Bøker av Natalie Meg Evans

Within the French Dordogne valley, beyond the rolling vineyards and inside an ancient château, hangs a beautiful silk gown - what heartbreaking secrets does it possess? From the multi-award winning and bestselling author, comes a bittersweet romantic story.Shauna Vincent arrives in the gorgeous French village of Chemignac, to au pair for the grandchildren of an old friend. As she begins to explore her new home, she discovers a locked tower room hiding a treasure trove of exquisite vintage dresses. One gown feels unsettlingly familiar.When Shauna falls asleep one afternoon in a valley full of birdsong, she has a strange dream of an aircraft circling threateningly overhead. She awakes to find charismatic local landowner Laurent standing over her.Shauna is sure the dress and her dream are linked, and as Laurent begins to talk of his grandfather's midnight missions during the German occupation, she wonders if he can help her untangle this intriguing message from the past.A Gown of Thorns draws you into a richly evocative world steeped in secrets that will mesmerize fans of Rachel Hauck's The Wedding Dress, Kristen Hannah's The Nightingale and Adriani Trigiani.What readers are saying about Natalie Meg Evans's bestselling novels:'The Dress Thief sweeps readers into the heart of Paris during the rise of the fashion industry... one to be savoured for its wonderfully rich descriptions and details.' The Great Historical Fiction Review'An amazing look into couture Paris of the 1930's. Natalie Meg Evans has woven, like the tapestry of a beautiful fabric, amazingly diverse characters that will beguile you with their faults and their attempts at redemption.' Ask A Bookworm'The Dress Thief goes way beyond a story of Parisian fashion. It is a story of mystery, romance, friendship and the everyday struggles of life. Right from the start this book will grip hold of you and draw you into Alix's story and it won't let you go till the very last page...' That Thing She Reads

London 1945, and as victory unfurls throughout Europe, a young war widow steps aboard a train in search of a new life. The fighting may be over, but for Vanessa Kingcourt the heartache has only just begun. Taking up a new job as a wardrobe mistress, with no experience and no budget for supplies, Vanessa must use her intuition to create beautiful, elaborate costumes from whatever scraps of silk and thread survived the blitz under the watchful eye of her employer, and husband of her oldest friend, Alistair. It's a seemingly impossible task, one that will unravel secrets sewn deep into the very fabric of her past, but a welcome distraction from her growing feelings for Alistair. Will she dare to love a man who can never be hers? What readers are saying about The Wardrobe Mistress: 'Beautifully told, this is a lush, descriptive story about life after World War II' Cayo Costa, 5 Stars'A journey that will pull your heartstrings and leave a lasting impression.' Nik Book Lover, 4 stars'Really enjoyed this novel - many layers of intrigue, a sumptuous theatre setting and the background of WW2 all make for a complex novel of split personalities, shadows behind the curtains and never really knowing who, or what, is just out of sight, stage left. The writing was strong and lyrical throughout and the plot unfolded with all the flair and panache you might expect of a top London theatre. Bravo Ms Evans - encore!' The Book Trail, 5 stars'Full of intrigue, great characters & an epic storyline. Natalie has definitely done it again! Just want to pick it up, don't want to be at work!!!!' Book Club at Mim's'It's the kind of book you know you need to put down but can't. I highly recommend The Wardrobe Mistress, especially to fans of historical novels.' Goodreads'I absolutely adored this beautiful book. The author's writing is a treat to the senses, bringing scenes alive with her stunning prose. I lived this amazing book. Highly recommend this colourful, poignant tale to everyone!' Renita D'Silva, 5 Stars'It's full of mystery and intrigue, and the characters will surprise you time after time.' Goodreads 'Betrayal, secrets long hidden, love, hate, war and peace. If you like historical fiction, you should like this too.' Wexler and Company

England, 1942. "It has to stay secret," he whispers, placing the locket around her neck. "If they find it, they'll send me away." As she holds the locket, glinting in the moonlight, she can't hold back the tears. "I just wish we didn't have to hide..." When farmer's daughter Irene meets Theodore at a village dance, sparks fly instantly. The war has brought him all the way from Louisiana to build a US airbase just across her father's fields, but as they sway together, there is nothing else in the world. Only his gentle touch and his deep brown eyes. But being together comes at a price. As Theodore is Black, the might of the US Air Force is against them, and all the members of the little village community disapprove of their relationship. And they will all go to terrible lengths to tear the two young lovers apart... Decades later, heartbroken Ruby is back at her family's crumbling farmhouse for the first time in years, after the loss of her beloved grandmother Irene. The roof has fallen in, family photographs are damaged - and her grandmother's jewellery is nowhere to be found. When Ruby uncovers her grandmother's waterlogged diaries, she discovers that Irene treasured one piece of lost jewellery above all. A locket from a man called Theodore. And the missing locket holds the key to unravelling a heartbreaking secret that changed her grandmother's life... Is someone in the village hiding the locket to keep the truth about Irene and Theodore buried? And can Ruby find a way to honour her grandmother's memory ­- or in digging up the pain of the war, will she tear her family apart? An absolutely breathtaking World War Two story about the power of love in the face of adversity, and how the tragic consequences of war can echo through generations. Fans of Fiona Valpy, The Nightingale and All the Light We Cannot See will be addicted to this incredible read. Read what everyone's saying about Natalie Meg Evans: 'What a gripping story!... Immersive... Amazing... heart-stopping. It was gripping, captivating, addictive, full of intrigue, suspense, and twists... I couldn't set it down!' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿ 'Amazing stuff! I really felt my heart torn up... I felt so many emotions... I highly recommend this book! Five stars all the way!' Goodreads reviewer, ¿¿¿¿¿

