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This beautiful first printing softcover is in new, unread condition. The pages are tight and unmarked, and the book remains clean, square, and well-preserved.
This first printing softcover is near fine, no marks, pages are tight and unmarked, the book is tight, square, and in good condition. The Forgotten Bookshop in Paris is a novel by Daisy Wood. In 1940s Paris, Jacques, a devoted bookseller, owns La Page Cachée. As the Nazis occupy the city, he transforms his bookstore into a refuge, hiding banned books and offering sanctuary to those in peril. Reviewers have praised Daisy Wood's meticulous historical research. The novel’s depiction of wartime Paris, along with a modern-day journey of restoration and self-discovery, offers a poignant exploration of resilience and hope. This beautifully written story is a testament to the enduring power of books, love, and the human spirit in the face of adversity.
This beautiful softcover edition is in good condition. The pages are tight, unmarked, and the book is tight, square, and in good condition. The Clockmaker’s Wife revolves around Nell, a young woman in wartime London, whose husband, Arthur, is a skilled clockmaker working on Big Ben. When Arthur is arrested under mysterious circumstances, Nell is drawn into a web of secrets and espionage, realizing that the iconic clock tower may be central to a dangerous plot. The book received praise for its atmospheric depiction of wartime London.