Thank you to net galley for this arc and audio. I loved it. It is based on true events which made it even more interesting to read. It's historical fiction based in London post war. Louise finds a necklace in a box at a second hand shop and she swears she's seen the necklace before on an old friend in Paris.

‘Last Twilight in Paris’ was another gripping read from Pam Jenoff about World War II. We learn so much when she brings to light these little known stories.

The narrators, Thérèse Plummer and Saskia Maarleveld, were excellent, easily differentiating the two main characters. The author weaves the two timelines together seamlessly.

Another wonderful historical fiction by this author. I enjoyed both the ebook and audio versions. I look forward to reading her next book.

Thank you to NetGalley and Harlequin Audio/Harlequin Trade Publishing, Park Row for an Audio and eARC for my honest review.

Title: Last Twilight in Paris
Author: Pam Jenoff
Narrated by: Thérèse Plummer, Saskia Maarleveld
Publisher: Harlequin Audio
Length: Approximately 10 hours and 31 minutes
Source: Review Copy from NetGalley. Thank you!

What is the genre of the book you are currently reading? I am currently reading a historical fiction novel.

In 1953, Louise discovers a necklace in a secondhand shop that brings back memories from her time in France working for the Red Cross during WWII. Her friend had the necklace from a musician, and she was killed immediately after Louise last saw her holding the necklace. Will Louise be able to solve the mystery of the necklace?

Helaine is estranged from her Jewish parents for marrying a non-Jew, cellist Gabriel. Gabriel goes missing when he is forced to play in concerts by the Nazi around Germany. Helaine is arrested and forced to work in Levitan. Will Helaine and Joe be reunited?

My thoughts on this novel:
• This was a dual timeline novel. I enjoyed the characters and both storylines equally.

• This was a good strong story and very engaging.

• This book was also a story of marriage for both couples. Joe and Helaine have been estranged due to war experiences and not wanting to talk about them. I like how they work on their marriage and come to an understanding.

• The intriguing mystery of what happened to Louise’s friend Fanny during the war had a satisfying conclusion.

• There was a great authors note on Levitan, a real store in Parish where Jews are forced to sort plunder from Jewish homes and get it ready to sell. Also, it was disturbing about how the Red Cross had a checkered past in WWII. They knew what was going on in the concentration camps but did nothing about it.

• I read this book mostly on my Kindle, but I did finish it on audiobook. It was engaging in both formats.

• This was the February pick for the Brenda Novak Book Group. There was a great virtual book club with the author on Brenda Novak’s Facebook page. This book group meetings are always enjoyable.

Overall, Last Twilight in Paris by Pam Jenoff was an engaging dual timeline WWII historical fiction novel. I liked the unique storyline.

You'll find:
- 2 POVs
- 2 timelines
- WWII
- historical fiction
- twists

Even though I've read a lot of WWII historical fiction, I did learn something new about WWII. And I liked both main characters. Whenever there are overlapping timelines from different points of view, I find the story drags a bit. I felt like we were waiting so long for everything to come together.

The narrators were great. I'm glad there was a different narrator for each POV. And the audiobook was well produced.

Last Twilight in Paris by Pam Jenoff is a riveting historical fiction novel that seamlessly blends mystery with the emotional depth of wartime experiences. Through the intertwined narratives of two women, Louise and Helaine, Jenoff tells a story of resilience, love, and the haunting shadows of WWII.

The novel presents two distinct perspectives, each offering a unique view of the war in a current perspective and the aftermath:
1. Louise, now a housewife living on the outskirts of London, is a former Red Cross worker grappling with life post-war. As she struggles to navigate her reality with her husband, who also battles the scars of the war, the emotional tension and complexity of their relationship add layers to her character’s journey.
2. Helaine, a Jewish woman in France, endures unique hardships when she is imprisoned and forced to work at Lévitan, a department store seized by the Germans. There, she is forced to help sell stolen items from Jewish families, a dark and poignant reminder of the cruelty of war.

