Fatherland

Great book, Horrible topic

This was a very good book and I'd reccomend it to anyone. HOWEVER, the general topic of the book and even THINKING of the Nazi's having won the War brings much sadness and distress. Nonetheless, one should read it for it's entertainment value

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altternate history

interesting alternate reality. not much of a stretch either.of note is the terrorism scenario that seems eerily precient

the horrible thoughts of what this might have been.

If you can stomach the awful ideas of what this could have been, The victory of this evil regime, it's a good read. I found it entertaining and interesting but personally most upsetting. I also disagree with the author that something like this could have been kept a secret.

Springtime for Hitler

In ¿Fatherland,¿ Harris paints a fascinating picture of a Europe as it might have been reshaped and defined by German victory at the end of World War II. It takes place in 1964, when Hilter's 75th birthday approaches. The story unfolds against the backdrop of preparations for this great event - which will include a visit to Berlin by none other than President Kennedy - President JOSEPH Kennedy, that is. The story takes us from a run of the mill accidental death to a crime that could bring an end to the existence of this perfectly-modeled Aryan society, not to mention world harmony. Caught in the midst of this maelstrom, a German officer struggles with his conscience. And with his love for an American journalist, threatened by powerful forces that want to sustain the existing power. The novel intrigues by reminding us, in a sinister way, that history is written by the winning side. And I liked the ending, as well: it may not be happy, but it is uplifting.

Alternate historical fiction that is suspenseful and intriguing

FATHERLAND is a tale of homocide, government conspiracy and romance that will make the reader ask, " what if? " Set in Hitler's Greater Germania of 1964, the story uses the names and histories of real people from the W.W.II era, and gives a vision of the world that might have been had the Nazis been ultimate victors in Europe.

One of the best of its kind!

This story was truly unique and amazingly entertaining. I was glued to the pages almost instantly and could not wait to get back to it after I put it down. It also had a very climatic ending. I highly recomend this book. I wish Robert Harris would or could write more books on a regular basis.

great story

I thought this book was a great read. Robert Harris is a great story teller. The book will have you thinking way after the last pages have been read. A sure to please novel!

Spectacular!

I could not put the book down for even a second...Fatherland is expertly written with a cool alternative history, classic romance, and a plot that twists and turns. This would make a great movie. If you're like me who enjoys books and films about World War II and Nazis...pick up this book.

good atmosphere

I agree with what the previous reviewers have said. I enjoyed this book even though, in some sense, it must be said that the topic is somewhat depressing. I wrote this review only to note how well the book creates an atmosphere. When you finish a chapter its hard to remember you don't live in Germany.

Amazingly real

I found this book increadable, robert harris manages to portry a fictional world in a non-fiction book. All the characters and events seemed so real i have choose to study for my school RPR.

excellent

what an extraordinary read ths was! i throughly enjoyed this book from cover to cover and recommend 'fatherland' to anyone looking for a great thought-provocating mystery novel

Terrific!!

I would give this book 5 stars because its juct so damn good! Harris creates a powerful and detailed image of Nazi society in the 1960's. I alos recommend Archangel because whereas Fatherland delt with how Hitler didn't write any of his orders down, Archangel deals with the fact that Stalin did. Rob Harris is a great writer. BUY IT!!

good read

interesting take on history...hard to put down

A must!

A great book. This book is not just a mystery, but a plausible interpretation of what could have happened if the Germans had won the war. It'll get you thinkin'.

Marvellous

Harris has written a very good 'what-if' Novel, he writes with a great touch and notices little details which make the book highly interesting. The characters are realistic and their motions even more. This thriller will hold the readers attention until the end. Only one thing disturbed me; In the end, Harris points out what really happened to some of the REAL charcaters he has used in his book, there´s no mentioning on the humane acts which Dr. Stuckart carried out during the war risking his own life.

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