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The Paris Secret

Karen Swan
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The Paris Secret

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2016

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Karen Swan

The Paris Secret

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2016
Book Details
Pages

412

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Paris, France • 2010s

Publication Year

2016

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Paris Secret by Karen Swan follows the journey of a person named Flora Sykes, who is tasked with unraveling the mysteries surrounding a collection of high-fashion couture dresses discovered in a Parisian apartment. The narrative explores themes of hidden histories, art, and love as Flora delves into the past to uncover long-buried secrets.

Mysterious

Romantic

Emotional

Nostalgic

Reviews & Readership

4.1

18,012 ratings

73%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Paris Secret by Karen Swan is praised for its vivid descriptions of Paris and rich historical details, immersing readers in a dual timeline narrative. Positive feedback highlights the complex characters and an engaging plot. However, some criticize the pacing as occasionally slow and the story as somewhat predictable. Overall, it's a captivating read for fans of historical fiction.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Paris Secret?

A reader who enjoys The Paris Secret by Karen Swan likely appreciates historical intrigue, mystery, and romance. Fans of Kate Morton's The House at Riverton and Kristin Hannah's The Nightingale would enjoy the suspenseful blend of past and present with rich character development and emotional depth.

4.1

18,012 ratings

73%

Loved it

19%

Mixed feelings

8%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

412

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

Paris, France • 2010s

Publication Year

2016

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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