Readers of historical fiction and historical romance will enjoy this book. The long awaited finale of The Berlin Butterfly series, Berlin Butterfly Release is here. Ella's story continues as she is struggling with her new reality. She has been shot, her plan of escaping to the West ruined, her hope of Stefan returning to her a haunting memory. She is alone, believing there is no hope of ever seeing Anton and Josef again, no hope of escaping, and her Stefan is truly gone, out of her life forever. Her decision to use alcohol to numb the pain has escalated putting her very life at risk until a friend from her past shows up unexpectedly needing help and a place to stay. This is a book of redemption, of finding a purpose, of taking risks, of reconnecting the pieces of the past and of perseverance, hope, and love. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do. If you are new to the series start with Berlin Butterfly Ensnare to read Ella’s story from the beginning. ( )