The Paris Secret by Natasha Lester is now live!
The Paris Secret
Author: Natasha Lester
Publisher: Forever
Release Date: September 15, 2020
Genre: Historical Fiction/Romance/Fiction
From the New York Times bestselling author of The Paris Orphan comes an unforgettable historical novel about a secret collection of Dior gowns that ties back to the first female pilots of WWII and a heartbreaking story of love and sacrifice.
England, 1939: The Penrose sisters couldn't be more different. Skye is a daring and brash pilot, and Liberty the one to defy her at every turn. Even if women aren't allowed in the Royal Air Force, Skye is determined to help the war effort. She's thrilled when it reunites her with her childhood soulmate, Nicholas. She's less thrilled to learn Nicholas is now engaged to an enigmatic Frenchwoman named Margaux Jourdan.
Paris, 1947: Designer Christian Dior unveils his glamorous first collection to a world weary of war and grief. He names his debut fragrance Miss Dior in tribute to his beloved sister Catherine, who forged a friendship with Skye and Margaux through her work with the French Resistance.
Present Day: Fashion conservator Kat Jourdan discovers a priceless collection of Dior gowns in her grandmother's vacant cottage. As she delves into the mystery of their origin, Kat begins to doubt everything she thought she knew about her beloved grandmother.
Natasha Lester
Natasha Lester worked as a marketing executive for L’Oreal before penning the New York Times and internationally bestselling novel The Paris Orphan. She is also the author of the USA Today bestseller The Paris Seamstress. When she’s not writing, she loves collecting vintage fashion, traveling, reading, practicing yoga and playing with her three children. Natasha lives in Perth, Western Australia.
When Kat Jourdan, a fashion conservator, discovers some beautiful Dior pieces in her grandmother's closet she realizes that maybe she didn't really know her at all. Discovering this collection leaves her riddled with so many questions. So she sets out on a journey to learn about the lives of her grandmother and her sister lead. Her search takes her to England in the late 1930's during the war, and there she learns the true lives of Skye and Liberty Penrose. Both unique women who lead quite different lives, one was a dedicated female stunt pilot and the other free spirit who liked to push buttons where ever she went.
These women had many secrets, and when Kat learns them she is bound to be left reeling...
The Paris Secret is a cleverly crafted tale that will delight on all fronts, with it mysterious and emotional story line it is easy to get wrapped up in the pages of this one. One woman's curiosity leads her on an adventure that she will never forget, with every clue she discovers, five more pop up and lead her in a new direction. These clues take her through the past lives of her grandmother and aunt, and often leave her wondering how she never knew any of this about them. It's such an mesmerizing tale, once my eyes found the words I was transported to another time and place, and given an eye opening portrayal of what life was like for them at that time. My heart broke for these ladies, as well as rejoiced for them too... what lives they lead! If you love historical fiction stories with touches of mystery and romance then I have no doubt that this one will check all the boxes for you... it's words are bound to dazzle you!
I requested an advanced copy of this title from the publisher, and I am voluntarily leaving my honest and unbiased opinion.
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