The Paris Seamstress
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A French seamstress.
A British spy.
One destiny that begins in war-torn France.
Paris, 1940: Parisian seamstress Estella Bissette is forced to flee France as the Germans advance. She is bound for Manhattan with a few francs, one suitcase, her sewing machine and a dream: to have her own atelier.
Manhattan, 2015: Australian curator Fabienne Bissette journeys to the annual Met Gala for an exhibition of her beloved grandmother’s work – one of the world’s leading designers of ready-to-wear. But as Fabienne learns more about her grandmother’s past, she uncovers a story of tragedy, heartbreak and secrets – and the sacrifices made for love.
Crossing generations, THE PARIS SEAMSTRESS is the story of the special relationship between a grandmother and her granddaughter as they attempt to heal the heartache of the past.
“This rich, memorable novel unfolds beautifully from start to finish.”
—Publisher’s Weekly, starred review
“A fantastically engrossing story. I love it.”
—Kelly Rimmer, New York Times bestselling author of The Things We Cannot Say
“Lester brings bold, brave women to life.”
—Herald Sun
“If you’re looking for a swoon-worthy romance, then The Paris Seamstress is for you. Natasha Lester’s novel features not one but two love stories, spanning continents and centuries … Fans of historical romance will eat this one up.”
— Refinery29
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“A beautiful story in every way.”
The Lady