Paris Ever After

I love love love this book! I enjoyed "The Paris Effect" very much, and was surprised to find this - a sequel! Yay! I hope Ms. Burns will bring us even more stories featuring Amy, Margaret, Manu and the rest of the characters she's introduced us to. Viva la France!

Such a cute book! The second in a series, Paris Ever After tells the story of a young pregnant girl who is estranged from her husband and living in Paris. She then works to figure out the next steps of her life with a crazy cast of characters. While I haven't read the first book in the series, The Paris Effect, I never felt lost or confused. The author did a wonderful job of summing things up at the beginning of the novel.

Overall, Paris Ever After is a super fun book and a great way to escape for a few hours.

I received this book free from NetGalley in exchange for my honest and unbiased opinion,

As a Francophile, I enjoyed this romp around Paris with Amy. After fleeing Phoenix, Arizona after the death of her best friend, Amy leaves behind her troubled marriage to William. With some unusual characters, including Margaret, who treats Amy like her daughter, and Mani and Herve, we get to experience Amy’s personal growth. I liked it.

Paris Ever After is a fun and at times emotional read. Amy is definitely one I could relate with. KSR Burns did a fabulous job making Amy a true to life character. I felt like I knew her and understood her life. Of course, I would love to go off to Paris for awhile! I am glad I was able to see the city through her eyes. The author’s talent shines by describing the details of the setting, making a reader feel as though they were part of the story. Amy goes on quite the adventure that she would have never expected. Will this lead to a new life and perspective for Amy? There was in no way could I have predicted how it would have ended for her.

I give Paris Ever After 4 1/2 stars and look for more by this author in the future.

I recommend this book for those who love good contemporary fiction.

I received this back from the publisher. This review is 100% my own honest opinion.

Can Amy’s rocky start in Paris turn into a happy ever after? Amy didn’t realize how stale her life was until she jetted off to Paris without telling a soul—not even her husband—and had the adventure of a lifetime. Now as she tries to establish herself in the City of Light, she finds that despite a fun (and quirky) group of friends and the ability to indulge in French pastries whenever she wants, reinventing her life is much harder than she imagined.

Then on Amy’s thirtieth birthday, two unexpected visitors leave her wondering if she will soon be saying au revoir to Paris and the new life she’s struggled to build. Her estranged husband, Will, shows up—but is he interested in reconciliation or separation? And a young woman who arrives on Amy’s doorstep unleashes chaos that could push Amy out into the street.

As Amy’s Parisian dream starts to fall apart, she must decide: return to the stability of Will and Phoenix (if that’s even still an option) or forge her way forward in Paris? Amid secrets and surprises, set in enchanting gardens, cozy cafés, and glittering Parisian streets, Amy must choose between two very different worlds. And each has a claim on her heart.

My Thoughts: In our first look at Amy Brodie in Paris Ever After, she is still reeling from the death of her best friend Kat. The death that sent her flying off to Paris on a trip that she and Kat had planned, but was derailed by her death. But then, after just a few weeks, Amy returned to Phoenix…to a bitter fight with William that catapulted her back to Paris. On her second day, she meets an older woman named Margaret, who offers a room, and in a short time she begins to feel at home.

Her life is now full of beautiful café lunches; soirees at Margaret’s, with her two friends Herve and Nanu; and a new pregnancy with baby daughter Catherine. Just before she left Phoenix that last time, William gave her a parting gift. He does not know, however, and now she faces a dilemma.

Can she share her news with him and see if there is anything left of the marriage? What will her future hold: Paris or Phoenix?

A lovely book full of scenes that I loved, some characters that were wonderful, and others that were not. Secrets come out and an unexpected reunion between Margaret and someone she thought she had lost would upend Amy’s plans. Where will she belong now? As the story drew to an end, I was hoping for a sequel so that I could spend more time with these characters. 5 stars.

***My e-ARC came from the publisher via NetGalley.

Paris Ever After is a sequel to a book I have not read...that being said, I didn't feel like I had missed anything by just jumping into the second book without reading the first. It takes us on Amy's adventures in Paris and it is a quick, fun read. I really enjoyed the way the story unfolded and hope there's a sequel to this in the works.

Hello, my name is Alina and I am a Francophile. Long story short - when I came upon this book on NetGalley I requested it (just like any other books about Paris) and was extremely happy when I got approved for ARC. And on a beautiful and warm spring morning I made myself a hot café crème and while munching on delicious french macaroon I started to read this lovely novel.

The story begins on a day of Amy's thirtieth birthday. That's also the day when Amy's life as she knows it starts to fall apart. First, she accidentally finds her estranged husband in a local hotel. The same husband who fathered a child she has been carrying for the last five month since the two had an argument that resulted in Amy's move to Paris. Second, her dear friend and landlord Margaret's long-lost daughter, Sophie, shows up at the door. That should not be a surprise. This is her home, after all. The surprise is that Sophie disappeared two years prior and was assumed to be dead. Now, the prodigal daughter wants Amy out of the mother's heart and home. Third, she feels extremely covetous about Manu, who became her dear friend and employer since her move to the city of lights. Also, Manu is Sophie's ex-lover who remained close friends with Margaret after Sophie's disappearance two years ago. Phew, I think I've covered everything here.

