This author has gifted her readers a charming story based in a small French village. Our main character is a baker in a historic popular bakery with a secret mysterious history. As the story unfolds the beauty, culture and food of France are beautifully atmospheric for the reader to enjoy. The characters are richly matched and add vibrance to the intriguing story.
I read this in one sitting it was such a pleasure to read. Thank you to Net Galley, the author and publisher for the opportunity. My review opinions are my own.

Thank you to Netgalley and Harper 360 for an early copy of this book in exchange for an honest review. I loved this book and read it in one sitting. I loved the storyline and the characters. I thought the characters had great growth. I would definitely recommend this book.

This was a great read. I love books about WWII in France. Highly recommend! Light, easy read! Heartfelt and hopeful!

The tiny town of Compiègne, complete with its local bakery on the Rue de Paris, holds many secrets. This might not be where Edie intended to be but it's not long before she realizes it's exactly where she needs to be…

Edith lives in Wales with her father, and is drifting through her life; to shake things up a bit, she takes a job at a boulangerie that, instead of being in Paris, as she thinks, on the Rue de Paris (the road to Paris) in a small town about an hour outside Paris.

This is a fun little novel, if not quite what I was expecting. At its heart, this is a romance novel, complete with boy meets girl, with less magic and more romance than I was expecting. Still, it includes some interesting history of France during WWII, with a couple of twists, even if they were more predictable than the author may have meant them to be. Still, it's a pleasant, happy book that I read on a rainy afternoon, which was the perfect time to read it. Appropriate for ages middle school through adult.

I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book provided by Netgalley. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

Evie Woods' The Mysterious Bakery on Rue de Paris is sweet, weaving together threads of magical realism, heartwarming relationships, and a touch of delightful rebellion. Edith, the main character, has suffered some sadness in her life, and decides it's time to try something new. The ad she answers calls for a bakery manager on Rue de Paris, which to Edie's dismay, is not actually in Paris! Instead, she finds herself working for a cranky woman who won't let her help with much.

The evolution of the bond between Edie and the initially stern Madame Moreau is a particular highlight, blossoming beautifully into a familial connection that anchors the narrative. Witnessing their dynamic shift from employer-employee to something deeply caring and supportive adds a rich emotional layer to the story. Furthermore, the satisfying arc of Hugo's and Edie's relationship adds a nice arc to the story.

Beyond the central relationship, the small French town and the locals further highlight the sense of community that Woods so effectively creates. The blend of subtle magic within the bakery's creations, the picturesque setting of Compiègne, and the well-developed characters makes for a truly immersive and enjoyable reading experience.

Edie Lane needs a fresh start in life- she decides to take a job in Paris to start over. Edie goes from Dublin to Paris only to discover that the job she has taken isn’t really in Paris but in Compiegene, north of Paris and a patisserie that’s tucked away. Edie discovers that the bakery is magical and mysterious. She soon discovers that it’s in danger of surviving and Edie must uncover the mystery and truth to save the patisserie.
I enjoyed this whimsical tale- thank you NetGalley for ARC .

Edie takes a job at a bakery in Paris on a whim in hopes of finding herself. But it turns out the job is outside the city, and there’s something odd going on at the bakery. Is this adventure more than Edie bargained for?

This book has a little bit of everything—mystery, history, romance—all wrapped up in a cozy package. If you enjoyed The Lost Bookshop, you’ll like this book too. The author paints a clear picture of each character, and I enjoyed the relationships that the protagonist forms throughout the book as well as the changing POV. Sometimes I wished the author delved deeper into certain plot points, but that would take away from the overall cozy vibe of this book.

Thanks to NetGalley, One More Chapter, and Harper Collins Publishers for an advanced copy of the book to review.

A decent read but questionable behavior from the main character. I don’t get the whole lusting for someone who is doing something terrible trope. Redemption is odd in this storyline. The way the plot worked out was disappointing. The side characters felt like an afterthought and there was not enough focus on the secret of the bakery itself.

Thank you to NetGalley and Harper 360 for this e-arc in exchange for my honest review.

This book was beautiful - the magic, the magical realism, the coziness of the overall vibes...

After Edie loses her mom she's struggling, she honestly loses her way a bit and so she discovers she needs to make a change. So she leaves Ireland behind and travels to what she believes is Paris to work in a bakery. However there is some translation issues and it turns out the bakery is not n Paris - it's in Compiegne which is about an hour north of the city! This tiny town is an absolute delight - the local bakery on the street named Rue de Paris is beautiful, charming, and the holder of many, many secrets. It wasn't where Edie wanted to be but it was for sure where she NEEDED to be.

