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    Three Hours in Paris
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    Three Hours in Paris - Kate Rees by Cara Black
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    Three Hours in Paris by Cara Black is a historical thriller set during the Nazi occupation of France in World War II. The story follows Kate Rees, an American sharpshooter recruited by British Intelligence to assassinate Adolf Hitler during his brief visit to Paris. As Kate navigates through a dangerous mission filled with espionage, betrayal, and suspense, readers are taken on a gripping journey through a dark and tumultuous time in history.

    The plot of the book is fast-paced, with a strong focus on Kate's character development, her motivations, and the challenges she faces as she races against time to complete her mission. The writing style is described as well-researched, engaging, and immersive, drawing readers into the heart-pounding narrative of a woman seeking revenge for the loss of her family amidst the chaos of war-torn Paris.


  2. William L. Shirer's 'The Rise and Fall of the Third Reich: A History of Nazi Germany' is an exhaustive examination of the Third Reich, tracing its origins from the aftermath of World War I to its complete destruction in 1945. Shirer, a former correspondent in pre-WWII Germany, provides a detailed account of how the German people turned to supporting a radical political party in response to their government's ineffectiveness. The book covers the intellectual and philosophical inspirations behind the Third Reich, the near-miss assassination attempts, and the inner workings of the Nazi regime, offering a comprehensive look at this dark period in history.

    ON THE VERY EVE of the birth of the Third Reich a feverish tension gripped Berlin. The Weimar Republic, it seemed obvious to almost everyone, was about to expire. For more than a year it had been fast...

  3. 'Killing Hitler: The Plots, The Assassins, and the Dictator Who Cheated Death' by Roger Moorhouse delves into the numerous assassination attempts against Hitler, ranging from lone wolf types, Wehrmacht officers, resistance groups in occupied countries, to foreign powers. The book explores the historical context and motivations behind these plots, highlighting the sheer number and variety of attempts made on Hitler's life. Moorhouse skillfully weaves together individual stories of plotters and their near misses, painting a vivid picture of the relentless efforts to eliminate the dictator who managed to evade death until his own hand.

    Moorhouse's writing style is engaging and informative, providing a detailed account of the conspiracies and operations to kill Hitler. The book is well-structured, with logical storytelling that keeps the reader captivated, despite occasional deviations from the main topic. By analyzing the motivations of the would-be assassins and offering insights into the failed attempts, Moorhouse sheds light on the historical significance of these events and the impact they had on Hitler's reign of terror.

    One day a completely harmless man will establish himself in an attic flat along the Wilhelmstrasse. He will be taken for a retired schoolmaster. A solid citizen, with horn-rimmed spectacles, poorly sh...

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