hitler what he wants to hear while skillfully manipulating him based on Allies' coded instructions collected from secret meetups in bookshops. All the while, she is under the watchful and lustful eyes of Stefan, her SS chaperone.

The protagonist, Edith, is exceptionally likable and credible. The novel explores themes of strength, friendship, revenge, and love.

This story begs the question of the truth behind Hitler's alleged use of the occult and fortune tellers to determine his military strategies.

It is a gripping tale that kept me guessing until the very end. The narration is superb, allowing for easy reading. Although readers well-versed in similar novels may find the story familiar, it remains undeniably enjoyable, culminating in a twist that is sure to surprise.

A story about a woman who ends up being Hitlers fortune teller. Trying to save her family while helping the Allies with her predictions and influence over Hitlers decisions is a dangerous and difficult task. Along the way we discover more secrets about her motivations and also how far her and her partner need to go to stay safe. A good pace with lots of twists and turns touching on most groups affected by Hitler and his henchmen

This novel is truly invigorating her terror becomes yours as you see the man the world feared a man who still haunts many, up close and personally. Historical fiction with a slice of fantasy - I would highly recommend this page turner of a novel.