The Paris Library: A Novel

An instant New York Times, Washington Post, and USA TODAY bestseller—based on the true story of the heroic librarians at the American Library in Paris during World War II—The Paris Library is a moving and unforgettable “ode to the importance of libraries, books, and the human connections we find within both” (Kristin Harmel, New York Times bestsell...show more

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368 pages

Average rating: 7.45

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Nikki90
Feb 29, 2024
10/10 stars
Captivating and rich, filled emotion!
featherdrop07
Nov 14, 2023
8/10 stars
Fictional, historic read.
Anonymous
Mar 23, 2023
10/10 stars
Best book I've read all year!
Firesmythe
Feb 26, 2023
8/10 stars
Had it not been for my recent obsession with reading books about books and bookish culture, I would probably have passed this book by based on the cover alone and the fact that it takes place during the WWII era. However, the charming story of Odile Gustafson immediately drew me in (and not just because we share a name). Odile's journey to become employee of a place she deeply loves and cherishes, The American Library in Paris, reminded me of my ...read more
MollyO
Jan 24, 2022
I appreciated the scenes in Montana and enjoyed those scene, especially.

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