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The Postmistress of Paris

Meg Waite Clayton
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The Postmistress of Paris

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021

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Meg Waite Clayton

The Postmistress of Paris

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2021
Book Details
Pages

416

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

France • 1940s

Publication Year

2021

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

The Postmistress of Paris by Meg Waite Clayton tells the tale of a courageous American woman in Nazi-occupied France. She risks her life to help artists and intellectuals escape to freedom, intertwining themes of love, sacrifice, and resilience against the backdrop of World War II.

Reviews & Readership

4.0

15,391 ratings

67%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

The Postmistress of Paris by Meg Waite Clayton is lauded for its evocative portrayal of wartime moral dilemmas and the resilience of its characters. Critics appreciate the historical accuracy and emotional depth but note occasional pacing issues. Overall, it’s recognized as a compelling narrative that highlights the courage and complexity of its heroine.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Postmistress of Paris?

Readers captivated by historical fiction with strong female protagonists will enjoy The Postmistress of Paris by Meg Waite Clayton. Those who appreciated The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah or The Book Thief by Markus Zusak will find this novel similarly compelling for its evocative portrayal of World War II and its focus on courage and resistance.

4.0

15,391 ratings

67%

Loved it

26%

Mixed feelings

7%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

416

Format

Novel • Fiction

Setting

France • 1940s

Publication Year

2021

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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