I am loving Rebecca Raisin's Paris set books and this was no exception.

And its a must for book lovers, as what is better than a bookshop that appears to possibly mend broken hearts. Or that broken hearted and lonely people seem to gravitate towards without even realising.

Coco has moved back to Paris with teen daughter Eloise, after she is caught up in a scandal and needs to regroup. However Eloise is not so happy about it, and her storyline is one that many teens would relate to, in addition to anyone that remembers that age of their own lives.

Coco stumbles across this bookshop and is offered a job there, so long as she can control the rather unruly bookclub - which I'm fairly sure have featured in one of the authors books before (at least they seemed so familiar to me that I have to believe that or I'm rather confused).

Coco also keeps running into Henri, who I really took too. He's gorgeous, bookish and some of the dialogue between them is hilarious, although after their first few meetings she is less sure about him.

I loved everything about this book, and it really made my heart sing as I read it. Another Parisian masterpiece from this talented author.

Thank you to Boldwood Books and Netgalley for this copy which I have reviewed honestly and voluntarily.

Love this beautifully written book that takes place in Paris, the city of Love! Perfect place to write a romance book

This was my first experience reading something by this author and it was such a delightful story. This novel was like a warm croissant on a rainy day: comforting, a little indulgent, and impossible to resist. Coco is a heroine you root for from page one. She’s messy, heartbroken, hilarious, and real, and her chaotic plunge into a new life back in Paris is both touching and laugh-out-loud funny.
The bookshop setting is dreamy—complete with cocktails, secret book tunnels, and a sprinkle of magic. And then there’s the grumpy bookshop stranger who gives off major Mr. Darcy energy. Their chemistry sizzles from their first snarky exchange under the Eiffel Tower.
Filled with witty banter, a heartwarming journey, and a charming setting, this book is perfect for a cozy weekend read with a cup of your choice of warm beverage.
I received a complimentary copy from NetGalley and Boldwood Books and am voluntarily leaving my review.

The Paris Bookshop for the Broken-Hearted is a warm, charming story about healing, new beginnings, and the magic of books. Raisin’s writing is cozy and inviting, making it easy to get swept into the characters’ journeys. Some plot points feel a bit predictable, but the heartfelt emotion and lovely setting make up for it.

Overall, a delightful 4 star read for anyone craving a sweet, uplifting escape.

The Paris Bookshop for the Broken-Hearted by Rebecca Raisin is a sweet, Hallmark-style romance set in the enchanting city of Paris. The story follows Coco, a recently heartbroken woman who moves back to Paris with her teenage daughter after losing her business and relationship. Feeling lost, Coco stumbles upon a magical bookshop that offers more than just books—it’s a cozy escape filled with cocktails, comfort, and the possibility of new beginnings.

While the premise is undeniably charming, the execution didn’t quite work for me. The bookshop itself, with its quirky, whimsical atmosphere and eclectic patrons, is definitely the highlight. The detailed descriptions of the cozy nooks, cocktail bar, and a secret tunnel of books made me wish it were a real place. Valérie, the warm and wise shop owner, brings a touch of magic to the story, and the book club members add some lighthearted moments.

Unfortunately, the story’s pacing and character dynamics fell flat. Coco, as the main character, was difficult to connect with. Her reactions felt inconsistent—sometimes overly dramatic or just downright frustrating. Her strained relationship with her teenage daughter Eloise also lacked depth, making it hard to sympathize with either of them. The romance between Coco and Henri felt forced, with little chemistry to make their attraction believable. Henri’s initial grumpiness was intriguing, but the development of their relationship seemed more awkward than romantic.

Additionally, some attempts at humor missed the mark. A few scenes, like the one where a man wanders into the bookshop looking for puppies, felt so out of place that they pulled me out of the story. While I appreciated the effort to add lighthearted moments, they often came off as contrived.

If you’re in the mood for a light, escapist read with a cozy bookshop setting, this might be your cup of tea. However, if you’re looking for deep emotional connections and well-developed romantic tension, this one may not quite hit the mark. The story had potential, but it didn’t resonate with me as much as I hoped.

Rating: ⭐️⭐️ 💫 (2.5/5)
I’d recommend this to fans of Hallmark-style romances who enjoy quaint, bookish settings. However, readers who prefer more depth and realism in their characters might find it lacking.

Thank you for the advance copy read NetGalley.

First, I love a good story with a bookstore backdrop. The fact that this one in Paris curated a sense of wanting to be there myself whilst reading this story. Pulled me in, made me settle in, and enjoyed the ride. Great book!

The premise of the story was really lovely, and I was excited to sit down and savor this book. Unfortunately, I struggled to get into it and connect with the characters. I think it was totally a me problem - right book, wrong time. I plan to pick this up again later.

Thank you to Rebecca Raisin, Boldwood Books and NetGalley for a digital copy of the book for an honest review.

