WHEN PARIS WHISPERS

“Reflective, heartfelt, and filled with small but meaningful moments that linger long after the final page.”

"Ultimately, When Paris Whispers is a story about finding the courage to become the person you want to be. Readers who enjoy thoughtful literary fiction, stories of personal growth, and vivid international settings will likely find themselves completely absorbed. It’s a reflective, character-driven novel that proves sometimes the biggest adventure is learning to trust yourself.."

"A lovely story about heartbreak and discovering one’s self in a new city."

"A thoughtful exploration of identity, betrayal, and the necessity of confronting inherited lies."

Oh what a gorgeous novel which totally transported me back to Paris of the 1980’s, with the adventures of a young girl travelling alone in her 20’s. A retrospective on grief and bullying, and the ability to overcome it, is the shining message, set against the backdrop of beautiful Paris in this tale of self-discovery. And all the while, quotes from the revered writers of France’s cultured tradition float amongst the prose, illustrating perfectly the thoughts of the blossoming Catrine. I adored this novel and its many layers, I didn’t want it to ever end , and it occurred to me that you could even compare it to the works of Moliere with its good and evil protagonists, the denouement and setting to rights of all loose ends. This would make a wonderful film!

This was a well-rounded and compelling genre of fiction meets romance novel. With elements of contemporary women’s fiction and underlying elements of romance, the author does a wonderful job of world-building, making not only the city of Paris but France and other parts of the world come to life beautifully on the page through strong imagery and the author's writing style. That imagery provided a depth of immersion that readers could easily get lost in. This was a very character-driven narrative. While the supporting cast definitely helped lay a foundation for the reader to delve into the story, it was the protagonist and her personal journey that really helped the reader connect with the story's themes and settings. Themes such as identity, the process of grieving, and the power that comes with starting over and following one’s dreams were elevated throughout the protagonist's journey, keeping readers invested in every development. THE VERDICT Heartfelt, a whirlwind adventure, and engaging, author Marianne C Bohr's “When Paris Whispers” is a must-read contemporary women’s fiction-meets-romance novel. Between the passionate relationship that the protagonist develops throughout the narrative, the relatable struggles of starting over in a new city and a new country, and the shocking twists and turns in the protagonist's story as new discoveries and shocking revelations change her trajectory, made this novel one that readers will not be able to put down.