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2021-09-10
The Black Swan of Paris
Karen Robards
Hodder & Stoughton
June 2020
403pp
書籍編號:
01-30451
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● 內文簡介

★亞馬遜、《出版者周刊》星級評論
★美國亞馬遜Kindle暢銷小說
★《刺青師的美麗人生》(The Tattooist of Auschwitz)作者海瑟.莫里斯盛情推薦:「一部出色的小說,讓我們想起愛、希望和勇氣的力量。」

一部以1944年納粹佔領法國為背景的二戰小說,闡述三個堅毅女人如何對抗納粹,逃離戰爭的迫害?一個關於間諜、納粹抵抗軍、拯救家人的故事。

1944年,巴黎。

吉拉薇芙.杜蒙是一名明星歌手,但這是用來掩蓋她關鍵身分的煙霧彈。她備受納粹軍官寵愛,而這些優勢讓她可以四處旅行。納粹軍官所不知道的是,她其實是反抗軍的盟友。

當吉拉薇芙的母親——莉莉安.德.羅徹佛德——被納粹軍抓走時,吉拉薇芙便知道納粹軍即將威脅莉莉安說出實情,阻撓反抗軍的入侵。憂心的吉拉薇芙不願讓媽媽淪為戰爭下的受害者,她決定和她失散已久的姊妹拋下過去痛心的回憶,一同拯救命在旦夕的母親。

《巴黎的黑天鵝》(The Black Swan of Paris)是部令人心痛的小說,闡述了間諜網、抵抗運動和二戰時巴黎的生動寫照。相信將能吸引每位喜歡《夜鶯的哭聲》(The Nightingale)的讀者青睞。

 

● 作者簡介

Karen Robards,《紐約時報》、《今日美國》、《出版者週刊》暢銷作家,著有五十本小說及一本短篇小說。Robards獲獎無數,曾六度獲得Silver Pen awards。

 

● 媒體報導

“A truly outstanding novel, brilliantly written, that captured me and held me in its grip from page one. At its heart this story is about family love and the umbilical cords that stretch but never break. So much can be learnt from the telling of this story of what is truly important whether we live in a privileged, safe environment or in a theatre of conflict. The Black Swan of Paris reminds us of the power of love, hope and courage.”——Heather Morris, #1 bestselling author of The Tattooist of Auschwitz

“I loved The Black Swan of Paris, which has everything you could ask for in the best historical fiction. A strong heroine to root for, a handsome and seductive spy, and a family secret that drives the plot at breakneck pace, all set against the sweeping backdrop of World War II. This novel is Robards's best yet!”——Lisa Scottoline, #1 bestselling author

“Long a master of suspense, Karen Robards turns her formidable talents to the Second World War. The Black Swan of Paris tells of singer Genevieve Dumont, who must navigate a tangled web of torn allegiances, painful secrets and a past that refuses to set her free, as she struggles to save all she holds dear from the Nazis. Boldly conceived and richly realized, Robards establishes herself in a single sweep at the forefront of World War II novels with an emotional and powerful tale.”——Pam Jenoff, New York Times bestselling author of The Lost Girls of Paris

“Beautifully written and completely absorbing. Genevieve is a broken but determined heroine in disguise, fooling the terrifying enemies surrounding her as she is immersed in the ugly belly of the Nazi occupation. Tension, secrets, and loyalty drive this gorgeous book until the very last page and I was transfixed by each riveting moment.”——Noelle Salazar, USA TODAY bestselling author of The Flight Girls

“An extraordinarily suspenseful, emotional read—The Black Swan of Paris is a stunning World War II novel that captivated me from the very first page to its breathtaking conclusion.”——Kelly Rimmer, bestselling author of The Things We Cannot Say

“Robards blends commendable attention to historical detail with intense realism and deep feeling. Historical fiction fans will be enthralled with this richly hewn novel and the romance and danger lurking around its every corner.”——Publishers Weekly, starred review

“An engaging story that explores an often overlooked aspect of World War II lore. For fans of Kristin ­Hannah’s The Nightingale, this page-turning novel full of suspense and excitement examines the lengths to which we are willing to go for our loved ones.”——Library Journal

“An emotional tapestry of divided loyalties and love.”——AARP

“Beneath the glitz and glamour of the life of singing star Genevieve Dumont, aka Black Swan, lies a whirlwind story of love, loss, sacrifice, and war in Paris, 1944. Robards delivers a suspenseful historical account of the women in the Résistance who used heart, body, and soul to advance the Allies plans for an invasion, despite the ironclad control of the Nazis... WWII history buffs will appreciate the accurate depictions and backdrop, while romantic-suspense lovers will eagerly follow Genevieve from the seashores of France to the hilltops of Germany.”——Booklist

“One of the most popular voices in women's fiction.”——Newsweek

“One terrific storyteller.”——Chicago Tribune