There is nothing I did not love about this book! So much so that I had to buy it in audiobook as well. The audiobook narrator is exactly how I pictured the characters sounding as I was reading. From Sophie, Amy, Verite, Claire and the rest of the characters this author pulled you into the story from the start. The writing was smooth and fluid and I will definitely be recommending this book again and again!

It was a pleasure to read a copy of this book provided by NetGalley. All opinions are my own.

A terrific inspiring and , yes, gripping read. Yes it's a dual time line novel where in 1997 Amy has lost so much but finds her faith in herself and others again while working as an archivist. The real story, though, is based in fact and set in WWII France, where Sophie risked everything to work with the French resistance. Fans of WWII novels might think they know all the stories but no one can and this is a fresh take on the heroism of the men and women who worked so hard. Thanks to Netgalley for the ARC. Great read.

What a sensational story! Present day, Amy is an archivist who has faced devastating loss in her life. When a file comes across her desk labeled Agent Colette, she is stunned and fascinated. Agent Colette is a more myth than reality, no one knew very much about who she really was or if she even really existed. With the okay from her boss Amy embarks on a journey of discovery, was she real, who was she really, and what was the truth behind the myth?
This story is such a heart-breaker, wrenchin all the emotions possible from the reader. I must warn, a box of tissues is an absolute must for this story, especially the ending, you may need extras! I cried buckets ! I do recommend highly for all those who can't get enough of the war or Paris and the unsung, little known heroes. 5 plus stars.
Thank you to Hachette Book Group and to Net Galley for the free ARC, I am leaving my honest review voluntarily.

Super grateful for having early access to this historical fiction book on NetGalley. IThis was a dual-timeline story with Sophie Clement who was a well-renowned French musician and spy for England, who performed for the Germans and gathered valuable information, but she was also suspected by others to be a Nazi collaborator. Also, Amy who was also a pianist and lost her ability to play. She's also an archivist who is handed the recently released file of Colette (Sophie Clement). This story was expertly woven together as Amy investigates and learns more about Sophie Clement, aka Colette and what happened to her during and after the war. It was a riveting story and interesting to learn more about what happened in France during the resistance and especially the radio operators who worked surreptitiously behind enemy lines passing valuable information along to the Allies. It always amazes me the bravery of those that did that kind of work.

Absolutely loved this!!! I LOVED The Schoolteacher of Saint-Michel, so I couldn't wait to read this. This story definitely didn't disappoint. Sarah Steele is now one of my favorite authors. Beautifully written. I couldn't put the book down. Loved the characters, story and writing style. I enjoyed how the book alternated between Amy in 1997 and Sophie and Verity during WWII. Things would have been so different if Sophie would have stayed at the cottage with Alec. Loved the mention of Miriam and the schoolteacher. Sophie was doing so much for her country, but everyone believed she was a traitor and sided up with the Nazis. How ironic that Verity ended up being Colette's "godmother." Sophie's story was perfect for Amy. Amy started healing and allowed music back n her life. Loved how Sophie's story unfolded through Verity and Daphne.

Definitely recommend the book. The story was wonderful and my review doesn't do justice for how much I enjoyed this book. Loved getting to know all the characters. I was hoping for a happy ending for Sophie and Alec. In a way, they got what they really wanted, even if it was only for a short moment. Look forward to reading more books by the author.

I received a complimentary copy of this book from Hachette Book Group through NetGalley. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own.

I didn't like it. I had a hard time following it. I read many English based books but I couldn't wrap my mind around the story. Sorry to the author. I'm sure it is me and not the story.