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The Paris Secret

By: Natasha Lester
Narrated by: Melle Stewart, Penelope Rawlins
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 A wardrobe of Dior gowns, a secret kept for sixty-five years, and the three women bound forever by war... from the New York Times bestselling author of The French Photographer

England, 1939 Talented pilot Skye Penrose joins the British war effort where she encounters her estranged sister, Liberty, and childhood soulmate Nicholas Crawford, now engaged to enigmatic Frenchwoman Margaux Jourdan.

Paris, 1947 Designer Christian Dior unveils his extravagant first collection to a world weary of war and grief. He names his debut fragrance, Miss Dior, in tribute to his sister, Catherine, who worked for the French Resistance.

Present day Australian fashion conservator Kat Jourdan discovers a secret wardrobe filled with priceless Dior gowns in her grandmother's vacant cottage. As she delves into the mystery, Kat begins to doubt everything she thought she knew about her beloved grandmother.

An unspeakable betrayal will entwine all of their fates.

The Paris Secret is an unforgettable story about the lengths people go to protect one another, and a love that, despite everything, lasts a lifetime.


Praise for Natasha Lester

'Sweeping and immersive story of lost love, female strength and wartime horror' Who Weekly

'Four generations of women linked by a gorgeous and mysterious blue dress tucked into a cupboard in a cottage on the wild Cornish coast. Fascinating' Sydney Morning Herald

'This meticulously researched novel is about the lengths people will go to protect one another and a love that lasts a lifetime. The Paris Secret is a tearjerker, so stock up on tissues, sit in a quiet corner and don't move until you've finished this extraordinary book.' Marie Claire

'Emotionally charged and unforgettable' Publishers Weekly Contemporary Fiction Genre Fiction Historical Historical Fiction Romance War Heartfelt Tear-jerking Aviation

Critic Reviews

Magnetic characters, lyrical writing, and extensive historical research breathe life into this riveting tale. This is a stunner.
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This is the most extraordinary love story. And I shall read it again. I am devastated by the horrors of war, by the loss of time with family and friends who were still there, and those who passed. Thank you for bringing to light the transactions of post war human kindness. Thank you for sharing the personal story of Miss Dior and for bringing a new understanding of the generation of survivors. I now have a newfound compassion and empathy for that generation of survivors. Lest we forget.

Memorable and should be read by all

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I could not stop listening this book is gripping and loving at the same time. The narrators are absolutely perfect. One of the best books a have in my favourite list. Readers and listeners you will not be disappointed 👍🏼

Magnificent story

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What a wonderful story about strong amazing woman who history forgot. Although fictitious, it tells the story of brave women helping to win a war. The story of love and strong friendships. Beautifully presented by the narrators.

A love story across the ages

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I really loved this book and found it hard to put down! The historical elements were fascinating, painting rich perspectives of women who fought to be allowed to play an active role in the WWII liberation of France. The accompanying family saga plus some high fashion combine in an intricately woven story line that is completely gripping.

Loved it!

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The Paris Secret is an unforgettable story about the lengths people go to protect one another, and a love that, despite everything, lasts a lifetime.

Natasha Lester never fails to produce a magnificent read, and has become one of my favourite authors hands down.

The Paris Secret is a very engrossing novel, it’s a heartbreakingly gorgeous dual timeline story about love, sacrifice and hidden secrets. I found it hooked me in and kept me engaged. It broke my heart, and had me in tears and when I finished it I had to sneak a cuddle with my baby girl holding her just a little tighter.

I loved too the way D’Arcy from “The French Photographer” was written into the story, it made me happy to know she’d married and had kids, twins none the less! Even though the to books are standalone I do love a crossover!

Like Natasha’s other novels this has been well researched and beautifully put together. I would recommend this book to anyone especially lovers of historical fiction.

The narrators have done a wonderful job bring the story to life via audio, couldn’t recommend this more highly!

Heartbreakingly Wonderful

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