The Paris Secret
The Paris Secret by Natasha Lester is a historical novel published by Grand Central Publishing in 2020, featuring 496 pages in English. This narrative intertwines the lives of the Penrose sisters during World War II, highlighting the daring Skye, a pilot determined to contribute to the war effort, and her sister Liberty, who challenges her at every turn. The story unfolds across two timelines, beginning in 1939 England and transitioning to post-war Paris in 1947, where the fashion world is transformed by Christian Dior’s debut collection.
Readers will find a rich exploration of themes such as family life, romance, and the impact of war, as the characters navigate their complex relationships and the challenges of their time. The plot also follows present-day fashion conservator Kat Jourdan, who uncovers a hidden collection of Dior gowns that leads her to question her family’s past. This edition offers a detailed look at the intertwining stories of love, sacrifice, and the legacy of the first female pilots of WWII, set against the backdrop of a changing world.
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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.
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