The Lost Girl in Paris by Jina Bacarr

I’m so glad you are joining me for my stop on the blog tour presented by Rachel’s Random Resources for Jina Bacarr’s newest historical fiction novel. The Lost Girl in Paris. If you are a fan of historical fiction as I am you will enjoy this story. JIna Bacarr has written 10 books but she is a new author to me. Her books have been sold in 9 territories and she currently lives in Los Angeles, CA. The beautiful cover caught my attention right away.


Back Jacket

'I will never forget what the Nazi did to me. Never'

1940, Nazi-occupied Paris. A powerful story of love, tragedy and incredible courage, about one woman whose life is ripped apart by war and risks everything to seek justice. Brand new from the bestselling author of The Resistance Girl.

As Nazis patrol the streets of the French capital, Tiena is alone, desperate and on the run. After defending herself against the force of an officer, she must find a new identity in order to survive.

An accidental meeting with members of the Resistance gives her a lifeline, as she is offered the chance to reinvent herself as perfumer Angéline De Cadieux.

However Angéline will never forget what happened to her, and will do everything she can to seek revenge. But vengeance can be a dangerous game, and Angeline can only hide her true identity for so long before her past catches up with her, with some devastating consequences...

Paris, 2003. When the opportunity arises for aspiring journalist Emma Keane to interview world renowned perfumer Madame De Cadieux about her life during World War Two, she is determined to take it. There are secrets from her own family history that she hopes Angéline may be able to help unlock.

But nothing can prepare Emma for Angéline's story, and one thing is for certain - it will change her own life forever…

An absolutely heartbreaking, unforgettable historical novel of war, sacrifice and survival. Perfect for fans of Suzanne Goldring, Ella Carey and Catherine Hokin.


Review

As I said, I love historical fiction, especially WWII historical. This is the story of Emma, a journalist in 2003 getting the interview of her life with Angéline, a legendary perfume maker who lived through WWII. However there is more to be uncovered than both women believe.

I was quickly drawn into the book by the wonderful writing. The dual timeline along with the location, Paris, made the book. I also loved how the story was told to the journalist and the reader at the same time. Angéline is a strong woman and it shows many times in the book. At the very beginning of the book she initially refuses to grant Emma an interview. Emma persists and Angéline agrees but it must be held on her return flight to Paris the next morning. Angéline is setting the tone of her story right away.

  

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