The Aftermath Of War

The Baker’s Legacy by D. P. Cornelius is a Christian historical novel set in Berlin in 1945. It is the second book in the series and can be read as a stand-alone. I had not read book one but I think it would have been helpful to do so as I was unable to track character progression.

The aftermath of war is portrayed from various points of view. We follow the daughter of a local baker, a former Nazi and a young Pole. Each has had a different experience and view of war and peace.

God redeems lives. It is a joyful thing to watch especially when those who have practiced evil, turn from their ways and know God.

When the Russians marched into Berlin, it was a terrible thing for the female population. We witness much cruelty and acts of depravity as the soldiers force themselves on the women of Berlin.

War and its aftermath has hardened hearts. No matter what has been done, we need to forgive or risk bitterness dragging us down.