Berlin Calling

Name: Berlin Calling
Brand: Brilliance Audio
Availability: InStock
Author: Kelly Durham
ISBN: 9781536617313

Author: Kelly Durham

Narrator: Christopher Lane

Unabridged: 11 hr 54 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download (DRM Protected)

Publisher: Brilliance Audio

Published: 02/14/2017

Categories: Fiction, Suspense & Thriller, Historical Fiction

Synopsis

Germany 1938. While young and old are captivated by the country’s rapid ascent under the leadership of Adolf Hitler, naive Maggie O’Dea, an American studying abroad, finds her own fortunes turning after falling in love with a handsome soldier and landing a job with the Propaganda Ministry. Embodying the infectious spirit of nationalism sweeping the country, her powerful dispatches launch her broadcasting career as a champion of the Fatherland.But as Germany invades one peaceful neighbor after another and the wheels of World War II are set in motion, Maggie starts opening her eyes to the grim reality of Hitler’s intentions. Torn between her successful career rooted in the allegiance to her adopted land and a growing dread over her role in a tyrant’s ruthless reign, Maggie—supported by a new love—must fight her own war of conscience. Will she survive a conflict threatening the world…and her own life?Revised edition: This edition of Berlin Calling includes editorial revisions.

About Kelly Durham

Kelly Durham lives in Clemson, South Carolina, with his wife, Yvonne; their daughters, Mary Kate, Addison, and Callie; and their dog, George Marshall. He is the author of four previous novels, including Wade’s War, The Reluctant Copilot, The War Widow, and The Movie Star and Me. A graduate of Clemson University, Kelly served four years in the US Army with assignments in Arizona and Germany before returning to Clemson and entering private business. He was an award-winning Wendy’s franchise owner for more than twenty-five years, as well as a private pilot, and he was named a distinguished alumnus of Clemson University in 2012. For more information about the author and his work, visit www.kellydurham.com.

Reviews

Goodreads review by Cold War Conversations Podcast

Well researched and gripping historical fiction Set in Nazi Berlin with a strong female lead this book tells the story of an Irish American woman who whilst in Germany gets a job working for German Radio. The story follows her disillusionment with the Nazis and subsequent work for OSS. Kelly Durham h......more

Goodreads review by Ellie

“Berlin Calling” is a very interesting account of an American woman, Maggie, landing a job with the German radio right before the war and eventually becoming a voice of its propaganda but also, a spy for the OSS. Through Maggie’s eyes, we are shown the gradual disillusionment with the regime, the gr......more

Goodreads review by Amy J RAREtte4Life

Really good solid read from inside Germany during WW2. Good audible. Free on Amazon......more

Goodreads review by Vikki

Excellent descriptive writing, bringing the turbulent times to life. I struggled with the main character at times, but she was definitely courageous and determined. Great detail of the propaganda that went on during WWII. Glad I took a chance on this book. I received it as a Kindle First. I listened......more