A review by culinaryjules
Only the Beautiful by Susan Meissner

emotional hopeful reflective medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? No
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.5

A beautiful historical fiction novel about two women, how their lives impact each other, WWII, and eugenics. The stories are painful and beautiful. I loved this book. I can’t wait to read more by Susan Meissner. 

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Car accident, Forced institutionalization, Adult/minor relationship, War, Death of parent, Child death, and Genocide