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The Paris Promise: An unputdownable and heartbreaking WW2 novel

Suzanne Kelman

Paris, 1943: Keeping her eyes fixed on the Nazi officer, Antoinette slowly reaches under the pillow for the knife hidden there. Her hands are shaking, but she knows what she must do to save her husband and child...

When the Nazis invade Paris, Antoinette Valette's world shatters overnight. In an instant, she goes from being a celebrated violinist, to fearing for the life of her Jewish husband and son. With nowhere to flee, hiding in plain sight is her family's only choice.

But when their secret is discovered and her beloved husband is torn from her arms, Antoinette's heart breaks. She knows she must act quickly if she is to save her son from the same fate. Desperate, she asks the Resistance to secure him a place on the last train leaving Paris. Holding him tightly against her chest, she promises she will find him again. But is it a promise she can't possibly keep?

Alone and with nothing left to lose, when the Resistance ask her to use her musical talent to spy on high-ranking Nazis, Antoinette doesn't hesitate. Playing her violin at elaborate dinner parties each night gives her the opportunity to listen to their conversations. And although she risks her life every day, it is the only way to get her family back.

But when a Nazi commander makes advances towards her, Antoinette realizes that she will have to make a dangerous and impossible choice. Can she find the strength to do the unthinkable, in the hopes that it will save her family, and countless other innocent lives?

The third gripping novel in the Paris Sisters series, this novel tells the story of the power of a mother's love, in the face of unimaginable darkness. Perfect for fans of Roberta Kagan, Kristin Hannah, and Fiona Valpy.

Readers are loving the Paris Sisters series:

"Once I started I could not put this book down... Reached into my heart and pulled every emotional string imaginable. It left me in tears... Kept me on the edge of my seat... holding my breath at times. Guaranteed to make you cry... Stunning... Gorgeous... There'll be lots of tears!" Cindy L Spear ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"Addictive... I can't stop thinking about it... Grabbed me and won't let go." Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"A powerful, heart-wrenching war story... This story ripped my heart out... Amazing... Truly remarkable... I won't forget anytime soon." creaseinthespinebooks ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"Phenomenal... was able to pull on my heartstrings... Beautiful... Amazing." Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"Heart-wrenching... Grips readers from the first page and refuses to let go... Tugs at the heartstrings... Prepare to be moved to tears." Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"A powerful, heart-wrenching read... Fantastic." Christian Bookaholic ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

"I felt so many different emotions moving through the novel... Fantastic." Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Book Details

  • Publisher: Bookouture
  • Publish Date: May 20th, 2025
  • Pages: 372
  • Language: English
  • Edition: undefined - undefined
  • Dimensions: 7.81in - 5.06in - 0.83in - 0.80lb
  • EAN: 9781837905317
  • Categories: Historical - GeneralRomance - Historical - GeneralJewish

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