The City in Flames (9 page)

Elisabeth von Berrinberg was born in Würzburg, Germany, and migrated to the United States in 1955 after marrying an American soldier. In addition to raising her daughter, Lorraine, she had a long career as a darkroom technician both in Germany and the United States. She also held various volunteer positions; she worked for the Red Cross during the Vietnam era and as a captain in the Civil Air Patrol. Ms. von Berrinberg has given nume
rous presentations on her World War II experience, which prompted her to write her story.

She is also the author of The Cozy Connection, a cozy mystery series featuring The Adventures of Countess von Schleppmeister, The Jewel Heist, The Cruise, The Missing Madonna, A Culinary Experience, Mystery at the Pearly Gates, and The Doppelgänger. She is presently working on a series of children’s books.