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The Web of Humanity by Maria Turchin – Review by Ashley Hasting

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Anna is certainly an interesting person. She reads her grandfathers journal from back in WW2 Era and while we’re reading this, she also travels in present time unraveling so much more. This book consists of a lot of mystery as well as being pulled left and right and yourself debating the choices. It definitely kept me for a loop and kept me interested till the end. Truly a great book to read with history.

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The Web of Humanity by Maria Turchin – Review by Tatyana Turley

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book takes you through a thrilling journey in Europe during WWII in order to figure out a family secret. The main character has a detective like skillset as she searches for clues to piece together each part of the puzzle. With the history and mystery this book is sure to keep you on the edge of your seat.

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The Web of Humanity by Maria Turchin – Review by S. Bittles

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

After the first few chapters you will be drawn in to the intriguing plot as Anna begins to discover family secrets and search for questions unanswered. The Author has a writing style that is informative as well as entertaining, and provides us with historical facts along the way.

I am always pulled towards any kind of works written about WWII, I recommend reading this book if you are as well, as I found that I could not put it down!

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The Web of Humanity by Maria Turchin – Review by Amanda Meady

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This was story that was touching and heartfelt from start to finish. Not only did it hit on deep emotions, it kept me thinking and wondering what would come next. I could not put this book down for long without thinking about when I could read more. The author did an amazing job with character development and left me contemplating what I had read long after I finished. It was a wonderful read with a touching story.

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The Web of Humanity by Maria Turchin – Review by Lyndsay Withey

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I absolutely love a good historical story but when you add on the twists and turns of psychological thriller it’s just amazing!!! The author does a wonderful job of sharing just enough to keep you interested and then throws a twist into the story. This was a book I could not put down. It also kept me guessing and thinking long after I finished reading it. If you love mind games and historical stories you will love this book.

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The Web of Humanity by Maria Turchin – Review by Jasmin Marie

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wow! I am completely blown away by this novel. I typically have a lot of issues with historical fiction because they make events seem somewhat unrealistic but this author did a wonderful job of connecting the characters to events of the past. Set between WWII and modern times, this novel follows the stories of multiple well-written characters as they find their ways through a myriad of events. This author writes like a seasoned novelist and I am looking forward to reading more!

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The Web of Humanity by Maria Turchin – Review by Shadel Ayerbe

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is a great woman and historical fiction

Anna Venu of Arizona is a shrewd, insightful, and funny woman. She’ll need every one of those qualities to make it through the adventure she’s about to go on following the unintentional discovery of a shocking family secret. Anna embarks on a perilous journey across Vienna, Paris, and Berlin in order to solve a mystery that leads her back to the bloody closing days of WWII. When Anna’s quest unexpectedly leads her into a modern-day European political intrigue, she suddenly finds herself in over her head. Anna will have to use all of her abilities and resolve to find the truth and remain alive if she is to survive. This work, told in a unique storytelling manner, spans numerous generations and historical periods, with surprising twists and turns along the way. Readers are forced to ponder the psychological urge for hostility, racism, power abuse, and the inexorable human need for war with Anna. This book encourages readers to learn about their own ancestors’ tales while also emphasizing that we are all connected through the Web of Humanity, which is our last hope for survival.

I loved this story. I loved every page of it. Every chapter was exciting. This is my first book from this author and I can’t wait to read the rest of her books

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The Web of Humanity by Maria Turchin – Review by Gillian Fawell

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Wow, did this one keep the twists and turns coming! I won’t go into the number of late nights I had where I just couldn’t put this book down! I love historical fiction and especially ones where there is a present day component and a mystery and found all three aspects in this delightful story! I would definitely recommend it and whilst I read the eBook version, I am thinking I need to buy the hard copy to give as gifts!

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The Web of Humanity by Maria Turchin – Review by Angela Renee Diaz

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

You know that saying “history tends to repeat itself.” In this book she goes as far back to world War 2. I really enjoyed this book. As before reading I was already doing my basic genealogy. Now after I really want to learn and do more research of my own. This book really encouraged me to get the answers for my own family.

