{"product_id":"9781408731802","title":"The Paris Code : A breathtakingly beautiful story of love and sacrifice set in wartime Paris","description":"\u003ch3\u003eAuthor: Lester, Natasha\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHistorical fiction\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003ch5\u003ePublished on 12 March 2026 by Little, Brown Book Group (Sphere) in the United Kingdom.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaperback | 416 pages\u003cbr\u003e127 x 197 x 28 | 286g\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'The Paris Code is a passionate, fiery tribute to a historical woman so extraordinary she almost defies belief. Natasha Lester writes with razor-sharp research.' - Kate Quinn, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of The Alice NetworkA strong woman. A dangerous city. A fight for freedom...\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e1928. Eighteen-year-old Marie-Madeleine is not the kind of woman who goes through life sitting down, something her new husband can attest. Her unconventionalities - rally car driving, flying planes and dabbling in intelligence work for the French government - earn her a reputation, but she knows who she is at heart: an adventurer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTen years later, as Europe teeters on the brink of war, a chance encounter with a mysterious man codenamed Navarre turns Marie-Madeleine's life upside down. Recruited to help build a resistance network known only as Alliance, she conceals her identity - and gender - as she navigates a perilous double-life away from her children and the man she loves. Capture and death are only ever a heartbeat away.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBut when the resistance finds themselves without a leader, Marie-Madeleine steps into the role, heedless of the many men who doubt her abilities. Will she, a young mother from Paris, help turn the tide of war?Internationally bestselling author Natasha Lester passionately brings to life the true story of one of history's unsung heroes: Marie-Madeleine Fourcade, the only woman to lead a resistance network in WWII France. Her story is one of epic love, tragic loss and magnificent leadership.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTitled as The Mademoiselle Alliance in Australia and USA.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePraise for The Paris Code:'Written with heart, passion, and impeccable historical research, The Paris Code is a powerful story readers will not be able to put down' - Madeline Martin, New York Times bestselling author of The Booklover's Library'A story of epic love, tragic loss and magnificent leadership' 5-star Reader Review'Deeply researched and gorgeously written, The Paris Code is a testament the strength of a remarkable, globetrotting woman.' - Kerri Maher, New York Times bestselling author of The Paris Bookseller.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e'A coup for bringing women written in the margins of fiction to the fore' 5-star Reader Review'An incredible story of courage, devotion, and daring during the French Resistance...The Paris Code is a moving, powerful homage. A must-read for historical fiction lovers!' - Chanel Cleeton, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of Next Year in Havana'A story about leadership, bravery and courage, war, friendship and the bond Marie-Madeleine had with the fellow resistance members, danger and sacrifice and even romance!' 5-star Reader Review'Natasha Lester's The Paris Code is a masterfully crafted novel that captivated me from the very first page. A beautifully woven story of love, intrigue, courage, and resilience.' - Victoria Christopher Murray, New York Times bestselling author of The Personal Librarian'A powerful story readers will not be able to put down' 5-star Reader Review\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Darling Reads","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56522417078596,"sku":"9781408731802","price":10.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0827\/1265\/8244\/files\/9781408731802.jpg?v=1773677586","url":"https:\/\/darlingreadsbooks.com\/products\/9781408731802","provider":"Darling Reads","version":"1.0","type":"link"}