Leah MoyesReseñas

Keeper. Going in my re-read collection.

Very well written and engaging story. The characters are in depth and relatable. The strength and resilience of characters brought me directly into the story. I was swept along from the first chapter. Hoping for a follow up novel to continue the story.

Keeper, I can't wait for book 3

I am so excited to share this book with you. The Berlin Butterfly series, written by Leah Moyes, is the story of Ella, a young woman who finds herself alone and separated from her friends and family on the east side of the Berlin wall. It is a story of survival, strength, hope, and love. Berlin Butterfly Deception continues Ella’s story finding Ella still separated from her friend Anton and her brother Josef but with a hope for her future, a hope of love and family with Stefan that keeps her from escaping to the west. But her struggles are not over. Can her hope survive the challenges of being trapped in East Berlin? Please order Berlin Butterfly Deception and of course start with Berlin Butterfly Ensnare. My hope is you will love Ella's story as much as I do.

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.

A time travel romance with a twist. Charlock's Secret follows Kat as she navigates life after tragedy. Taking a chance, and running from heartache, she takes a job in England. Little does she know what awaits. A beautiful story with wonderful characters that invite you in and make you want to stay.

Ensnare, book one of the Berlin Butterfly series by Leah Moyes, tells the heart wrenching story of a young, former orphan girl, Ella, trapped on the wrong side of Berlin when the wall is erected in August of 1961.
Ella’s father is gravely ill as soldiers start unrolling spools of barbed wire, which will form the first Berlin Wall, to keep the citizens of East Berlin from fleeing to the west. She is torn between escaping while she still can, with her young brother and best friend Anton, and staying behind to care for her sick father. Ella makes the only decision she feels she can and stays behind while entrusting her brother to Anton’s care.
In a very short time, Ella’s father passes away and she is stuck alone in East Berlin. She has no money for food or to bury her father. Therefore, she strikes a deal with the Frankes, a wealthy and influential family in East Berlin, whom runs a mortuary. She will work as domestic help for 2 years to pay off the debt she owes them for the casket and burial. Once Ella begins working for the Frankes she makes friends and seeks ways to escape East Berlin. Yet what awaits Ella in the next two years will be much more than she expected and will put her life in danger and the lives of those she comes to trust and even love.
I was captivated with the character of Ella from the first. Her story has a realness to it and kept me engaged throughout. Just thinking about a 15 year old girl having to make such a life changing decision gives me goose bumps. Yet, she is strong and resilient. I felt the author did justice to the character by making her that way. Times were different then and hard ship was common; therefore, children had to grow up much faster.
I also loved the historical aspect of the book and felt the setting was the perfect backdrop for Ella’s story. The descriptions of the East versus West side of Berlin rang true to the times. It is obvious that the author did her research.
In addition, the plot moves smoothly along and at a nice pace. I was never bored and never felt the story was rushed. The story just seemed to unfolding effortlessly with just enough twists to keep your attention but not so much that it felt over worked. Really well done!
Ensnare is one of those books that has a lot going for it and should appeal to a broad audience. I highly recommend this book to lovers of Historical Fiction, Romance and Women’s Fiction.
I received a free copy from the author in exchange for my honest review. You can see more of my reviews, and author interviews, at www.thespineview.com.

One word to describe this book: awesome. Strongly recommend this engaging, well-written text to all who value a memorable reading experience.