In five days Amy's Parisian uneventful life goes from calm and steady to shattered... yet again. Every turn and decision she makes follows by dreadful discoveries. However, Paris is a magical place, and Amy is about to be reminded of it... yet again...

Paris Ever After is fantastic and quick read, perfect for relaxing and quiet evenings at home with a glass of rose and cheese, you have to do it French style or not do it at all. Amy's happy ending warmed my heart and reminded me that no matter how bad it seems today, life goes on, and it will be better... in Paris.

First of all, a huge thank you to a marvelous author, Karen Burns, a.k.a K.S.R.Burns for writing this remarkable novel. And thank you NetGalley and Velvet Morning Press for an ARC of this book.

I had not read any of K.S.R. Burns’s books before I received a free copy of Paris Ever After on Netgalley. I did not know this story was part of a series until a bit into the book which is great. I was given the background information that I needed and I was able to enjoy my trip to Paris! This book is relatable - we all want to be our own hero in some way. Most of us also want to travel to Paris as well! This book was well written and I was not able to immediately guess what was going to happen. The suspense yet easiness of the reading made it a great book. This is a perfect beach read :)

Paris Ever After is a fun read. The first person's voice that Ms Burns has created for Amy is warm and down-to-earth, it sounds like someone you might know telling her story. It is easy to get into the rhythm of the narration that is interjected with wry humour and you can read it in one sitting and you definitely want to read it quickly because the story is such a page-turner.

Really enjoyed following the twists and turns of Amy's life in Paris. Seeing how the change of surroundings leads to a completely different outlook on life. Loved the characterisation of each person. Really enjoyed this book, a great light holiday read.

You know how when you're reading and you're REALLY into a story, the pages just fly by, and what seemed like a long book initially ends up not being long enough? OH yeah, I LOVE that feeling...and yet, sometimes it's harder to grasp than others. Now hold on, I know what you're thinking...this is all leading into a review, so it MUST mean I didn't enjoy my time between the epages...ah, but see, that making that assumption without reading on would make you mal mort (loosely translated...dead wrong).

See, when locked in the e-passages, I found myself getting bogged down by the details. It wasn't so much the fact that the author takes us on a walking tour of France (très beau), or that the French language is sprinkled throughout the text (hello, it IS set there after all!), but there were things I felt I should have already known or understood better from the start. Being the second in the series, I think I would have cared more for the characters earlier on if I'd read the first. For example, Margaret is such a source of strength for Amy, but in my time with her, I saw more of the stereotypical French attitude than motherly affection...true she was going through some MAJOR things, but still. I mean, some books work better as standalone titles, while others need their compadres to prop them up a little; that's nothing to frown at, just another reason to READ MORE! So, let's get down to business....

As I read, I was rooting for Amy to stay in France even though it seemed things were getting tougher by the moment...it seemed her heart was there even if everything else was screaming for escape...and while I wouldn't have taken the leap of faith she did without making William sing first (he said he had news but kept hedging, spill it son!), she did so with her whole heart. I literally wanted to knock the head off of William's scummy shoulders after he finally gave her the big news, or rather she pried it from him (and his suitcase!)...but he'll get what's coming to him eventually; karma likes a challenge. Meanwhile, Manu played a most unexpected role between the start and the finish...I honestly didn't see that transition coming...and Herve, well, let's just say I was surprised, but I wasn't (something didn't quite add up with all those business ventures). I wish I could say I loved Margaret, but the side I saw of her wasn't very likable, nor was that of someone else that I won't mention by name because it will spoil the surprise, but I did actually appreciate the presence of Kat, however "distant" it was. She seemed like someone to know, and yet another reason to perhaps read that first book.

After having finished my read through, and taking a step away from the epages, I can more fully appreciate the story as a whole. It was filled with secrets, revelations, final goodbyes, and new beginnings...all of which add up to a surprisingly good read. See? Aren't you glad you kept reading past my intro? A great addition to your Women's Fiction collection or weekend reading list...though I do suggest perhaps taking in The Paris Effect first.

Couldn’t put it down……

I really liked this book. When I started reading it, I found it hard to put down. In fact, there might have been a little house cleaning that got neglected (don’t tell my husband). I didn’t have the chance to read the prior book, The Paris Effect, but the author did a great job wrapping up that part of Amy’s life. I am still planning on going back and reading though just because of how much I liked this book. My heart went out to Amy and all she was going through, especially when she found out the real reason her husband was in Paris. Secrets seemed to be a running theme in the book and when they came out, they put a real twist into the story. The book is filled with stunning visuals, interesting characters and an addictive plot. I would definitely recommend reading it.

