By Tara Moss.
The Ghosts of Paris is a historical mystery set in the shadow of World War II, following the journey of Billie Walker, a private inquiry agent based in Sydney. In 1947, Billie is hired by Mrs Vera Montgomery to find her missing husband, last seen in post-war Paris.
For Billie, however, the case becomes personal—Paris also holds the unanswered question of her husband, Jake Rake, who disappeared during the war in 1944 and was never heard from again.
As Billie returns to the city of light, now in its fragile post-war recovery, she navigates a dangerous web of secrets, deception, and lingering wartime trauma. The investigation takes her into the heart of Paris’s underworld, uncovering hidden truths not only about Vera Montgomery’s husband but also about her past.
The story masterfully intertwines both mysteries, as Billie searches for answers about her missing loved one while facing new threats and betrayals in the present.
The author crafts a multi-layered plot that balances personal loss with the broader historical backdrop of a war-torn world. The story is filled with intrigue, danger, and emotional depth, as Billie confronts not only external enemies but also the ghosts of her past.
The story explores themes of love, survival, betrayal, and the harsh realities of a world in recovery, with Paris serving as both a setting and a symbol of hope and heartache.
The historical detail is vivid and immersive, giving readers a strong sense of time and place, while the narrative maintains a strong pace as Billie's investigation leads her deeper into a labyrinth of secrets.
For fans of historical fiction and gripping mysteries, this is the book for you!
Thank you so much to the author - Tara Moss as well as Lisa at Verve Books for posting a final copy of the book!
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