A review by nickfourtimes
Berlin Book Three: City of Light by Jason Lutes

emotional sad tense fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? It's complicated
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

1) "'We schedule rallies on a regular basis, and hold them in predominantly Communist neighbourhoods.

We provoke chaos. Then, we demonstrate order.

The press eats it up.

Berlin needs sensation like a fish needs water.

...

I hate this place.'"

2) "'Your train's tomorrow morning, my dear? I'm hosting a soirée tonight. You should come— Really. Both of you.'

'I don't— Thank you, but...'

'Darling. Nothing like that. Just a little fundraiser for Herr Hitler.'"

3) "'I imagine changing my mind at the last minute.

Shrugging off the demands of family; acting as if I am whole and separate and free to choose.

Not a woman. Not a daughter. Not a citizen of Germany.'

'Charlottenburg. Now arriving, Charlottenburg.'

'I imagine changing my mind and getting off at the next stop.

Leaving my bags behind, stepping into the sunlight.

Turning away from a future that narrows to a single point.

I imagine...

   turning back...

      toward the city...'"