The Paris Key
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| Rating | : | 4.86 (519 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0451473698 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 384 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2016-03-06 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
She lives in California. Juliet Blackwell is the New York Times bestselling author of the Witchcraft mysteries (A Vision in Velvet, Tarnished and Torn) and the Haunted Home Renovation mysteries (Keeper of the Castle, Home for the Haunting). . This is her first work of women’s fiction
An American in Paris navigates her family’s secret past and unlocks her own future, in this emotionally evocative novel by New York Times bestselling author Juliet Blackwell.As a girl, Genevieve Martin spent the happiest summer of her life in Paris, learning the delicate art of locksmithing at her uncle’s side. But since then, living back in the States, she has become more private, more subdued. But as she absorbs all that Parisian culture has to offer, she realizes the city also holds secrets about her family that could change her forever, and that locked doors can protect you or imprison you, depending on which side of them you stand.. She has been an observer of life rather than an active participant, holding herself back from those around her, including her soon-to-be-ex-husband.Paris never really left Genevieve, and, as her marriage crumbles, she finds herself faced with an incredible opportunity: return to the magical city of her youth to take over her late uncle’s shop
Praise for The Paris Key “Juliet Blackwell offers a compelling storyline with a charming protagonist and a deep well of family secrets, all gorgeously set in the City of Lights. When I find an author who can provide this much reader involvement, I put her on my ‘must read’ list.”—MyShelf. The sights and smells of Blackwell’s Paris lingered long after I turned the last page. The Paris Key is an absorbing homage to family, friendship, and, of course, the greatest city
I enjoy Juliet Blackwell's cozy mysteries but this was much more Spiritcat I devoured this book in 2 days because I was so wrapped up in the story. I enjoy Juliet Blackwell's cozy mysteries but this was much more than that. It was a portrait of two women and, of course, Paris. It has intrigue, mystery, adventure and a look into the past and how it affects the future. The mystery of locks, abandon mansions and Paris underground tunnels will keep you interested as well as the unfolding of the stories of Geneviev. A story unlocked in the city of Paris An intriguing juxtaposition of two stories, a daughter and a mother, both of whom find the pivotal circumstances of their lives intricately woven into the confines of Paris, its above-ground existence and that of its underground passages. The story of Genevieve, a young woman from California, whose life has been defined by her locksmith uncle, and her sojourn in Paris which defines both her present circumstances, intertwined with those . "I really enjoyed this book" according to anggela. I really enjoyed this book. Enjoyed how her neighbors in Paris embraced her and her adventures of discovering the city. What courage it would take to leave your home and move to a different country and have a new life! reading this book, makes me want to visit Paris all the more! Will recommend this book to others!