London,1937. A talented young woman travels to Paris with a stranger. The promise of an exciting career as a milliner beckons, but she is about to fall in love with the enemy...Londoner Cora Masson has reinvented herself as Coralie de Lirac, fabricating an aristocratic background to launch herself as a fashionable milliner. When the Nazis invade, the influence of a high-ranking lover, Dietrich, saves her business. But while Coralie retains her position as designer to a style-hungry elite, Paris is approaching its darkest hour.Faced with the cruel reality of war and love, Coralie must make a difficult choice - protect herself or find the courage to fight for her friends, her freedom and everything she believes in.A breathtakingly beautiful and evocative tale for readers of The Book Thief, One Lavender Ribbon, and Suite Francaise.'Fresh and exuberant and full of authentic detail.' Rosanna Ley'Mostly set in Paris during German occupation, it provides a very entertaining story. Love, intrigue, secrets, lies, adultery, plagiarism, spies, hat making, danger, and abuse come together to make this a story you will long remember. I definitely recommend this book.' Book Likes'Another awesome book from Natalie Meg Evans! Love, love, love this author! Cora's story is all her own and just as exciting. Can't wait for more of this author.' Nik Book Lover'I loved this story...the way that Cora grows from a self-centered young girl into a strong, independent woman had me reading late into the night' The Book Lover's Best FriendWhat reviewers are saying about Natalie Meg Evans...'The Dress Thief goes way beyond a story of Parisian fashion. It is a story of mystery, romance, friendship and the everyday struggles of life. Right from the start this book will grip hold of you and draw you into Alix's story and it won't let you go till the very last page...' That Thing She Reads'A delicious treat of a novel. I loved the setting in 1930s Paris - a place of intrigue, exquisite silk frocks, and dangerous secrets. And I was utterly charmed by the story's delectable heroine, as she struggled to make her mark in this seductive but perilous world.' Margaret Leroy

A modern tale of desire and deception set in the world of 1930s Parisian haute couture - perfect for fans of The Perfume Collector or The Paris Wife.Alix Gower has a dream: to join the ranks of Coco Chanel to become a designer in the high-stakes world of Parisian haute couture. But Alix also has a secret: she supports her family by stealing designs to create bootlegs for the foreign market. A hidden sketchbook and two minutes inside Hermès is all she needs to create a perfect replica, to be whisked off to production in New York.Then Alix is given her big break - a chance to finally realize her dream in one of the most prominent Parisian fashion houses - but at the price of copying the breakthrough Spring Collection.Knowing this could be her only opportunity, Alix accepts the arrangement. But when a mystery from her past resurfaces and a chance meeting has her falling into the arms of a handsome English war reporter, Alix learns that the slightest misstep - or misplaced trust - could be all it takes for her life to begin falling apart at the seams.What reviewers are saying about The Dress Thief...'The Dress Thief goes way beyond a story of Parisian fashion. It is a story of mystery, romance, friendship and the everyday struggles of life. Right from the start this book will grip hold of you and draw you into Alix's story and it won't let you go till the very last page...' That Thing She Reads'A delicious treat of a novel. I loved the setting in 1930s Paris - a place of intrigue, exquisite silk frocks, and dangerous secrets. And I was utterly charmed by the story's delectable heroine, as she struggled to make her mark in this seductive but perilous world' Margaret Leroy'A truly accomplished and delicious debut novel' Laurie Graham.'A fascinating evocation of a great fashion house and the knife-edge the designers live on. Natalie Meg Evans is a born storyteller' Sara Craven'A charming novel that totally transported me to the Paris fashion houses of the late 1930s.' Trip Fiction'Rich in detail, this is a pacy and engaging read, full of cloak and dagger intrigue, beautiful clothes and romance' Sunday Mirror'I loved this story, the way that Cora grows from a self centered young girl into a strong, independent woman who had me reading late into the night.' Books for Avid Readers

