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In the Garden of Beasts: Love, Terror, and an American Family in Hitler's BerlinErik Larson, New York Times bestselling author of Devil in the White City, delivers a remarkable story set during Hitler's rise to power. The time is 1933, the place, Berlin, when William E. Dodd becomes America's first ambassador to Hitler's Nazi Germany in a year that proved to be a turning point in history. A mild mannered professor from Chicago, Dodd brings along his wife, son, and flamboyant daughter, Martha. At first Martha is entranced by the
Erik Larson, New York Times bestselling author of Devil in the White City, delivers a remarkable story set during Hitler's rise to power.The time is 1933, the place, Berlin, when William E. Dodd becomes America's first ambassador to Hitler's Nazi Germany in a year that proved to be a turning point in history. A mild-mannered professor from Chicago, Dodd brings along his wife, son, and flamboyant daughter, Martha. At first Martha is entranced by the parties and pomp, and the handsome young men of the Third Reich with their infectious enthusiasm for restoring Germany to a position of world prominence. Enamored of the "New Germany," she has one affair after another, including with the suprisingly honorable first chief of the Gestapo, Rudolf Diels. But as evidence of Jewish persecution mounts, confirmed by chilling first-person testimony, her father telegraphs his concerns to a largely indifferent State Department back home. Dodd watches with alarm as Jews are attacked, the press is censored, and drafts of frightening new laws begin to circulate. As that first year unfolds and the shadows deepen, the Dodds experience days full of excitement, intrigue, romance--and ultimately, horror, when a climactic spasm of violence and murder reveals Hitler's true character and ruthless ambition. Suffused with the tense atmosphere of the period, and with unforgettable portraits of the bizarre G ring and the expectedly charming--yet wholly sinister--Goebbels, In the Garden of Beasts lends a stunning, eyewitness perspective on events as they unfold in real time, revealing an era of surprising nuance and complexity. The result is a dazzling, addictively readable work that speaks volumes about why the world did not recognize the grave threat posed by Hitler until Berlin, and Europe, were awash in blood and terror.
Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Broadway Books
Published: 05/01/2012
ISBN: 9780307408853
Pages: 448
Weight: 0.88lbs
Size: 8.20h x 5.12w x 1.15d
Review Citations: New York Times Book Review 06/24/2012 pg. 28
Accelerated Reader Quiz #/Name: 152519 / In the Garden of Beasts: Love, Terror, and an American Family in Hitler's Berlin
Reading Level: 9.7 / Interest Level: Upper Grade / Point Value: 22
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★★★★★ 5
How easy they are. And space saving
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These are great. Made such a difference in my cupboards. Would rate as a 10
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Reviewed in the United States on May 8, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Finally solved my spice cabinet chaos
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I didn’t realize how much time I was wasting digging through my spice cabinet until I installed these. My spices used to be stacked behind one another, which meant every time I needed a specific seasoning, I had to move half the cabinet around just to find it. These racks completely solved that problem.
What immediately appealed to me was the no-drill installation. I rent my home, so I’m always hesitant to make permanent changes to cabinets. The peel-and-stick setup was surprisingly easy, and I had both racks installed in just a few minutes. Once attached, they felt much more secure than I expected. I was initially skeptical about adhesive mounting, but they’ve stayed firmly in place.
The pull-out design is where these really shine. Instead of reaching into a dark cabinet and searching through rows of jars, I can simply slide the rack out and instantly see everything. It’s one of those organizational upgrades that makes everyday cooking noticeably easier.
I also appreciate the adjustable height feature. My spice collection includes a mix of different bottle sizes, and I was able to configure the racks to accommodate both smaller and larger containers without any issues. The flexibility makes them much more useful than fixed-size organizers.
Another thing I noticed is how much cabinet space they helped free up. By using vertical space more efficiently, my cabinet feels less cluttered and much more organized. I can now find exactly what I need without knocking over other jars or creating a mess.
The overall construction feels sturdy, and the sliding action remains smooth even when the racks are fully loaded. This is one of those products that seems basic but ends up making a bigger difference than expected. If your spice cabinet is crowded, disorganized, or constantly frustrating to use, these racks are an easy solution. They’ve made cooking more convenient, improved organization, and helped maximize storage space. For me, that’s an easy five-star product.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 31, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Finally, a Spice Rack That Fixes the Real Problem—Access Without the Hassle
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I am pleasantly surprised at how handy this spice rack is!! This iSPECLE pull-out spice rack does that others rarely deliver... makes your daily routine just that much easier. The biggest win here is access. No longer having to rummage through a messy cabinet or knock over jars to retrieve whatever you’re looking for. With everything just sliding out and coming up right in front of you. The idea is simple, but it creates a difference. There's your strong point here: the no-drill, peel-and-stick installation. It’s simple and time-saving, which is something. That being said, it still needs to be installed correctly. Use a clean surface, pressure, and time to set. Do that, and it holds well. Overlook that step, and you’ll be blaming the product when it’s all set up for you. The adjustable height is practical, especially if you’re working with a mix of 4oz and 8oz spice jars. It’s not flashy, but it offers a solution to the same annoying problem: trying to cram mismatched containers into a rigid system. What impresses me the most is that it provides some order rather than making things ever murkier. It’s not looking to reinvent your kitchen. It takes a common frustration (buried spices in dark cabinets) and makes it neat and clean for practicality's sake. Bottom line: If your cabinet seems like a black hole of spices, this is an easy, straightforward solution. Not anything fancy, just smart design and it works!
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Reviewed in the United States on April 8, 2026
★★★★★ 5
Be Mindful Of The Height
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So this spice rack is amazing, if you know what you're getting. I have had a similar one in the past that was just one level. It was great and made organization easy. This being two levels tall means you have to take that into account because it's going to change the shelve layout in your spice cabinet. It wasn't a problem for me and still ended up being a net positive for making the most out of the space, but my friend bought the same ones and ended up sending them back because they wouldn't fit into his smaller cabinet. If you are aware of that going in and know it's going to work for you, they are amazing. They slide smoothly, they hold a ton, and make getting to the items in the back infinitely better. Decent price for such a huge quality of life improvement for my kitchen.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 24, 2026
★★★★★ 4
Didn't entirely save me from the mess, but it got close!
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I set these up in my little mini pantry that is admittedly a bit of a mess before AND after, but now it's an organized mess that I can navigate with a bit more ease. It fits well in the space that I have, and the rollers are high quality and feel smooth. If organized chaos speaks to you and you've acknowledged that, this is a great fit!
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Reviewed in the United States on April 29, 2026