The beauty of this novel lies in how Jenoff intertwines the two women’s lives, even as they remain geographically distant. The mystery of their connection, subtly hinted at throughout the book, kept me turning pages, eagerly awaiting the moment their paths would finally cross. Though the story is marked by moments of heartache and loss, it is also filled with love in its many forms. The tender love story between Helaine and her husband is both moving and hopeful, while Louise’s evolving relationship with her husband, as they learn to rebuild and heal together, adds a touching layer to the narrative.

The ending is profoundly satisfying, bringing closure to both the mystery and the emotional arcs of the characters in a way that is both bittersweet and beautiful.

A huge thank you to NetGalley and Harlequin Audio for providing a copy of Last Twilight in Paris in exchange for my honest review.

Pam Jenoff delivers yet another gripping World War II historical fiction novel with Last Twilight in Paris, a story rich in intrigue, suspense, romance, and resilience. From the first page, I was completely hooked and couldn’t put it down—finishing it in just one day!

Set in the beautiful yet war-torn city of Paris, the story revolves around a lost necklace that holds the key to a decade-long mystery. Jenoff masterfully weaves together themes of female friendship, heroism, survival, and hidden histories, making for a deeply moving and compelling read.

The audiobook, narrated by Therese Plummer and Saskia Maarleveld, was phenomenal. Their performances, with distinct accents and emotional depth, truly brought the dual timelines and perspectives to life. I felt as if I was right there in Paris, experiencing every moment alongside the characters.

I always love historical fiction because it brings me so close to the truth behind these incredible stories, and Last Twilight in Paris is no exception. If you enjoy wartime drama filled with mystery, courage, and hope, this book is a must-read. Highly recommended!

Thank you NetGalley for the audio version of this book. Pam Jenoff always finds a moment in history that is little known and creates a story so this moment isn’t forgotten. I loved this book even though in places it was heartbreaking.

I thought the Last Twilight in Paris was a great read. The characters were very well developed and the dual storylines worked well together. There was mystery, suspense, romance, tragedy, history, everything you could ask for in a historical novel. I won't give away the plot, but highly suggest you give this a read.

Although WW2 has many historical fiction novels, I still appreciate when it's done well and when there is a part of the story I had never heard before. What happened to the belongings of all the Jews once they had been removed from their homes by the Germans? This will tell you, in a heart wrenching story of survival and the lasting impacts of war.

Rating: 4.5/5 Stars
Pub Date: 2/4
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I am entirely sure that Pam Janoff could write a a court order for my arrest and I would love every second of reading it. She has such a magnificent way of storytelling that you are immediately transported to wherever in whatever time period and you become part of the story. Last Twilight in Paris was no different.
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Told in dual timelines this story captures the tragic essence of life during the war and the horrors that were endured but also the aftermath. I felt like I was right alongside these characters throughout the entire story. I loved the mystery element and how a necklace is such an important piece to the puzzle.
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The characters are superb and written so well that I couldn’t help but feel like I was apart of this story, that I was one of them. It’s truly incredible how she manages to link characters together and how each of the characters grow throughout this story.
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I listened to this one via audiobook and it was narrated by Thérèse Plummer and Saskia Maarleveld. The two were absolutely phenomenal for this book and I flew through this one. Highly recommend the audiobook.
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Overall, I love Pam Janoff, this book is amazing and you need to read this one. Huge thank you to NetGalley, Pam Janoff and Harlequin Audio for the ALC in exchange for my honest review.

Thanks to @netgalley for the audio ARC! I was thrilled to get a copy of this book after loving The Lost Girls of Paris by Pam Jenoff. I like how she weaves real-life historical events into fictional stories about women in different time periods. This one opens with a mysterious locket discovered in post-war London in 1953. Louise knows she has seen it before during WWII in Germany and is determined to find out more about where it came from. Her story also parallels Helaine, a Jew living in Paris during the war.

