After the occupation, she and the other librarians continued working, to the degree they could. Odile Souchet began working at the American Library in Paris before the Nazi occupation. This duel timeline of Odile at the time she was living in Paris during WWII, then in Montana during the 1980s is a story that is both touching and informative. Recommended for fans of: Libraries, Historical Fiction and WWII stories.Genre: Women’s Fiction, Historical Fiction.As Lily uncovers more about her neighbor’s mysterious past, she finds that they share a love of language, the same longings, and the same intense jealousy, never suspecting that a dark secret from the past connects them.Ī powerful novel that explores the consequences of our choices and the relationships that make us who we are-family, friends, and favorite authors- The Paris Library shows that extraordinary heroism can sometimes be found in the quietest of places. Her interest is piqued by her solitary, elderly neighbor. Montana, 1983: Lily is a lonely teenager looking for adventure in small-town Montana. But when the war finally ends, instead of freedom, Odile tastes the bitter sting of unspeakable betrayal. Together with her fellow librarians, Odile joins the Resistance with the best weapons she has: books.

When the Nazis march into Paris, Odile stands to lose everything she holds dear, including her beloved library. Paris, 1939: Young and ambitious Odile Souchet has it all: her handsome police officer beau and a dream job at the American Library in Paris. Based on the true World War II story of the heroic librarians at the American Library in Paris, this is an unforgettable story of romance, friendship, family, and the power of literature to bring us together, perfect for fans of The Lilac Girls and The Paris Wife. Named a Most Anticipated Book of the Year by Library Journal and Goodreads

Comic Book / Graphic Novel Sequential narrative with illustrations that are usually presented in a specific layout but not always.

Many times these are protagonist experiences that women can relate to.

Women’s Fiction These books focus on women’s life experience that are marketed to female readers.

Suspense is the tension and the unpredictable factor. A thriller is the push and pull between the good and the bad guy(s). Suspense and Thrillers Many times this is a mystery, but not always.Non-Fiction Non-fiction book reviews for adults.Detective and Mystery The plot is primarily a crime or a puzzling situation, or circumstance that needs to be solved.Privacy And Legal Stuff To Ponder On –.

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