This writer is becoming one of my favorites as her charming stories are easy reading and light. In this novel, a young woman takes a job in what she believes to be a Paris bakery, intending to work on her French and live in the famed city seemed like an an answer for her troubles. But the bakery turns out to be a hole in the wall in a tiny town on a street called Rue de Paris. The grouchy woman who owns the shop is difficult, but the job comes with a tiny studio apartment over the bakery. Edith decides to stay anyway, at least for a while. She settles into the routine, with the admonition to never go into the basement. You can guess what is next, she just has to find out the secret, and when she does, the urgency to save this tiny establishment from the greedy corporation wanting to turn it into condos takes her in a whole new direction. Of course, there is a bit of magic in the secret. And I’m not going to spoil it.

If a producer sought a book that could be a Hallmark movie, this would certainly fit the bill. There’s a touch of whimsy in this girl-goes-to-France-to-find-herself-but-falls-in-love-instead novel. I enjoyed the French interspersed throughout the novel, but I also speak French. At times, the translations weren’t necessarily clear for non-Francophone readers. The main plot is cute, but I felt the simplicity was overshadowed by one too many tangential story arcs. Two stars is probably too low, but three would be generous on my scale. Thanks to NetGalley and HarperCollins Publishers for this copy. This review is my own opinion.

Four and a half stars rounded up to five. Edie needs a change in her life. She accepts a position as an assistant manager at a bakery in Paris, only to find out the bakery is in a village an hour north of Paris. And what is up with the secret baker in the basement, that she never sees?
I loved this book. It was so cozy, and even though it was predictable, I enjoyed every page. Highly, highly recommended.

Thanks to NetGalley for providing me with an advanced copy of this book in exchange for an unbiased review.

While sweet, mysterious, and readable, I sadly didn't really connect with this one.

I liked each of the many subplots, but they didn't work well together for me- It felt like the author was trying to do too many things at once: romance, mystery, historical fiction, magical realism, contemporary fiction, dual (triple?) POVs... and it just felt like none of them was done fully. I would have loved to hear more of Madame Moreau's story, and more of Pierre's story fleshed out. Instead, their parts felt rushed and wedged in to the story.

The story itself was a lovely idea in theory, it just didn't work for me in practice. The mystery was solved so early on that I barely cared about its answer- we hadn't spent very much time wondering or becoming invested yet. Then, a new problem was introduced late in the story that had little/nothing to do with the original mystery... only to be solved far too easily and quickly to be believable. For example, How is Hugo, a COO and aspiring photographer, suddenly able to open a training restaurant?

Sometimes, I am in the mood for light, fluffy, and easy, and this book might work for that mood. I am, unfortunately, not in that mood very often. I would have enjoyed much more development in fewer story lines rather than a more surface level development across many story lines, which is how this book felt for me.

Our heroine Edith has been taking care of her sick mother. After her mother passes away Ediie is looking for a change and as she has fond memories of baking with her mother so she applies for a job in a bakery in Paris. She gets the job and she leaves Ireland. When she arrives she finds out that the bakery is not in Paris but is in a small town, Compiègne. The bakery is not a conventional one. There magic involved. All in all the story is sweet one. Thank you NetGalley and HarperCollins in exchange for an honest review. If you are in the mood for a light read this one is for you. Warning - if you are on a diet -you may be craving pastries

This audiobook is a true delight, & I can not recommend it enough! Enchanting, heartfelt, & deeply immersive, it is a must-listen for anyone who loves stories that transport you to another world…especially if, like me, you adore tales where food is a central theme.

🥐New to audiobooks? This is the ideal introduction, showing why some stories are meant to be heard.
🥐New to magical realism? As a HUGE fan of the genre, I promise this captivating story will sweep you away.

The narrator’s voice was warm, melodic, & infused with a charming accent that flows effortlessly between English & French. With about 10% of the story in French (I am guessing), reading might feel daunting, but the audiobook makes it pure joy. The audiobook is definitely the way to go, as it made me feel as though I spoke French fluently (I do NOT!). The narrator whisked me away to a charming French bakery, just an hour from Paris, where the scent of freshly baked pastries & the village life felt so vivid. This bakery produces the most delectable meals & pastries, each steeped in history & tradition. The story celebrates family recipes & community & the way food brings everyone together is simply beautiful. The bakery also hides a whimsical secret…a magical gift that adds an enchanting layer of magical realism, making every moment sparkle.

I chose this book for its gorgeous cover and my love for the author’s previous work, “The Lost Bookshop”. Set in a charming French village, it blends magical realism, family drama, and small-town warmth. The bakery’s vivid, history-rich creations shine, evoking family ties. Though the plot felt predictable, vibrant characters and their heartfelt motivations made it heartwarming. WWII historical elements added depth, and the tender portrayal of grief and loss was deeply moving.

Huge thanks to the author and @NetGalley for the gifted copy in exchange for my honest review. I loved it so much that by chapter one I purchased the audiobook, and I am so glad I did! This enchanting story, beautifully narrated, is a heartwarming celebration of food, family, and magic. A must-listen for anyone craving a cozy, immersive tale.

4/5 beautiful⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ from me!

THE MYSTERIOUS BAKERY ON RUE DE PARIS by Evie Woods was a magical, wonderful escape of a novel featuring a young woman attempting to regain her footing after years of caretaking without a thought for her own life. Jumping at the opportunity of a lifetime, Edie Lane heads for what she believes to be the life of her dreams in an exquisite bakery, but soon realizes she's not in the right dream at all -- yet somehow, some way, her genuine wishes are revealed and answered. I loved the romance, the mystery, the magic, the setting, the entire world created by Evie Woods -- a truly marvelous read. I received a copy of this novel and these thoughts are my own, unbiased opinions.