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The Web of Humanity by Maria Turchin – Review by Mae Leadstone

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I’m just completely gobsmacked about what I have just read! I found myself unable to put this book down even when I was exhausted from teaching crazy 8th graders!! If I could read for at least 5 minutes on Anna’s discoveries and findings I would be okay with knowing some answers! This book contains 2 of my most favorite things: history and interconnections through genealogy. Anna Venu’s story beings with family secrets and mystery! As an amateur family historian, I connected with Anna in her frustrations of meeting dead ends and having to start over THEN be presented with something totally bazaar! I was seeing myself in her character and I just had to know about her journey! Everyone is connected to some degree and world events impact not just those who lived it, but also those who come after! This complexity is shown through the present life of Anna and her journey through the past! This hit me hard when I read the book, and I feel the story created does a magnificent job displaying this fact through the Venu’s family mysteries and secrets! I’m extremely recommended this novel for your next read!!! You won’t be able to put it down!

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The Web of Humanity by Maria Turchin – Review by Melissa Collins

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I am fascinated with WWII stories. I’ve always been one to watch series or books that give different perspective and this book delivers! Great read!

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The Web of Humanity by Maria Turchin – Review by Brittany Porter

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This is the first I’ve read from this author and really my first historical fiction. I’ve never been a history buff, but I feel like I learned more reading this novel than I remember from history class, and it kept me hooked from the first chapter. I’m quite shocked that this is a new author, as her writing is well-researched, detailed, gripping, and incredibly thought-provoking. The character development of Anna was very well done and you could easily feel like you were going on her adventure with her. If you enjoy long and descriptive novels that will keep you yearning for more, grab this book!

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The Web of Humanity by Maria Turchin – Review by Ashley Westerman

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Amazing book! I felt like I learned so much. The attention to detail was excellent. I felt like I was there seeing things through the eyes of regular everyday people. This book is so much more than just about war. I could not put it down! I wanted more and more. I learned so much about World War II and how it affects everyone, including other generations. Everyone should read this!

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The Web of Humanity by Maria Turchin – Review by Chrissy Spulak

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I am a sucker for historical fiction, and this book is the best one I’ve come across in a LONG time. First of all, the author’s style of writing is so easy to follow that I just slipped right down into the story. It’s wild to believe this is the author’s first novel. Anna is such a compelling character that it was not hard to believe her and the journey she takes into the past. I love reading books that make me ask questions and continue reading in order to get to the bottom of those questions. I am also into genealogy and am intrigued by the thought of getting to know my ancestors and the reasons why they did certain things and lived a certain way, and this novel brings it all back to the human condition. What does it mean to be human and do the things that humans do? I feel like this is a good read for teenagers, as well as adults, who are curious about delving into the intricacies of human interaction and survival. I highly recommend this book.

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The Web of Humanity by Maria Turchin – Review by Dani Honeycutt

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book has been an absolute treasure to read! I love historical fiction and this is right up my alley. The author takes you on a wonderful and page turning experience during WWII. Anna, the main character, drew me in as soon as the book started. I could NOT put this book down. If you enjoy a clue-finding type of book, this is the one to read. If you like genealogy, this is also a great read. It’s definitely made me want to get back into learning my ancestral history.

Reviewed by @danihoneycutt

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The Web of Humanity by Maria Turchin – Review by Faith Jackson

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

I fell in love with the characters more than the actual story surrounding it. That’s really odd for me to say but if you follow the flow of the way it unravels. So much of this book warms my heart in so many ways. It was almost like I was drawn to this book and it was well worth the read as it flowed easily, well written, and a whole experience!

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The Web of Humanity by Maria Turchin – Review by Finley K. James

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book has so much going for it. It has historical elements right along with suspense. It has love and family and friends, all of which make life better—both in reality and on the page. The characters were strong, well-written, and realistic. The story itself had some amazing twists that I didn’t expect but loved. With fantastic descriptions, this book kept me thick in the middle of things—I felt like I was there during all of it. There was a bit more exposition than I’m used to, but it didn’t drag the story down as it was easy to take in. All in all, the book was a great read that was easy to lose myself in.

