Lehrter Station Audiobook

" Lehrer Station was probably the weakest of Downing's book in the John Russell series. The book wrapped up very quickly in the last 20 pages, but the quick ending set the stage for future novels. "

" John Russell and Effi are back in Berlin, which is not the Berlin they loved before the war. it's divided now between the Americans, Russians, French, and British. amid the ruins they renew old acquaintances, they try to find people, mostly Jews, who may or may not have survived the war, and they try to track down Nazis. Russell is working for both the Soviets and the Americans, and trying to stay one step ahead of both. i had trouble putting this down because i was so interested in finding out what would happen next. "

" I like Downing's books a lot, but this wasn't his best. It felt rushed in the last part, and it too obviously and overtly tried to tee up a sequel. I like that there will be another book, but this ones just sort of ended abruptly. "

" I really liked all of Downing's other Station books but this one showed his intense dislike of Americans. I'm tired of the Brits bashing America. We aren't at all close to perfection but neither are the Brits. "

" Not the best one from Downing's series on Berlin but still a good read. It is am excellent portrayal of life in the immediate post-war period Berlin "

" I've read all the books in this series and was delighted with the latest. Excellent depiction of life in Berlin shortly after the end of WWII. "

" I've read every book in this series. I have to say that this one was good, but not great. I love the time period of the series(beginning right before WWII and, with this book, the aftermath - both in London and Berlin). Well researched, interesting characters not one dimensional. "

" Another delightful book in the John Russell/Effi Koenen series. Exquisitely crafted descriptions of Berlin and London after the end of the war. Reunions with old friends, tight plotting, suspense and coffee and cake on Unter den Linden. A gem of a book. "

" I have always enjoyed this series of novels but as the setting moves into the post-war period, I wonder if there is a sense that the characters thoughts reflect a modern interpretation rather than a contemporary perspective. "

" evocative portrait of post war Germany "

" This series has invaded my life this summer. The writing is beautiful, the stories strong without ever becoming maudlin, gory, or manipulative. Historical fiction does not get much better than this. "

" Another winner for Downing. This is one of my favorite series. I'm looking forward to much more to come. "

" Another great addition to the 'Station' series. The story is set in the context of post-war Berlin and gives a very credible impression of conditions and issues of the time. Not only does the book provide a very good history lesson but the plot is entertaining and full of surprises. "

" Enjoyed following the lead characters, but this wasn't as good as the first 4 books. "