At later points he has to check up on his notes - what colour was the car Heydrich was in when shot at?! So we start with his interest in the story and why he felt the need to write it, and continue with some of his research. And he has also inserted himself into proceedings. For one, he sticks to the present tense, and at times uses all of first, second and third person narratives at least once. In a stylistic quirk that will nag some, but I actually found very enjoyable, Binet has made sure this is not a history book, and makes a case for this being a novel. But, despite this getting a high rating, this isn't one. Any good biography of this compelling character in those interesting times - given too the subplot of those who would assassinate him - is bound to be an excellent history book. Reinhard Heydrich was the ruler of what practically corresponds to the Czech Republic, led the SS and more, and bossed the workings of the Final Solution. In other words, it's not a case of 'behind every great Nazi there's a greater woman', but behind Hitler's own deputy was a major strength to the party. HHhH is short for Himmlers Hirn heisst Heydrich - Himmler's brain was called Heydrich. Shortlisted for Waterstones Book of the Year 2012įirst, the title. What's beyond question is how compelling this story and the author's approach can be. Summary: A history book, coloured as a novel, or a brilliant biography? You decide.
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