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The Web of Humanity by Maria Turchin – Review by Rayne East

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Multi-layered and intriguing
This book had many elements that were presented in a way that kept my interest. The book is well written and keeps the multiple story lines in order. The elements of truth woven throughout the mystery adventure were well done and it stands out that the author has researched. A mix of history, drama, suspense, emotional turmoil and mystery makes this a very worthy read.

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The Web of Humanity by Maria Turchin – Review by Piper Foster

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

What am introducing is a book filled with a difference. This is a different than normal read for me. Ann is a women with a loving family. I enjoyed the time hopping in the book. This book has a lot going for it history romance, secrets, danger. There alot of attention to detail. It’s can be graphic at times and very emotional.

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The Web of Humanity by Maria Turchin – Review by Dani Dando

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book truly felt like an adventure, filled with thrilling danger, heartache, warmth, and love. It’s a story that shows all the ways in which people connect, the ways that we are all the same and go through the same hardships. It is a wonderful story written beautifully, pulling the reader in and not letting them go till the very end. Turchin writes her characters beautifully and I fell in love with every one of them.

I also have to applaud the way Turchin handles different timelines effortlessly, using a true story to weave her narrative around. Such a special story and such a special writer, hope to be reading more of Turchin’s stuff in the future, she really does command her audience. When you pick this book up you will not be able to put it down.

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The Web of Humanity by Maria Turchin – Review by Corine Lombardi

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

This book is long and entertaining.
World War Two is one of my favorite topics to read about.
The plot is focused not just on the war but it seems very disconnected.
It is a lot of characters and development but it was so entertaining to me that I just kept going.
I enjoyed this story however I will not reread.
Great plot.
I am new to this author, because I enjoyed it I will give it four stars but this is not for everyone.
This highlights morals, friendship, love and everything that may make you an individual.
There are many time jumps and that is the greatest aspect for me so many view points.
Enjoyable yet chaotic.

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The Web of Humanity by Maria Turchin – Review by M Policicchio

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4 out of 5 Stars

Anna Venu was given a mystery to solve. It was one that she didn’t want but decided to accept at the urgence of her grandfather. Find out who her grandmother really was.

Anna knew the family stories. Now using the stories and clues she finds in pictures, documents and from people she meets along the way, Anna discovers not only who her grandmother was but the story behind the secrets. Anna finds family, friends and love along the way. The journey to discover who her grandmother was led to her own self-discoveries.

The author weaves a brilliant tale of mystery with history, intermingling the past, the present, and intrigue. The parallels between the different factions of yesterday and today can’t be denied. Spectacular story!

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The Web of Humanity by Maria Turchin – Review by Susan Ratchford

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Amazing! The Web of Humanity grabs you and it wont let go! After her grandfather enlists her help, Anna Venue must go in search of answers to a family secret leading back to the final days of WW2. Traveling to Vienna, Paris, and Berlin every discovery leads to more questions and she finds herself amidst a political conspiracy.
This book was gripping! I love the historical accuracy of the book, it makes you think. It makes you question the psychological aspect of violence, war, and racism.. I also like how Maria Turchin shows the consequences of war through the eyes of someone still being affected by it generations later, it makes you realize that “history” wasn’t that long ago. It gives you a new perspective on what you were taught. It’s the kind of book that still affects you days after you finish it! I highly recommend reading it!

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The Web of Humanity by Maria Turchin – Review by Dr. Anya Schultz

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

As a person who loves solving puzzles and learning about the stories of ancestors, The Web of Humanity was a great choice. The story is one of many themes involving love, friendship, hardship through war, coincidences, and family. It’s a journey about a woman named Anna who becomes interested in her grandmother’s hidden past. Right before her grandmother dies, she gives Anna just a tiny glimpse of the past events that she endured. This glimpse sends Anna’s curiosity sky high, and she begins a journey to find out the whole truth behind her grandmother’s hidden past. While this was a long journey, when reading, it provided inspiration of wonder and full circle moments, and really making you think about what all the connections and events in one’s life really could mean.

