“I’ve lived a whole life and now I’ve been given the chance of another. Isn’t that just extraordinary?” When we look at life this way, it becomes present moment living at its best. And, when we are faced with challenging circumstances, how can we maintain an upbeat attitude? This is a story about some extraordinary people and a bookshop. But not just any bookshop. One in Paris. Who wouldn’t be attracted to a story that features a bookshop and Paris? Reading book reviews like this makes you wan...

3.5 stars… I enjoyed the story in "The Paris Bookshop" by Daisy Wood, but it felt very similar to another well-known historical fiction novel. Still, it was an enjoyable read with lovely characters and interesting ties to the past. If you're looking for an engaging historical fiction book review, this one's for you!

3.5 stars I'm sitting on the fence with this one. "The Paris Bookshop" by Daisy Wood had moments of genuine charm and a premise that utterly hooked me: a young woman inheriting a quirky Parisian bookshop and rediscovering herself amidst the pages. The descriptions of the bookshop itself were utterly enchanting – I could almost smell the old paper and brewing coffee. Wood's writing style is generally pleasant and easy to sink into, perfect for a relaxing read. However, the plot felt a little… ...

3.5 / 4 stars I have to say, I was pretty disappointed with *The Paris Bookshop*. I'd heard so many good things about it, but maybe it's just me – I got so confused with all the characters and names, especially in the 2022 timeline. I usually love dual timeline stories, but this one just didn't click, and honestly, I couldn't wait to finish it. However, the 1941-1945 timeline was fantastic! It tells the story of Jacques and Mathilda Duval, who were deeply in love and married at the start of Wo...

When I first picked up "The Paris Bookshop" by Daisy Wood, I thought, "Oh no, not another World War II story." But once I started reading, I found myself completely drawn into the two interwoven storylines. One is set in the present and focuses on Juliette, an American vacationing in Paris with her husband, only to discover he's been having an affair. With her children grown, she decides to remain in Paris after her husband returns home. The historical timeline takes place in Paris during World ...

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I absolutely loved the story, the characters, and everything about a bookstore. The narrative seamlessly shifts between 1940s France and the present day. It’s a captivating tale of a broken marriage, healing, romance, and meticulously researched history. If you're looking for a great historical fiction book review, look no further than Daisy Wood's The Paris Bookshop.

Paris in 1940: Jacques and Mathilde are just beginning to feel the full horrors of war. The Germans have taken over the city, and no one is safe. Jacques decides to keep his beloved little bookshop – *The Paris Bookshop* – open, while Mathilde works at the nearby art gallery. As danger closes in, Jacques bids Mathilde farewell, vowing to meet her at a special spot on their wedding anniversary each year. Mathilde will be safe, and Jacques will contribute to the war effort, using the secret room i...

What a delight to see a WWII-era bookstore brought back to life!Juliette's trip to Paris with her husband ended in separation, but it became a fresh start for her.Needing a place to stay, Juliette found an apartment above a bookstore and decided to restore it, even though her friend’s 97-year-old grandmother, ZiZi, warned her not to dig up the past.Could this be the same apartment and bookstore that Jacques owned during WWII?Indeed, it is… Jacques and his wife lived in that very apartment above ...

Jacques and Mathilde have only been married a short time when the Germans invaded Paris. Jacques owns a bookshop called La Page Cachée, which in English is known as "The Paris Bookshop", and Mathilde works at a museum. The war drags on, Mathilde loses her job, and Jacques still earns a living selling novels, guidebooks and postcards. The couple live in an apartment a couple of floors above the bookshop, under the close scrutiny of Madame Bourdain and they don’t know if they can trust her. Mathi...

I received a complimentary copy of *The Paris Bookshop*. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own. Many thanks to Netgalley and the Publishers for this opportunity. This is a beautiful read set in two timelines: 1940, during the invasion of France, and the present day, featuring Juliette and her husband, Kevin. In the present day, Juliette has finally convinced Kevin to visit Paris, using money from her mother's estate. Juliette is in her element, but sadly, Kevin doesn't share ...