Enjoyed this cute adventure through Compegine, France. I loved the characters of Hugo and Edith! It was a ghost story that was well done and not too over the top. Thanks to #NetGalley for the ARC of #TheMysteriousBakeryOnRueDeParis.

I really wanted to love this book but was sadly disappointed. I’ve read other books by Evie Woods and very much enjoyed them. It is a republishing of the book and the new cover it’s well done. It's a cozy, magical mystery that is slow paced and disjointed in parts. The main character is 29 and portrayed as a 19 year old setting off on an adventure when she accepts a job far from home as an assistant at a bakery. What disappointed me the most was that I would have liked a like more history behind the bakery. And magical hot chocolate. It’s lightly brushed over and could have added a lot to the story.

Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for giving the opportunity to read this book. This is my honest opinion and review.

I expected this book to be a "light-weight" read, but it was not. The twists and turns of the various characters and the plot made it worth my time. this book is worth a read!

One of my first books by Evie Woods. I did enjoy the book however, it was a little slow starting. Edie Lane left everything behind. She ended up not where she thought but where she needed to be. I did find Edie to be enchanting and easy to fall in love. Will she be able to find out the secrets that lurk near? I will be looking into more books by Evie Woods. I received a copy through Netgalley. A review was not required.

The only mystery here is why, if you're going to the effort of rereleasing a previously published book, you wouldn't bother to have the author (an editor at the very least!) run their eyes over it prior to publication. There are obvious continuity and language issues to say nothing of the fact that it's just not very well written. (As I read I kept thinking, "how is this her latest book? It feels like a first effort." Now having finished, I find that supposition was correct.) Frankly, it does a major disservice to the author because I really enjoyed "The Lost Bookshop" and I had high hopes for this.

The liberally sprinkled French words and phrases were awkward and self-conscious. I also felt consistently blindsided by Edith when in conversations she blurted out thoughts that had never been introduced in any of her endless internal monologues. The historical references should have imbued the story with gravitas, instead it felt as though the author was simply embellishing a travel article she'd stumbled across.

This was a lovely idea, the potential for a lovely cast of characters and an interesting plot. And yet I felt zero connection to any characters, nor the place nor the story. It felt half-baked or under-proofed, if you'll pardon the baking puns. Really, such a shame.



Thank you to NetGalley & the publisher for the arc in exchange for an honest review.

This was a cute read. All of Evie Wood books make you feel good and cozy. Def a feel good book and a good pallet cleanser between intense reads

Read if you like: Historical fiction, Romance, found family, magical Realism and paranormal.

This book starts slow with Edith Lane moving to France from Ireland after her mother died. She answers an ad for an English speaking assistant in a bakery. At first Madame Moreau is grumpy and has no patience for Edith. She starts to make friends and meets Hugo ❤️ in a Jazz Club.

She discovered a Mystery in the bakery. She gets to know Madame Moreau and her history with the Nazis and losing her parents. Someone betrayed Pierre Moreau that led to her mother's capture. Because of the prejudice of romani people. This book had me shedding tears for Madame Moreau and Pierre and the atrocities that the Nazis did. I was craving all the bread, croissants, and cupcakes. I enjoyed learning the history of Compiegne and its involvement in WW1 and WW2. I was able to understand some of the French but most I had to Google.

I loved this book and now I need to read the author's other books. I'm smitten.

I was hooked from the beginning!!
It was amazing and engaging.
I was instantly sucked in by the atmosphere and writing style.
The characters were all very well developed .
The writing is exceptional and I was hooked after the first sentence.

4.25⭐
Delightful story of a young Irish woman, grieving the recent loss of her mother, boldly applies for an assistant manager position at a bakery on the Rue de Paris. Mistakenly, she thought it was in Paris, but the bakery in an historic small town was where she needed to be. Part coming-of-age and part romance leavened with a dash magic. Thanks to netgalley for the opportunity to read this book in exchange for an honest review.

Evie Woods is an automatic read for me. Her stories are usually soo cozy and lighthearted. I love the element of magic and the Paris theme. There’s always been something soo elegant about it and Evie did a great job. I will forever be a fan. These books are always necessary for even those that read the heavier and more complex novels. Sometimes we just need an easy going, shorter read that gives us that breath if fresh air.

I loved this whole story. The characters were lovely, the magic(wish I knew more about the vanilla!), family and drama all were top tier.

This story is a great combination of magic and family drama. It is filled with sweetness and a dash of romance. The history and community of this quant French town makes the perfect backdrop for the story. The descriptions of the baked goods coupled with the attic apartment above a haunted or magical bakery make this a fun and engaging read. It is wonderful to see Edie grow as a MC and finally find herself so far from home in a place she never intended to be. It is a gentle reminder that the journey takes us where we need to be. The cover is stunning and memorable. The story itself skews a little YA and a slight knowledge of French is helpful as there is quite a bit of French sentences and expressions sprinkled throughout. The importance of the town in WWII adds some history to the story. A quick and engaging read, best paired with a croissant and a cup of magical hot chocolate.

I enjoyed this book. The storyline was a little different and the characters were realistic. The story kept me interested and entertained. I would definitely read more from this author and will be recommending it to family and friends. Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for allowing me to read an advance copy for my honest review.