The Girls Who Stepped Out of Line: Untold Stories of the Women Who Changed the Course of World War II Paperback – May 1, 2022

I thoroughly enjoyed Major General Mari K. Eder's collection of stories about women who "stepped out of line" during WWII to put their talents to use, challenge bigotry and prejudice, and save lives. Her book celebrates women whose accomplishments during the war were swept under the rug due to prejudice. You learn of the courage of Resistance fighters, women who rescued Jews and others persecuted by the Nazis, flyers, cartographers, nurses, spies, and the 6888th Postal Battalion who saved fighting morale - all overcoming impossible odds with courage, discipline, insight, determination, and compassion. Eder's research and sources are reliable and extensive, her writing itself is clear and exciting, while her extensive array of the various roles women played is convincing. An enjoyable and inspirational book.

I liked that each chapter was the self-contained story of a woman who had stepped out of the traditional line during WWII. I read this book during a busy time, so I appreciated that I could take a break to read one chapter and then go back to work.

Heavy read- but so inspiring as a woman. This book is massive proof that women are on another level. They definitely stepped up during WWII and then when they were shoved back into traditional gender roles after the war. They went from being total no-quit badasses to the traditional housewife, then still fought for what they wanted out of life, (never letting their badass-ery flames die) clearing the way for those of us today to do whatever the heck we want.It was so invigorating to see what women can live through and made me realize that despite our build, we are SO strong, mentally and physically with what these women lived through. For the first time in my life it made me proud to be a woman, and I think all young women and girls need to read this book to really see what we are capable of accomplishing in real life, not just fairytales. Truly an amazing read.Thank you to the author for helping these women’s stories get out, and for her added words. (And for her military service) It made me want to join in and continuing helping the girls and women of the world see how amazing we are.

WW2 was my father's and his generation's war. One reason why I read alot of books and watch many movies about it. I wasn’t as aware of how many women served and in what capacities. As you can see on the cover, many were pilots. I also know of and own many movies, of this time, as well. The Monuments Men is an amazing true story of the efforts to save the artwork being destroyed or stolen.

This book was about women who stood up and made a difference who fought anti-Semitic movement. What a great tribute to the women who served in WWII. However I took a few stars away for the fact the other list Rep. Ilhan Omar as a great woman forging for women. While Rep Omar deserves the honors listed. Its just not a place for her in this book. Maybe a different book but this one is a slap in the face of the women who fought so hard to free the Jewish people. She is on record for anti-Semitic rants. Its tragic because this was a great book. But it is disservice to those whom this book is meant to honor to have her Rep Omar listed with these women. Like I said, she should be honored for her achievement in other ways but this book isnt the place.

Great book talking about women who should have been in the history books but somehow didn't make it.

With the exception of the last two chapters I thought it was a great book. Loved hearing the stories of these women from WWII. The last two chapters were the author on her soapbox. The other chapters were the right length and we'll written.

Wonderful collection of stories from the women who lived them. Very timely given the release of The Six Triple Eight!