23/01/2026
I’ve always been drawn to history, especially the kind that asks hard questions about courage, conviction, and the cost of integrity.
That’s why finding Bonhoeffer, written by felt like a quiet win for me last year.
The story of Dietrich Bonhoeffer has always fascinated me:
how he held onto his faith under a brutal regime,
how he lived a double life that included intelligence work,
how he aligned with those who sought to end tyranny knowing fully well the cost.
I started reading last night and found myself unable to stop not just because of the subject, but because Metaxas is an exceptional storyteller. The prologue alone is gripping (swipe to see)
Bonhoeffer’s parents didn’t even know he was dead until his name was announced on national radio.
That detail stayed with me.
I’m excited to sit with this book as a meditation on integrity, responsibility, and what it means to stand for something when it’s inconvenient.
If you’ve read it, I’d love to hear your thoughts. If not, this might be your sign.
Books really do open portals.