If you love Paris, have ever visited, lived there or just hoped one day you could, this book is for you! This is the sequel to The Paris Effect, but this book can definitely stand alone. I'm going to go back and read the first book anyway. The author gives you a complete background of The Paris Effect, so I was never lost or left wondering who a character was from the beginning. There's a lot of laugh out loud moments, there's a lot of moments when I couldn't possibly know what the main character (Amy) was going to do. I felt her emotions deeply. This is a wonderful book! I enjoyed every minute of it and I look forward to reading more from this author! More than five stars!
I received a copy of this book from Netgalley. Thank you so much, Netgalley!
I had also applied to the author of the book for a read and review ARC.
I received the author's ARC also! Thank you, Karen Burns!
All opinions are my own.

Yet again I read book two in a series before I've read book one (oops). however I found this novel still just as wonderful and the story can be read as a standalone but I would like to go read book one to get that deeper connection with the main character. 

First off, I am totally in love with the cover design of this book (probably the main reason I requested  this book)! The characters in this book were well written. Amy, was complicated, a complete mess, chocolate devotee, and honestly lovable/hate-able in some ways. She was a bit childish but I felt that worked for her character. Will, was just as childish, a jerk, and all around selfish to me. i felt these type roles worked for the book as the characters really drove the story along.

I enjoyed the world building in this novel as the author really set the scene. Paris was an ideal spot! The author did a beautiful portrayal of one of my most desired spots to go to. The different locations in Paris were well described. You almost felt like you were there.

Overall, I enjoyed the ending, a bit of I saw it coming but with most novels like this you know whats going to happen. Although i'm glad it went the way it did because like I said before this made it work!

4/5 stars

For anyone that has ever dreamed of packing everything up and running away to another country, this book is a great ode to the fresh start. Following Amy as she continues her new life in Paris after the death of her best friend, this is actually a sequel but the details are very well provided so it’s not hard to read as a stand-alone. Thoroughly enjoyable, thanks NetGalley!

"Thank you Netgalley and the publisher for the advance copy of this book, in exchange for an honest review."

Loved this book very much. It had just enough sweet romance and the storyline was great! I highly recommend!

This book was wonderful! At first I thought it was going to be a fluffy romance story but it turned out to have so many layers. I love Amy and her supporting cast. I love all of the French phrases and conversations about food. Way more twists and surprises than I expected. Magnifique!

I love any book with “Paris” in the title, because Paris is always a good idea. This book was absolutely beautiful written. There wasn’t too much about it that I didn’t like.

I had not read the first book in this series, but found it wasn't necessary as there is a brief summary in the beginning of the novel. Amy has left her husband and is living in France. He is unaware that she is pregnant with their child, in spite of the fact she has contacted him numerous times. She is living with an elderly friend, Margaret and has found a life in Paris that she loves. Will she be able to keep that life? When her husband shows up in Paris, she realizes she must start planning her future back in the US with the father of her child, but he has a few bombshells of his own. An enjoyable novel and a great summer read!

I was delighted to read this sequel to The Paris Effect. I loved hearing about Amy's continued adventures in France. Her descriptions of Paris are amazing and immersive as well as witty. So enjoyable! Can't wait to read more in this series.


Thanks to NetGalley, the publisher and the author for the ARC in exchange for my honest review.

After reading The Paris Effect some time ago, I was pleased to hear there would be a sequel.
I was eager to read Paris Ever After and catch up with Amy to see what had been happening since we last left her.
The book opens with a little taster of where we left off on the last book just incase all had been forgotten.
Once again we are treated to the delights of Paris, with vivid descriptions of the food, buildings, gardens and culture of Paris, we are lost and transported right back into the life Amy has now created for herself.
But life may not be that simple, Amy is now pregnant and when estranged husband Will turns up out of the blue, Amy needs to decide what she is going to do.
Amy is still living with Margaret, but when her lost daughter Sophie turns up and takes an instant dislike to Amy, her life and plans are put into jeopardy.
Once again I didnt want to put the book down and was eager to turn to the next page.
A perfect read for when you want to get lost and escape to a different country.

Aimee was a fabulous character, and her Paris group of friends made her story charming, interesting and a good read. Her past shows up, and makes her question her present, especially with little Caroline due in just four months & it was a delight to read, I'll definitely be picking up the next in this series!

Thanks to Netgalley for allowing me to read this book in exchange for a personal review.

I’d read the author’s previous novel, The Paris Effect, and like this sequel even more! What a fun romp in The City of Light with characters we grow to care very much about. 5/5

Thanks to the author, Velvet Morning Press and NetGalley for the review copy. Opinions are mine.

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A great escape read with well written characters. I received a copy from NetGalley and the publisher and this is my honest opinion.