A wonderful read!
This novel drew me in from the very first page and kept me hooked until the end. The characters were vibrant and relatable, the writing was engaging, and the story had just the right balance of heart and humor. Highly recommend!
Many thanks to NetGalley, the author, and the publisher for my ARC. All opinions are my own.

I hard a hard with this one. I had to DNF. I didn’t really connected with the characters. Sadly, I don’t think this book was for me or maybe I didn’t read it at the right time.

Good plot line just a little slow. When Coco is betrayed by her romantic and business partner, she is put in a bad position with her publishing company. After trying to make amends with her authors, she leaves London with her daughter and returns to her former home in Paris to stay temporarily with her parents until she can find a job and another place to live. In the meantime, she ends up in a tussle under the Eiffel Tower when a thief tries to steal from her. And a handsome stranger comes to her rescue only to accuse her of acting like a tourist when he discovers she has Parisian roots. When she stumbles across the Paris Bookshop for the Broken Hearted, she is taken with this unique shop and its unusual owner. On top of this, much to her dislike, she discovers the rude stranger Henri that she met at the Eiffel Tower is a frequent visitor to the shop. Story about starting over and managing children in the single life. This was a sweet and wholesome easy read; a tale of friendship, triumph over adversity and love in unlikely places. The romance was slow to burn and sweet. The author's strength is in her descriptions and making the reader feel immersed in the world. I wish that little bookshop was real. Thanks to the author, publisher and Netgalley.

"The Paris Bookshop for the Broken-Hearted" is the kind of feel-good, heartwarming romance that wraps you up like a cozy blanket and doesn’t let go. Coco’s story is messy, relatable, and full of charm. We meet her as she’s picking up the pieces after a breakup and business failure, moving back home to Paris with her daughter, and totally swearing off men (same girl)… until fate steps in.

Enter a grumpy (and very attractive, obviously) stranger she clashes with under the Eiffel Tower (iconic meet cute?!) , and a magical little bookshop that seems like it was plucked straight out of a dream. With a café, cocktail bar, and even a secret tunnel of books, this bookshop setting is pure escapist bliss (which, let's be real, we need in 2025). It’s every book lover’s fantasy and the perfect backdrop for a romance that slowly, sweetly builds.

Coco’s journey is funny, emotional, and empowering. The banter between her and the mysterious stranger-turned-co-worker is just the right mix of tension and tenderness, and their chemistry is undeniable. Add in the Paris springtime setting, and this book becomes a perfect romantic escape.

If you’re into stories about fresh starts, found families, bookshop magic, and slow-burn love with a grumpy/sunshine dynamic, this one’s for you. It’s light, uplifting, and totally swoon-worthy.

Honestly? I didn’t want it to end.

From the blurb:
Can you ever swear off love, in the city of love? Coco is having a hell of a month. She’s lost her boyfriend and her business, been forced to uproot her daughter to move back in with her parents in Paris, and now an infuriatingly handsome stranger is yelling at her for acting like a tourist… Right underneath the Eiffel Tower.
Storming away from him – and swearing off men for life – she decides she’s going to take the first job that comes her way.
Then, as if fate hears her, later that day she stumbles into a little bookshop – but not any old bookshop. This one comes complete with a café, cocktail bar, reading room and secret tunnel of books, and just a little hint of magic in the air. So when Coco’s offered a job selling books there, it feels like the perfect fit.
There’s only one problem… propping up the bar in the bookshop is none other than the grumpy, gorgeous stranger she’d met earlier that day…

First off, I would categorize this more as women's fiction than strictly romance... it's there but the found family with the book group and the owner is more the focus of the book. However, her developing relationship with Henri is really sweet and clean and they do get their HEA in the end. I love books about cozy bookshops and this one would definitely be on my list to visit! A bit frustrating if looking for a specific book, but the perfect shop to wander for something new through book tunnels and up to the reading loft to cuddle into a hammock with a special drink and a good book. Overall I really enjoyed this book.
I voluntarily read and reviewed an advance copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Charming book about new beginnings after heartache. New friendships, a new job and finding mother daughter relationships with some books and romance thrown in.

The Paris Bookshop for the Broken-Hearted is a tender, atmospheric gem. Set against the charm of old Paris, it’s a story of second chances, quiet longing, and unexpected love between women. Every page is infused with emotion and hope. A heartfelt, beautifully written novel that lingers like the scent of old books and soft rain.

I think there must be a phenomenon called The Rebecca Raisin Effect. It ensures that the magic present in her books reaches you just at the time you need it to. I know personally that whenever I pick up one of her books, I'm sure to be met with relatable characters, a loving community of quirks at their finest, a great set of banter and a happily ever after. The Paris Bookshop for the Broken-Hearted did not disappoint on any of those fronts.

I adore books written about books and I am often amazed at how many Rebecca Raisin has written about them, and yet they are all so different! The only things that disappoint me is the lack of sequels when I want so desperately to know what happens next and the fact that it is fiction, when I want to visit all of these places!