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The Web of Humanity by Maria Turchin – Review by Amanda Swindle

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

What a powerful read! I did not expect to enjoy this one as much as I did. I usually am lost with historical books, and have a hard time relating or keeping pace but decided to give it a shot based on the reviews and plot. Boy, am I glad I did! The author uses fictional characters paired with real events from WWII in a way that keeps you turning the pages. The story centers around a family secret and an amazing trek throughout Europe. The imagery and unexpected twists kept me engaged, as I was intrigued by the unique POV. This one is a great read for those who are interested in historical reading (even though it is fictional) and even those who are not as interested (like me), definitely give it a shot!

Reviewed by: @zoltrixes

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The Web of Humanity by Maria Turchin – Review by Tausha Treadway

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

The Web of Humanity by Maria Turchin. This is an amazing read about history, mystery and families. It is a deep thought provoking read and its best read slowly. Its the story of Anna Venu who is very intrigued by her Grandmother. Her grandmother has traveled from Berlin, to Austria and back to the US during WWII and many things happened during that time. Anna is frustrated because her grandmother refused to talk about it and her grandfather knew very little about it as well. Wanting to find out more Anna travels to Austria to see if she can find out more and boy does she. She finds out things she may not even want to know. When she finds a photograph she travels from Austria to Berlin to try to track down people in the photo that can maybe tell her more about her grandmother. What she finds out is a lot! This read is very deep and is best read slowly so that you won’t miss anything. Anna finds out things that may have been better left alone. This book will grab you and not let you go til the very end. Great historical read based on true events!

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The Web of Humanity by Maria Turchin – Review by Stephanie Colley

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My rating: 4 of 5 stars

Grab yourself a seat and get comfy. This story keeps you in one spot for a while!!
Finding out a family secret that keeps the questions rolling in.
You travel all over with the Anna to find some sort of answers.
You will get invested in the journey and want to stay till the book is finished. It will leave you with a lot of questions for yourself as well.
Books that make you think are the best books!

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The Web of Humanity by Maria Turchin – Review by Carrie Reed

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

5 stars!

WOW!!! Such an amazing read! This is not a book I would normally pick up to read, but as soon as I started reading I could not stop! The adventure of Anna going to Berlin to discover the history within her family is just one amazing event after the next. I was saddened and also happy with Anna’s relationship with Fredrick, I guess the traditions and values that get passed down through each generation are hard to let go of. Her adventures are so fantastical, and that she gets to meet all of these different people along the way, and read of her grandmother’s story and what she endured in her life is beautiful. I was happy to see her find that connection to her family, and be able to give her grandfather the information on her grandmother that they were both wondering about. That time period was a terrible time for the world, so also reading about how she lived through that time period was very moving and very haunting. I can’t say enough good things about this book, I wish I could erase it all from my mind and re read it all over again for the first time. I highly recommend this book to anyone, no matter what genre you like.

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The Web of Humanity by Maria Turchin – Review by Shelly Kittell

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

One of the most fascinating stories I’ve read this year. I enjoyed the way it was told. The story stretched out as it was over the years added to the mystery. The characters were so realistic and relatable that it felt like I was reading a biography of a war journal. A very well-written and well done novel that many who love adventure, mystery and romance might enjoy. You have got to read this book. It will be a wonderful treat.

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The Web of Humanity by Maria Turchin – Review by Lorrene Huisman

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My rating: 5 of 5 stars

This book, very quickly became one of my personal favorites, the story I guess you cay say comes within pieces as if they are fragments, each one seemed to be more crucial than the last. The story was weaved so well, and everything was full of adventure and reason at the same time! Loved this story!

I have always been a historian at heart. I always believed strongly that what the past is shapes us in todays world. This book was about answers of the past, and what was, what came to be, what we are now. This book constantly made me think! I was sucked into it completely and mesmerized!

Anna was a character that was true after her own heart. She wanted answers for things of the [past and sought them out, she finds some things of the past that was never suspected, and each finding led to the next, in the end it truly was a gripping story! I truly loved the anticipation that this novel brought!

The book had its own suspense, and it was certainly very well written! I could not get enough of Anna and the truths she had learned of her family’s legacy. Again the findings and what happens through out the book, really make you think and reflect on your own life! Beautifully done, highly recommend this one!

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