This book was fast-paced and engaging and I couldn't wait to find out how everything was resolved. I also liked that it touched PTSD and talking through trauma with those you love.

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ (4/5)

A historical fiction novel based on true events that did not disappoint! Pam Jenoff masterfully weaves a gripping story filled with remarkable characters, dual timelines, and alternating POVs that add incredible depth and perspective.

I love when historical fiction teaches me something new, and Last Twilight in Paris did just that! There were aspects of history I had never encountered before, making the story even more compelling.

I had the opportunity to listen to the audiobook while following along with the physical book—my absolute favorite way to read! The narration was fantastic, truly bringing the characters and emotions to life. Whether you read or listen, this is a must-read for any historical fiction fan!

Many thanks to #NetGalley & #Harlequin_Audio for the ARCs. All opinions are my own.

Thank you for allowing me to listen to this audiobook.
This was an outstanding story of historical fiction of World War II. The audiobook and narrator were really good. It's my first read of this genre, and I was truly invested. I was so emotional listening to this and I love the two stories of Helaine and Louise and how both of their stories come together. I tandem read it because I bought the book as well and at the end I like reading about the real history of Levitan.

I enjoyed this audiobook so much. I thought the narrators really bought the story to life and I felt like I was living it with them. I was obsessed with this story and the twist and turns at every angle. I loved the historical fiction aspect and usually this genre is hard to keep my attention but I was hooked from chapter 1. Will be checking out more books by her !

Also loved that it was based on a true story!

A deeply moving and fascinating story about a niche / not told story of Paris during WWII. The multiple timelines are handled well and LAST TWILIGHT IN PARIS crosses genres deftly, touching historical fiction, mystery, thriller, and a little romance too. Thank you to NetGalley and the publisher for the advance copy.

Thanks to NetGalley and Harlequin Audio for the ARC copy of this audiobook!

It's been a minute since I've been able to slow myself down enough to pay attention to an audio book. I've tried a few others throughout the last few months, but simply just couldn't get through more than a chapter or two before giving up. However, Last Twilight in Paris by Pam Jenoff drew me in and held me there for several days of listening this week! Yay!

The audio narration was great and the story itself was wonderful. It didn't feel overly dramatic like some WWII hist fic can be. This whole story is based around locket necklaces that connect two women across countries and time. It's told from dual POVs, Louise and Helaine. I was sucked into Helaine's story and proved having a harder time keeping up with Louise's for some reason. By the end, I was equally invested in both, but the start was a little rocky! All in all, a very good novel that I'd recommend to anyone that enjoys WWII hist fic. This was right up my alley and I'll definitely be reading more from Pam Jenoff now!

Beautifully written with intricate details, giving glimpses of life in Paris and London, during wartime — under Hitlers regime….

Two different timelines. One in 1953. The other smack dab in the middle of the war.. so early to mid 1940’s.

Louise is now a married woman with kids. The year is 1953. She’s living in London. Her husband, Joe, is a war veteran.
BUT…during the war, she helped out by delivering Red Cross Packages to the prisoners. During that time she made many acquaintances, and a few close friends.

One was her then boss, Ian. In another life, and another time, she thinks they could’ve been much more than friends…

Another was her close friend, Franny. She was a beauty, and a true entertainer. She traveled to many camps to entertain the troops, as well as the prisoners… those who were taken, against their will… some, just because they were Jewish….

In the 1940’s timeline, we have Elan (Helaine ??…not sure as it was an audiobook…)
She was very sick as a child, and was completely SHELTERED…until she turned 18… and finally escaped her home to start taking walks… alone.

On one of her walks she meets a gifted Cellist named Gabriel… and they become inseparable!

This is JUST THE BEGINNING. Just an introduction to what’s ahead!

I will say that Louise finds something, while working, hidden in a crate… and it reminds her of something she pretty clearly remembers from the war…

And so, she sets out to find out where it’s from, and who it belonged to… and that my friends leads us to the creation of this Beautiful Novel!