"We have to wear the yellow star! It's the rules!" the little girl sobs. But her mother presses a desperate finger to her mouth. "Darling, today is different. We are going to leave our stars behind and go on a long journey. We must be very, very quiet, and pray nobody finds us until we are safe in England..." Cornwall, England, 1943. When her husband is killed fighting in the Navy, grief-stricken Gwenna Devoran tries to fill the void in her life by offering shelter to two Jewish refugees in her farmhouse high on the Cornish cliffs. But at the train station, ten-year-old Lotti is waiting all alone in her neat red coat. Lotti's mother died protecting her on the journey. Now Gwenna is all this little girl has. Traumatised Lotti won't speak a word: and when an order comes for German prisoners-of-war to work the farm she's in more danger than ever. What will happen if the Germans find out Lotti is Jewish? When Gwenna overhears Lotti chattering happily to German captain Max Reiner, showing him her teddy bear, her heart stops. Shocked to hear Lotti finally speak, Gwenna is terrified for the little girl she's grown to love. But perhaps she can she trust the kindness in this German officer's gentle voice and bright blue eyes... As Lotti heals a little more each day, Gwenna risks everything to spend more time with Max, certain he doesn't believe in the Nazi cause. But then a rumour starts in the village: Max himself fired the torpedo that killed Gwenna's husband. Devastated, Gwenna's heart is torn between loyalty to her country, the memory of her husband, and love for the little girl she secretly hopes could become her own. With Max desperate to prove his innocence, does she dare to trust him? And should she fight for the three of them to become a family - or will the war tear them all apart? An absolutely heartbreaking, gripping and beautiful story about how love shines brightly even in the darkest times, and the incredible sacrifices people make in wartime. Fans of The Nightingale, All the Light We Cannot See and The Tattooist of Auschwitz won't be able to put this down. Read what everyone's saying about Natalie Meg Evans: 'Amazing stuff! I really felt my heart torn up... I felt so many emotions... I highly recommend this book! Five stars all the way!' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 'A page-turner from beginning to end... Took hold of my heart and left me wanting more. A must read.' Goodreads reviewer, ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

In the terrace courtyard of the palazzo overlooking a sparkling bay, the scent of ripening lemons filled the air. His deep brown eyes gazed into hers with determination and longing. 'Will you do it? Risk everything and join us?'Twenty-one-year-old Imogen Fitzgerald was raised in an English orphanage and never knew her parents. So when World War Two breaks out, she refuses to leave the life she's worked so hard to build for herself, teaching English to little Marco and Eloisa in the beautiful Italian city of Naples. With their father Giancarlo away fighting for the fascists, there's no one else to care for these lost children. Imogen's dark hair and perfect Italian will protect her for now, but if anyone discovers her secret identity as an enemy of Italy, Marco and Eloisa will be left with no one.As the shadows of bomber planes darken the azure-blue waters of the bay, the one person Imogen can depend on is Fabrizio, the children's uncle. He's never seen eye-to-eye with their father, and Imogen is forbidden to speak to him… but whenever they secretly meet in the lemon groves Imogen instantly feels safe. Fabrizio talks passionately of the resistenza, the underground group fighting the regime, and soon Imogen herself is involved - smuggling food along the rocky coast, and even supplying information on Giancarlo to help fight the Nazis and end this awful war.But when Giancarlo suddenly returns, injured from the fighting, Imogen is shocked to find him much changed. Rather than the fascist sympathiser she knew and resented, she sees in Giancarlo a man who would do anything to protect his children and his beloved Italy. Was she wrong to expose him as a traitor?Torn between two sides, Imogen's own life is thrown into terrible danger when a child goes missing and her secret identity is exposed… did she put her trust in the wrong man? And is it too late to save herself, and the children from the horrors of war?An absolutely stunning and evocative historical read about the bravery of ordinary people in dark times, that will sweep you away to the breath-taking coastline of Italy. Perfect for fans of The Nightingale, The Tuscan Child and All the Light We Cannot See. Read what everyone's saying about Natalie Meg Evans:'Wow, wow, wow is all I can say… tense and the surprises just kept on coming… it tore at my heart… The words "mind-blowing twist" come to mind.' Shaz's Book Blog, 5 stars'Such a good story with a wonderful plot… one of the best love stories I've read in a while… dramatic, passionate… suspenseful and cinematic… The emotion she conjures up is phenomenal.' Jthbooks, 5 stars'A wonderful book, engaging and entertaining. I loved the plot, the characters and the style of writing. I will surely look for other books by this author. Highly recommended!' Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars'A beautifully written novel by an extremely talented writer. Excellent character depiction, plus an exciting storyline makes for a roaring success. Highly recommended.' Goodreads Reviewer, 5 stars