{"product_id":"the-paris-seamstress-9780751573077","title":"The Paris Seamstress","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"+1\"\u003e**THE FRENCH PHOTOGRAPHER is now available in ebook**\u003c\/font\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cfont size=\"+1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTHE INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e''This has to be the most beautiful book I''ve read in a very long time'' \u003cb\u003e*****\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e''The best book I have read!'' \u003cb\u003e*****\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e''Superbly written with characters I truly cared and worried about'' \u003cb\u003e*****\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e''If you like Kate Morton or Lucinda Riley, you''ll like this too'' \u003cb\u003e*****\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCrossing generations, society''s boundaries and international turmoil, \u003ci\u003eThe Paris Seamstress\u003c\/i\u003e is a beguiling, transporting story perfect for fans of Lucinda Riley, Kate Furnivall, Kate Morton and Penny Vincenzi.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e***************\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cfont size=\"+1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat must Estella sacrifice to make her mark?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1940: \u003c\/b\u003eParisian seamstress \u003cb\u003eEstella Bissette\u003c\/b\u003e is forced to flee France as the Germans advance. She is bound for Manhattan with a few francs, one suitcase, her sewing machine\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA \u003cb\u003efascinating \u003c\/b\u003eand i\u003cb\u003empeccably researched\u003c\/b\u003e evocation of the New York fashion world during World War Two... and some divine-sounding dresses! -- Gill Paul\u003cbr\u003eA fantastically engrossing story.\u003cb\u003e I loved it.\u003c\/b\u003e -- Kelly Rimmer\u003cbr\u003eIntrigue, heartbreak and, ultimately not one, but two heart stopping love stories.\u003cb\u003e I cannot tell you how much I loved this book \u003c\/b\u003eand I \u003ci\u003ecannot\u003c\/i\u003e recommend it enough. -- Rachel Burton * author of The Things We Need To Say *\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eA gorgeously rich and romantic novel \u003c\/b\u003eabout young women finding their way in the world. -- Kate Forsyth * bestselling author of Bitter Greens *\u003cbr\u003eIf you're looking for a swoon-worthy romance, then \u003ci\u003eThe Paris Seamstress \u003c\/i\u003eis for you . . . fans of historical romance will eat this one up. * Refinery29 *\u003cbr\u003eThis \u003cb\u003erich\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003ememorable \u003c\/b\u003enovel unfolds \u003cb\u003ebeautifully \u003c\/b\u003efrom start to finish. * Publishers Weekly *\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eA beautiful story in every way.\u003c\/b\u003e * The Lady *\u003cbr\u003eA family drama set against a background of international conflict... The glamorous backdrop of the fashion industry provides a \u003cb\u003erich, colourful setting\u003c\/b\u003e for much of the action and contrasts starkly with Paris in wartime, where this \u003cb\u003edramatic story \u003c\/b\u003ebegins. * People's Friend ***** *\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhisks you to a dreamy other place\u003c\/b\u003e * Yours *\u003cbr\u003eMany novels have brought me to tears, as did this. But \u003ci\u003eThe Paris Seamstress was different\u003c\/i\u003e. It is such a deep and profound emotion\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003ethat Lester evokes within as you read the last few chapters. \u003cb\u003eEmotion that will touch your heart and soul deeply, leaving you having to almost catch your breath.\u003c\/b\u003e -- Jodi Gibson\u003cbr\u003e[Natasha Lester] deftly weaves real characters, events, places and a love of fashion into her \u003cb\u003ecaptivating tale\u003c\/b\u003e. * Herald Sun *\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFascinating\u003c\/b\u003e, \u003cb\u003eevocative \u003c\/b\u003eand meticulously researched. -- Annabel Abbs * author of Frieda *\u003cbr\u003eCrossing generations, societal boundaries and international turmoil, \u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe Paris Seamstress\u003c\/i\u003e is Lester at her most entertaining and provocative. \u003c\/b\u003e * Perth Festival *\u003cbr\u003eIt's the emotional power in her writing that makes everything seem real, the love, the courage, the drama, the friendships and the romances. \u003cb\u003eLike a wonderful piece of French haute couture, Lester has woven a fine, original story of everlasting quality\u003c\/b\u003e. * BetterReading *\u003cbr\u003eCrossing generations, society's boundaries and international turmoil, \u003ci\u003eThe Paris Seamstress\u003c\/i\u003e is the \u003cb\u003ebeguiling, transporting story \u003c\/b\u003eof the special relationship between a grandmother and her granddaughter as they attempt to heal the heartache of the past. * femail (online) *\u003cbr\u003eEstella is a brilliant designer, with chutzpah, verve and spirit. The novel hums with her energy. * The Weekly Times *\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNatasha Lester brings bold, brave women to life\u003c\/b\u003e * Courier Mail *\u003cbr\u003eA captivating tale. * Daily Examiner *\u003cbr\u003eExcellent historical fiction. -- The Book Muse\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eYou will love this even if you're not a regular reader of historical fiction\u003c\/b\u003e... [\u003ci\u003eT\u003c\/i\u003e\u003ci\u003ehe Paris Seamstress\u003c\/i\u003e] is about two women who are following their dreams, just trying to make their way in the world. -- Jess Just Reads\u003cbr\u003eDo yourself a favour, escape to Paris with Estella...\u003cb\u003e storytelling at its finest\u003c\/b\u003e. I simply cannot wait to see what Natasha will come up with next. -- Great Reads \u0026amp; Tea Leaves\u003cbr\u003eI loved the characters, I loved the tension and the heart ache, the unveiling of the secrets bit by bit, and the twists and turns that I didn't see coming. -- Theresa Smith Writes\u003cbr\u003eA tale of fashion and the building of empires, of war and its ravages, of love and lunacy and strength and resilience, and friendship that lasts a lifetime. -- Beauty and Lace\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eA deeply emotional book \u003c\/b\u003ethat is heartbreaking, while being filled with courage and love -- Reading Writing and Riesling\u003cbr\u003eFierce and passionate with strong men and, most importantly, strong and independent women. -- Seeing the Lighter Side\u003cbr\u003eWhen I read the description of [\u003ci\u003eThe Paris Seamstress\u003c\/i\u003e], \u003cb\u003eimmediately \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eI thought of Kate Morton's books and I wasn't disappointed\u003c\/b\u003e. -- The Fancy Nerds\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eA fantastic read \u003c\/b\u003eto keep you going for the rest of the summer -- Charlotte Betts\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Little, Brown Book Group","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48736971784535,"sku":"9780751573077","price":8.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9780751573077.jpg?v=1723810866","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/the-paris-seamstress-9780751573077","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}