I do like the little Easter Eggs in the form of previous characters making their appearance in other books and smiled at the chapter with Anais in it. I also liked the fact that there are good characters with bad behaviours in this book. Relatable and life like. I loved the book club crew and their quirky shenanigans and how I must be mostly fluent in French due to my understanding of both languages that get slipped onto the pages.

Thank you so much to Netgalley, Boldwood Books and Rebecca Raisin for a lovely and thought provoking book in the form of an ARC. All opinions are my own!

This was a short, wholesome, and charming read with a touch of whimsy! The Paris Bookshop for the Broken-Hearted is much more than just a romance set in a bookstore in Paris. It explores a mother-daughter relationship, friendship, teenage angst, and love in unlikely places. The book features many detailed descriptions that immerse you in the story and its world. I often wished to be there in the moment with the main character in the bookstore; I truly wish that bookstore were real!

However, I did struggle a bit with the tone of the book. At times, the humor felt a bit misplaced, and the use of gen z slang was a bit annoying and distracting to me. I would have preferred it to be toned down a bit so I could enjoy the story more fully. Nonetheless, the book has its charm! The romance is sweet and cute, and it doesn’t dominate the entire story. And the setting of Paris made the story feel more magical. I think you’d really enjoy this one if you like a sweet romance between a single mom and single dad, bookstores, cafés, meet-cutes, book clubs, and found family.

Thank you to NetGalley and Boldwood Books for providing an ARC in exchange for an honest review! ♡

On the back of the book: “Coco is having a hell of a month. She’s lost her boyfriend and her business, been forced to uproot her daughter to move back in with her parents in Paris, and now an infuriatingly handsome stranger is yelling at her for acting like a tourist… Right underneath the Eiffel Tower.
Storming away from him – and swearing off men for life – she decides she’s going to take the first job that comes her way.
Then, as if fate hears her, later that day she stumbles into a little bookshop – but not any old bookshop. This one comes complete with a café, cocktail bar, reading room and secret tunnel of books, and just a little hint of magic in the air. So when Coco’s offered a job selling books there, it feels like the perfect fit. “

This was a delightful cosy read. One of those books, you read late into the night because you just think ‘one more chapter’ and then you read 6! I really enjoyed this book, and I loved the links with ‘The Little Paris Hotel’. I can’t wait for the next instalment!

The Paris Bookshop for the Broken-Hearted by Rebecca Raisin is a charming and heartwarming novel that blends romance with elements of women’s fiction, creating a delightful reading experience. Coco’s journey from heartbreak and professional loss in London to finding solace and a new beginning in Paris is beautifully portrayed. The book paints a vivid picture of a magical bookshop, complete with a café, cocktail bar, and a community of readers, offering a haven for those seeking comfort and healing.

Raisin’s strength lies in her ability to create relatable and engaging characters, particularly Coco and Henri, whose initial antagonistic encounters evolve into a tender romance. The book explores the complexities of their past hurts and their cautious approach to new relationships, adding depth to their connection. The supporting characters, especially the bookshop’s owner, Valerie, and the members of the book club, contribute to the cozy and inviting atmosphere.

Raisin’s writing style is both evocative and accessible, making the book an enjoyable and comforting read. The book’s focus on themes like mother-daughter relationships, personal resilience, and the power of community, elevates it beyond a typical romance novel. The book’s cozy atmosphere and its celebration of books and bookshops will appeal to a wide range of readers, especially those who appreciate stories with heart and a touch of magic.

This was a solid read. I enjoyed the main characters and the cast of supporting characters. I found myself wishing to find this bookshop, to be able to sit and read in the Library Madeline and relax. The story was engaging and kept my interest.

The Paris Bookshop for the Broken Hearted is an enchanting contemporary romance with an immersive and entertaining storyline. The narrative is so lucid and captivating that it was easy to slip into Coco’s world as she navigated the new enforced chapter in her life. As I delved deeper into the tale, my urge to book a flight to Paris and wander around its streets and laneways until I found this heavenly bookstore just got stronger. I could envision myself sitting by the window in Library Madeline with a coffee and a book, gazing dreamily at the Eiffel Tower… or standing at the bar waiting to see what potion and passage Valérie would prescribe for me!

Another reason why I especially loved this book is that beyond romance, the story touches upon tough topics like betrayal, bullying, loneliness and grief. The author beautifully portrays the serious themes with warmth and maturity and skilfully captures the tender balance of heartbreak and healing with utmost perfection. I also loved the little cameo from Anais, owner of the literary themed boutique hotel from the author’s previous novel, Christmas at the Little Paris Hotel!

If you are looking for a cozy and heartwarming novel which offers more than just sweet romance — I wholeheartedly recommend this exceptional book. It is a love letter as well as an ode to literature, friendship, love, loyalty and above all, Life. I really enjoyed the book and I look forward to reading more of such beautiful Parisian escapes from the author in the near future.