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Sebastian Faulks's Birdsong meets Kristin Hannah's The Nightingale in this moving and powerful novel about love, loss and the resilience of the human spirit. Scarred by his experiences in World War One, German doctor, Sebastian Braun lives a quiet life tending to his patients and his beloved garden. Until Sophie Hathaway bursts into his life and challenges his dearly-held beliefs. And just at the moment Sebastian discovers love for the first time war is on the horizon once again, threatening not just his peace of mind... As the Germans approach the Channel Islands, Sebastian has to make choices: be the peace-loving man he has become or stand up and fight for his principles? When he and Sophie are separated, Sebastian is left realising love may have eluded him forever. Until a chance meeting in Paris sets the wheels in motion for a dangerously devastating love affair.
Scarred by his experiences in World War One, German doctor Sebastian Braun finds his quiet life disrupted by Sophie Hathaway, only for the looming threat of another war to challenge his newfound peace and love. As German forces advance, Sebastian must reconcile his pacifist principles with the need to protect those he cares for. Separated from Sophie, he grapples with the potential loss of love, until a chance encounter in Paris ignites a dangerous and consuming affair that will test his resolve and his heart.
The Paris Affair has garnered significant praise from readers, with many highlighting its unique and brilliant narrative. Reviewers frequently describe the plot as thoughtful and unpredictable, keeping them engaged with its deception, suspense, and tension. The novel's visual writing style and emotional depth have led to comparisons to cinematic adaptations, with several readers suggesting it would make a compelling film. The historical research is noted as incredible, contributing to an enthralling and epic reading experience that blends romance and history effectively.
Page Count:
384
Publication Date:
2022-12-22
Publisher:
HarperCollins Publishers Limited
ISBN-10:
0008599106
ISBN-13:
9780008599102
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