The Paris Wife
The Paris Wife
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2011
Book Brief
331
Novel • Fiction
Paris, France • 1920s
2011
Adult
18+ years
Super Short Summary
In The Paris Wife by Paula McLain, Hadley Richardson and Ernest Hemingway's whirlwind romance begins in 1920 and swiftly progresses to marriage despite opposition from their friends. They eventually move to Paris, where Ernest's writing career takes off, but their relationship deteriorates due to financial struggles, infidelity, and the strain of Ernest’s ambition.
Melancholic
Nostalgic
Romantic
Contemplative
Emotional
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Paris Wife by Paula McLain offers a poignant portrayal of Hadley Richardson's marriage to Ernest Hemingway, set against the vibrant backdrop of 1920s Paris. Praised for its rich historical detail and compelling narrative, some critique the novel for a slow pace and underdeveloped secondary characters. Overall, it's an evocative read for historical fiction fans.
Who Should Read The Paris Wife?
Readers who enjoy historical fiction and literature focusing on complex relationships will appreciate The Paris Wife by Paula McLain. Fans of The Paris Library by Janet Skeslien Charles and Z: A Novel of Zelda Fitzgerald by Therese Anne Fowler will find similar enjoyment in this tale of Ernest Hemingway's first wife and 1920s Paris.
313,165 ratings
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331
Novel • Fiction
Paris, France • 1920s
2011
Adult
18+ years
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