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Natasha Lester

    January 1, 1973

    Natasha Lester crafts compelling historical novels that transport readers through time. Her work is characterized by a deep interest in women's stories and their resilience across different eras. Lester masterfully explores themes of love, loss, and finding one's place in the world, often set against evocative historical backdrops. Her writing style is rich in detail, immersing the reader in the atmosphere of the period she depicts.

    Natasha Lester
    The Paris Orphan
    Her Mother's Secret
    The Riviera House
    The French Photographer
    A Kiss From Mr Fitzgerald
    The Paris Secret
    • The Paris Secret is an unforgettable story about the lengths people go to protect one another, and a love that, despite everything, lasts a lifetime. Perfect for fans of Kate Furnivall, Lucinda Riley and Kate Morton.

      The Paris Secret
    • A Kiss From Mr Fitzgerald

      • 416 pages
      • 15 hours of reading
      4.4(29)Add rating

      The roaring twenties -- a time for glamour, frivolity and freedom for women. But for Evelyn Lockhart, a small-town girl who is determined to become one of the first female doctors, it means turning her back on her family and the only life she's ever known. In a desperate attempt to support herself through Columbia University's medical school, Evie auditions for the infamous late-night Ziegfeld Follies on Broadway. But if she gets the part, what will it mean for her new relationship with Upper East Side banker Thomas Whitman - a man Evie thinks she could fall in love with, if only she lived a life less scandalous..

      A Kiss From Mr Fitzgerald
    • Inspired by the incredible true story of Lee Miller, Vogue model turned one of the first female war photojournalists, the new novel by the bestselling author of The Paris Seamstress

      The French Photographer
    • The Riviera House

      • 480 pages
      • 17 hours of reading
      4.3(8901)Add rating

      "Paris, 1939: The Nazis think Éliane can't understand German. They're wrong. They think she's merely cataloging the art collection in The Louvre while they steal national treasures for their private collections. They have no idea she's carefully decoding their notes to ensure every painting can be recovered after the war. But Éliane is playing a very dangerous game. Does she dare trust the man she once loved, or will he only betray her once again? She can't know for sure...until a visit to a stunning home on the Riviera dramatically changes the course of her life. Present Day: Seventy years after the end of WWII, Remy heads to a home she's mysteriously inherited on the French Riviera, wanting to forget the tragedy that has left her life in shambles and taken away those she loved most. But when she discovers a painting known to have been stolen decades ago, she begins to question everything she ever knew about her heritage. Maybe the Riviera house holds more secrets than she's ready to deal with. Or maybe, to find the answers she needs, she'll have to learn to open her heart once again"--

      The Riviera House
    • Her Mother's Secret

      • 400 pages
      • 14 hours of reading
      4.3(16)Add rating

      Set in 1920s New York, the story follows a courageous young woman determined to pursue her dreams against societal expectations. As she navigates the challenges of her era, her journey highlights themes of resilience and ambition, making it an inspiring read for fans of authors like Gill Paul, Kate Furnivall, and Penny Vincenzi.

      Her Mother's Secret
    • The Paris Orphan

      • 472 pages
      • 17 hours of reading
      4.2(7152)Add rating

      "New York City/Paris, 1942: When American model Jessica May arrives in Europe to cover the war as a photojournalist for Vogue, most of the soldiers are determined to make her life as difficult as possible. But three friendships change that. Journalist Martha Gellhorn encourages Jess to bend the rules. Captain Dan Hallworth keeps her safe in dangerous places so she can capture the stories that truly matter. And most important of all, the love of a little orphan named Victorine gives Jess strength to do the impossible. But her success will come at a price."-- Publisher's description

      The Paris Orphan
    • The Paris Seamstress

      • 453 pages
      • 16 hours of reading
      4.1(2111)Add rating

      When Fabienne Bissette attends the annual Met Gala for an exhibit honoring her grandmother Estella, a famed designer, she begins to learn more about her grandmother's past, uncovering a story of tragedy, heartbreak, and secrets.

      The Paris Seamstress
    • A breath-taking historical women's fiction novel, full of intrigue, mystery and dangerous secrets, set against the vivid backdrop of Paris. From the international-bestselling author.

      The Three Lives of Alix St Pierre
    • Gaelle navigates the complexities of love and friendship while escaping her troubled past. In the seaside town of Siesta Park, she unexpectedly forms a bond with thirteen-year-old Selena, whose companionship challenges Gaelle to confront her childhood memories of a charismatic yet unreliable mother. This poignant narrative explores themes of connection, self-discovery, and the impact of relationships, showcasing the depth of Gaelle's character as she seeks to redefine her life.

      What is Left Over, After (16pt Large Print Edition)
    • 'Vogue meets Daisy Jones & The Six . . . Natasha Lester's most compelling novel yet!' - Kate Quinn, author of, The Rose Code'Brave, bold, and beautiful . . . I couldn't stop reading' - Kerri Maher, author of, The Paris Bookseller'Natasha Lester at her best!' - Chanel Cleeton, author of, Next Year in HavanaIn November 1973, a legend vanished, leaving behind only a white silk dress and the question: what happened to Astrid Bricard?NEW YORK, 1970. Astrid Bricard is determined to change the fashion world forever and escape the legacy of being the daughter of Mizza Bricard, infamous muse to Christian Dior. But when she meets fellow designer Hawk Jones, they embark on a passionate love affair and she finds herself cast in the same role as her mother, her own talent ignored. Then, before she can make her own mark on the world of couture, she disappears . . .PRESENT DAY. Astrid's daughter Blythe holds what remains of her mother and grandmother's legacies, and she's desperate to weave together the tragedies of the past to create something beautiful. But when her journey takes her to Paris, she quickly discovers that there may be more to her mother's disappearance than she first thought, and she's left with the question: What really happened to Astrid Bricard?Set in the opulent world of luxury fashion, The Disappearance of Astrid Bricard is a heart-wrenching story of love, courage and betrayal, from the internationally bestselling author of The Paris Secret. Perfect for fans of The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo, Rachel Hore and Lucinda Riley.

      The Disappearance of Astrid Bricard: a captivating story of love, betrayal and passion from the author of The Paris Secret