Sad but yet heart-warming. Scary, and also…beautiful. Seeing both the best and the worst of people… and what some will do when faced with very hard times…

5 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ for me!

#TwilightInParis by #PamJenoff. Narrated beautifully by #Thérèse Plummer and #SaskiaMaarleveld.

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This was my first time reading/listening to this author. I really enjoyed this book.

I have read a lot of books about World War II. I like that this book had a different twist of those who were Jews and those in the Red Cross. The different aspects of viewpoints of the war. This book went between two women skipping back and forth. I can't imagine being Jewish and having to unpack items from other Jewish families that were taken away. Then to find your own family's items with the crates.

I was excited to receive this as an ALC! Thank you Harlequin Audio. I adore any and all books set during the WW2 time period!

Until this book, I had no idea that Levitan, a department store turned into a prison where Jews were forced to sell goods plundered from the homes of fellow exiled Jews, existed. How absolutely horrific.

The love story of Helaine and Gabriel was quick; however, it was beautiful. Having the sweetness of Helaine and Gabriel at first juxtaposed against Louise and Joe.

One of the most illuminating parts of the book was the sad statement that objects were given more consideration that people during this time period. May we always keep this lesson from history in mind: people are more important than things, and all humans should be treated humanely.

There is so much more I want to say, but I do not want the ruin the beauty of this book!! The ending was so satisfying. Helaine and Gabriel are seriously my new favorite couple.

This review will be posted on my booksta, toomanyfivestarreads, soon.

Book review: 3.75/5 ⭐️
Genre: historical fiction
Themes: WW2, POWs, holocaust, women in war
📖 Read if you like: The Women,

Told in two voices, this story connect two women through a necklace and the path it may have taken. Most unexpectedly it involved a Parisian department store with a dark history of involvement in the imprisonment of Jewish Parisians, while also enabling the sale of stolen goods taken by the Nazis.

Louis bounces between the present in 1953 and her time with the British Red Cross during the war. Now a housewife who resents the expectation to simply return mothering, Louis helps out in a second hand shop in her spare time. It is there that she discovers a necklace, but she is sure it is not the first time she has seen it. For the very necklace is forever connected to her dead friend, the enigmatic actress Franny who made her way through occupied Europe under the cover of entertainer while she was really helping POWs with intelligence.

Her mystery will lead to Helaine. Growing up in a wealthy Parisian family, Helaine had been sheltered all her life. After a childhood illness she was all but kept prisoner in her palatial home. Yet as she grew, so too did her curiosity and sense of adventure. As her explorations of Paris as a young woman lead to the music of a young man, her fate is sealed with a rapid romance with the cellist Gabriel. When the Germans invade Paris and life becomes increasingly dangerous for the Jews, Helaine inadvertently gets herself arrested as she searches for her missing husband.

As the mystery unfolds, a unique piece of history is revealed. This is a time and story that has been told through many lenses, yet it is always a wonder to learn something new. It makes sense that the Nazis would need an avenue to sell their pilfered goods and that they would of course use the labour of a people they deemed as good for nothing but free labour. I also liked Louise as a woman expected to return to a version of normality that no longer fits with her experiences and ability.

I thought Helaine was a little contrary in her opinions and behaviour prior to imprisonment, but then again her youth and general inexperience with the world play into this. In contrast, Louis was a really well developed POV and I was very much invested in her mystery and the connection to Helaine. Overall, this was another well researched and emotional piece of historical fiction. I did find both women to be a little naive given they were both living through a war, but the ending was sweet to match. A little piece of forgotten history weaved into fiction

🎧 it is a pet peeve of mine when a period piece taking place in Europe only features actors with an English accent. So, I really appreciated that the two narrators had different accents. More than that they did the voices of other characters flawlessly and kept a nice pace similar to the way I read.

Thank you to Netgalley and Harlequin Audio for a copy of this audiobook.