Paris at First Light

‘Amazing… phenomenal… I loved every minute I spent… I couldn’t put down this heart-pounding read. What an amazing escape… I literally went back in time… I didn’t want the book to end… I loved it’ Page Turners ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Paris, 1944: secret agent Juliette is on her most dangerous mission of the war so far. But then her children are kidnapped, and to get them back she may have to commit the ultimate betrayal – that of France itself…

Four years ago, when France fell to the Nazis, Juliette made the ultimate sacrifice, leaving behind her two precious children to join the Resistance and defend her country. Now a spy in Paris, she must work with Captain Daniel Diaz – an American agent she’s taken an instant dislike to – on a dangerous mission to uncover a deadly Nazi plot.

As the pair play their parts, Juliette begins to see another side to Daniel, and their feelings for each other start to grow. But just as love blossoms, Juliette receives a ransom note that changes everything. Someone in Paris knows who she is. And they’ve kidnapped her little son and daughter. The message is clear: betray your country, or you’ll never see your children alive again.

Juliette has sworn a sacred oath to save France at all costs, but she could never sacrifice her children. So, against all the odds, she decides to attempt the impossible: rescue her children and continue her dangerous work fighting the Nazi threat.

But as the mission forces Juliette and Daniel to the very brink, will they succeed on all fronts? And if not, will France pay the ultimate price, or will Juliette?

A completely gripping and heart-wrenching historical novel about hope, betrayal and one mother’s limitless courage. Perfect for readers of The Alice Network, The Nightingale and My Name is Eva, this epic story will leave you breathless.

‘Incredible… Absolutely fascinating… just brilliant… filled with tension and edge of your seat stuff… it did become difficult to leave it out of my hands and I found myself racing towards the finish line with my heart in my mouth.’ Shaz’s Book Blog

‘What an amazing story by Amanda Lees! Any mother could imagine Juliette’s heart breaking in a million pieces with her worry for the safety of her children… Incredible… fabulous.’ Robin Loves Reading ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Seductive… this is all heroism and courage in the face of adversity and betrayal… Engaging… Commercial, gripping and fast-moving entertainment of the highest order.’ Maxim Jakubowski, crimetime.co.uk

‘Super… This is a book full of strong female characters who I completely admired… Once you start reading this gripping book you won’t be able to put it down.’ @leona.omahony ⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Spectacular… Oh, I love this!… phenomenal.’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘I loved it… Exceptional… Highly recommended.’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘I feverishly tore through the chapters… spellbinding.’ @booksreadbyaprairiegirl ⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Calling all history lovers, this book is for you. Paris at First light by Amanda Lees is all heart, heart-breaking, heart-racing, heart-pounding, and heart-warming.’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘A gripping, heart-wrenching historical novel… So much courage, strength and resilience!’ @shortbookthyme ⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘What an amazing book… One of the best historical fiction books that I have read… Love!’ Robin Loves Reading ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘I was completely captivated from the first page to the last. This rapidly moving story held my attention and I couldn’t put it down. I found myself holding my breath… absolutely an amazing historical fiction… fabulous.’ Page Turners ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘My new favourite… LOVED.’ Goodreads reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Captivating… amazing… Fast paced, with plenty of suspense and action that kept me reading far past my bedtime… I highly recommend this book!’ Sharon Beyond the Books ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Wow… Fabulous… I was glued to it from the beginning.’ @karen_loves_reading ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘I was captivated… flying through the pages… Excellent… I was entranced.’ NetGalley reviewer ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