There is some predictability with this book and all of the French... well lets just say I had to dust off some RUSTY language skills to completely follow the book! My only other complaint is now I really want a good parisian pastry and hot chocolate. So it's not fair that I can't have either (well, they won't be the same at least!).

Wow! This is a great read. A little magic, a lot of love and realization of true self is wrapped up nicely in this well written book. Edith and Hugo are on a predestined course to find their true selves. Storyline is warm and heartfelt. I loved this book. Looking forward to the next book by this author. I was given an advanced reader copy of this book by NetGalley and I am freely sharing my review.

4.5 stars, round up to 5.

This is an interesting book I read. About Edie getting a job at the bakery in France and she discovers mysteries and secrets the bakery has. I feel emotional with happy, sad, and angry moments throughout the story. Good characters. A lot of French words and sentences so if you are learning French, this book would be great. Has dual POVs. What I find interesting that it has 1st and 3rd point of views. Overall, I enjoy The Mysterious Bakery on Rue de Paris! Do you like a bakery setting, France, and mysteries, then check out this book! One more thing, there are some romantic moments.

I have received a free copy from NetGalley. All opinions are my own. Thank you!

I needed a calm, comforting story to read before bed and this worked. Was it great? No. Was it charming? Yes.

After the passing of her mother, Edie Lane is ready for a fresh start. Semi-fluent in French, she leaves Ireland behind for what she believes is a new job at a Parisian bakery. However, upon arrival, she discovers the bakery is actually located on Rue de Paris—in the much smaller town of Compiègne. Initially disappointed, Edie decides to make the best of it, and soon finds herself enchanted by the charm and rich history of the town.

As Edie settles in, she begins to suspect her boss, Madame Moreau, and her grandson Manu are hiding something. Her curiosity leads her to a surprising discovery that changes everything. Edie’s unshakeable optimism proves to be just what the struggling bakery—and perhaps its owners—need.

While the story is heartwarming, it leans toward the predictable. The romance felt a bit clichéd, and Edie comes across as somewhat naïve for a twenty-nine-year-old. Learning that this is a rerelease from the author’s back catalog helped explain the lighter tone and simpler narrative. Having read her more recent work, I found those novels had greater emotional depth and complexity.

The standout moments in this book are the historical flashbacks to Madame Moreau’s childhood during the war. These sections added depth and intrigue, and I would have loved to see more of that timeline explored.

Overall, this is an enjoyable, quick read with charm and warmth, though it may appeal more to younger readers or fans of lighter women’s fiction. Thank you to NetGalley, Harper 360, and of course the author Evie Woods for the advanced copy of the book. The Mysterious Bakery on Rue de Paris is out now. All opinions are my own.

This book was a little slow for me and I didn’t love Edie. Also, I was a little disappointed to realize this was a republished book.

An unusual story that blends historical fiction and fantasy. Interesting characters and setting keep you engaged. Thanks to #NetGalley and #TheMysteriousBakeryOnRueDeParis for advanced digital copy.

Many thanks to NetGalley and Harper 360 for the opportunity to read The Mysterious Bakery on Rue de Paris by Evie Woods, a book you'll want to read again and again and again. Pure Magic!

A hint of magical realism, this was a wonderful book about the twists and turns of life; we don't always know the reasons behind the way things happen, but life continues on regardless. Edie is seeking change in life after her mother dies. She finds a job online that is looking for someone to tend customers at a bakery on the Rue de Paris. She assumes the job, accepted sight-unseen is actually in Paris, but it turns out is a rural bakery in a rural town a few hours from Paris on a street named Rue de Paris. From the moment she gets there, after her initial disappointment at not actually living in Paris, she is intrigued by the local residents and she sets out to solve the mystery of the bakery. In the process of figuring out the mystery, her life changes as she accepts her mothers death and moves forward into the future. It is a lovely, sweet, quiet, contemplative read.

An extra star was added for the very French flair and setting in Compiegne. Edith leaves London after her mother dies, hoping to start a new life at 29 years old. Answering an ad as an assistant manager at a bakery, Edith thinks she is going to Paris, but ends up on the Rue de Paris in Compiegne. The historical significance of this city adds flavor and depth to the story, as Edith tries to help Mademoiselle Moreau continue her legacy in the bakery. Add in a love interest, a bit of magical realism, and the story is hopeful and entertaining. Recommended for Francophiles. Thanks to NetGalley for the ARC.

The Mysterious Bakery of Rue de Paris

A charming and mysterious story filled with history, heart, and mouthwatering pastries. I loved how the community came together to fight for what mattered, and the historical layers made the story even richer. You can almost smell the baguettes and croissants—this book is a treat for both the mind and senses!

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