Review of Untertauchen

[Honey Kapa]

I feel like this is worth it to read. I've been searching for a book that's interesting to read, and this absolutely caught my attention and interest. I'd really love to read this one, I'm hopeful I could be able to finish it at one sitting, kidding. But, I'd love the challenge!

[Chimezie Nnamani]

Just reading through the review makes me want to grab a copy of the full book.

[Chi Chiu Michael Mak]

I can tell that the book is paced emotionally well. Hans's character shines under unthinkable pressure from the SA. He is shaping up to be an engaging, easy-to-root-for main character. Congrats to Untertauchen for winning BotD!

[Lutwama Stuwart]

Untertauchen by Arthur M. James immerses readers in a gripping historical narrative of survival and resilience. The book deftly portrays the harrowing experiences of Hans Bracher as he evades danger in a perilous era, blending suspense with deep character exploration. With its evocative storytelling and intense emotional depth, it offers a compelling read for fans of historical fiction.

[Sushan Ekanayake]

"Untertauchen" by Arthur M. James is a gripping historical novel about Hans Bracher’s flight from Nazi persecution. As Jewish lives are shattered, Hans fights to survive, protect his loved ones, and cling to humanity in a world unraveling. A powerful story of resilience. Congratulations on being BOTD!

[greeneyedgirl27]

"Untertauchen" by Arthur M. James follows Hans on his emotional journey to safety while running from the SA. His struggle with fear, trust, and betrayal is heart-breaking. As Jewish he has to fight to survive for himself and his people. The question is what will become of the Jewish people in Germany and how can they survive? This suspenseful thought-provoking story is a great BOTD.

[Leen282]

Reading about the hardship of Jews in Germany is always emotional, whether it is in a novel or non-fiction. I keep playing the question from the start of the review in my head: how far can one go to protect his family, his dignity. I look forward to reading about Hans and Anna, and their fight for survival.

[Shirley Ann Riddern Labzentis]

Great review! At first, from the sample, this book did not appeal to me. After reading your review, my interests were piqued, and it sounds like an engaging book to read. I picked up on Anna being a well-deserved favorite character as soon as I read about her. Thanks for the great review!

[Pawan Arya]

Gosh, what a stunning review. You depicted the emotional essence of Untertauchen so vividly that I could feel the gravity of Hans's struggle even before I read the book. The manner in which you described the journey from flight outside to battle within completely resonated with me and particularly with that sentence describing psychological and physical tension going hand-in-hand. That reminds me of the kind of textured storytelling that does not simply tell a story but makes you experience every beat of it.

I'm particularly fascinated by the way the author interweaves moments of calm amidst such a gloomy and oppressive setting. That kind of tonal control is not common. And your admiration for the character development — particularly Anna's bravery has certainly interested me.

Also, I loved that you pointed out the historical accuracy and how neat the editing was. It's great to see historical fiction that doesn't merely bank on the setting of tragedy but actually puts effort into emotional realism.

[tarafarah7]

Today’s BOTD follows a German Jewish couple who went into hiding in 1942 and survived thirteen months underground in Nazi Berlin, escaping with forged papers in 1943. Not sure if this is the one for me, but readers of historical fiction are sure to be engaged from the first to last page! Thanks so much for your helpful review!

[Nestor Bulinda]

Wow, what a powerful and detailed review! You captured the emotional depth and tension of Untertauchen so well. I completely agree about the strength of the character development and the author’s ability to create such a gripping atmosphere. Anna is one of my favorites too — her bravery really stands out. Thanks for sharing your thoughtsmosphere. Anna is one of my favorites too — her bravery really stands out. Thanks for sharing your thoughts

[Moisés Alcántara Ayre]

This is just the type of book that I cherish reading: a story about resilience, survival, and the strong-willed spirit that lies within each human being. What a promising read!

[Judy Burr]

Thank you for your review. I read the sample. Hans and Anne endure many hardships trying to survive during the Nazi regime. We must never forget!

[Sanju Lali]

A reader can find substantial emotional depth in the story by reading the historical fiction book "Untertauchen" by Arthur M. James. This book is a masterclass in suspense, thought-provoking, emotive, and strong character development.

[Godson Ejikeme]

Fascinating!
The reviewer's words are already compelling me to grab a copy of this book. I'm sure I wouldn't be disappointed.