Last Train to Paris
Last Train to Paris by Michele Zackheim, published by Europa Editions in 2013, is a historical fiction novel that explores the life of Rose Manon, an American foreign correspondent. Set against the backdrop of 1935 Paris, the narrative follows Rose as she navigates her new role in journalism, romance, and the escalating tensions of World War II. The story delves into her struggles with her identity as a Jew and the complexities of her relationships amidst the looming threat of war.
Readers will find a richly detailed portrayal of life in prewar Europe, as Rose becomes embroiled in an unsolved murder and faces personal dilemmas on the eve of Kristallnacht. The novel interweaves real-life figures and events, providing insights into the anxieties of the time. With 251 pages, this edition offers a suspenseful reading experience that captures the essence of city life and the historical context of the 20th century.
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An American foreign correspondent finds herself in love, and in danger, in this novel that “presents startlingly vivid images of life in Hitler’s Europe” (The New York Times).
Rose Manon grew up in the mountains of Nevada, and is now working as a journalist in New York. In 1935, she is awarded her dream job: foreign correspondent. Posted to Paris, she is soon entangled in romance, an unsolved murder, and the desperation of a looming war.Assigned to the Berlin desk, Manon is forced to grapple with her hidden identity as a Jew, the mistrust of her lover, and an unwelcome visitor on the eve of Kristallnacht. And on the day before World War II is declared, she must choose who will join her on the last train to Paris . . .This carefully researched historical novel reads like a suspense thriller, and interweaves real-life figures into the story, offering “a poignant glimpse into the tensions and anxieties of prewar Europe” (Kirkus Reviews).
“WWII enthusiasts may appreciate this quieter evocative look at a much-examined era.” —Publishers Weekly
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