historical fiction

 "Kelly Bowen creates an evocative and thrilling glimpse into the lives of  two heroic women risking everything in occupied Paris during World War  II.   A dual-timeline connects past and present; a painting of a house,  two matching pendants, and old photographs of a woman act as pivotal  clues that bridge between the two, and fine works of art and a heartfelt  love story between two people who were destined to meet brings the  story full circle.   A lovely aha moment at the end and the reminder to  make one's life count will make this book and its characters linger long  after the last page is turned.  A beautiful novel for fans of The  Nightingale."

-Karen White, New York Times bestselling author of The Last Night in London 

"Kelly Bowen's The Paris Apartment is a compelling story of two women  navigating the dangers of occupied Paris with bravery and compassion.  Bowen paints a richly layered picture of glamour, intrigue, and  sacrifice that is at once heartbreaking and hopeful."

-Julia Kelly, international bestselling author of The Light Over London
 

 “A  breathtaking, page-turning WWII tale of courage, espionage, and true  love. Kelly Bowen’s engaging characters will take you on an  unforgettable journey of adventure  and discovery. You won’t want to put the book down for even a moment!”

-Genevieve Graham, international bestselling author of Letters Across the Sea

 "Kelly Bowen has crafted a story of deep humanity and redemption,  demonstrating the stunning beauty that can emerge from the darkest  places. A true work of art."

-Erika Robuck, bestselling author of The Invisible Woman 

 "Expertly weaving together history, suspense, and mystery, Bowen has  produced a novel that's both exciting and profound, driven by compelling  characters and stunning twists. A page-turner from start to  finish."

-Imogen Kealey, author of Liberation 

 "A moving story of danger and intrigue, love and loss, set against the  glamour of the Paris Ritz. Like the artworks so beautifully portrayed in  this novel, The Paris Apartment is a treasure."

-Christine Wells, author of Sisters of the Resistance
 

 "Bowen draws on the lives of Nancy Wake and  Josephine Baker and the 2018 discovery of a Paris apartment untouched  since WWII in this rich historical tale…. The stories unearthed in the  apartment pique from the first  page in this magnetic novel full of tragedy and rich characters."

-Publishers Weekly
 

 "'A beautifully written cast of characters unraveling the mysteries and humanity of war. Enticing."

-Mandy Robotham, USA Today bestselling author
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 "An intriguing mix of high art and espionage, THE PARIS APARTMENT is a thrilling read from beginning to end!"

-Celia Rees, author of Miss Grahams' Cold War Cookbook