This book was so good! It had engaging wonderful
Characters and a clever plot. Highly recommend for fans of. Historical fiction!

Too many atrocities occurred during the Nazi occupation of Paris. Most could not be fought against, but some clever ones managed to fool the Nazi's with forged works of art and other deceptive methods. They risked their lives to free their country and save whatever they could. 
Two women find themselves setting aside their personal differences to join together in order to deceive the Nazis. They once were sisters, but the murder of the one they both loved committed in front of them pushes them apart…until the Nazi take over Paris and show their hand regarding art. Art was stolen from all, especially Jewish households after the families were rounded up and sent to the concentration camps. as the art came in, it was sorted by acceptable and what was considered degenerate. The art was sent to Nazi galleries, personal galleries, sold, or burned. The thought of all of such unique works of art being lost forever weighed too much on the minds of many who sought their own way to fight back by hiding as much of the art as they could or at least keeping detailed records so they could be found after the way. They will use their artistic talents to do what they can do to save the art that is destined to be lost forever 
I found this book to be one I couldn't put down. There are two story lines that are tightly connected through marriage. We see the women as they fight to just survive in German occupied Paris and doing what little they can to help others. Two women against armed men can't save the families being rounded up, but they can do small things that will be celebrated once the war ends. 
But this story goes beyond Nazis and art. It is about the average person caught in a web they can't get out of but can damage slightly here and there. Food wasn't plentiful. The next day wasn't promised even for those who appeared to be "perfect" enough for the Nazis. One might feel for the neighbors, but how could they rush out to protest their arrest since nothing would come of it? This is a story about decisions, how small decisions can make lasting impacts and big decisions can be lost to time. 
I found the characters to be intriguing. They are strong and determined to overcome their own fears. I found myself relating to several of them as I wondered how I would act in a similar situation. It is easy to say nearly a hundred years later how one would act, but we really don't know as so few of us in this world have faced any situation like that. I found myself rooting for them and holding my breath as they took chances to make a difference. 
A great read I highly suggest. It will even have you looking up information on the real people who helped save what they could during that dark time.

Although I’ve read about all aspects of WWII for years, it’s wasn’t until I saw the movie Monument’s Men that I became aware of just how much art the Nazis plundered and also had destroyed. I’m not an art aficionado the truth of all that history destroyed was painful to read.
I cringed at how Sophie had to work and engage with those bastards. I liked how Fabienne outsmarted them again and again.
The book doesn’t hold back with grim descriptions and situations.
It’s a compelling read.

Intriguing story of Fabienne & Sophie, estranged Sister-in-laws that come together to save art work in France during WW2. As an art history lover, I enjoyed this story.

I was introduced to Bryn Turnbull when I read Last Grand Duchess last year. The Paris Deception is another well written story.

Thank you Net Galley and Harlequin Trade Publishing for an advanced copy. All opinions are my own.

An absolutely gripping book about two women determined to save stolen artwork from the Nazis. Fabienne, Sophie, Sebastian and Gerhardt are such heroes. I also loved the book’s telling of life in occupied Paris for museum workers and champagne houses, It felt unique despite the fact that there are dozens or hundreds of historical fiction about WWII and Paris

Thank you net galley for the advance reader copy of this novel. I enjoyed his historical fiction set in WWII and the acts of bravery!

Ooh this was good. I love art history so when I saw that this was historical fiction dealing with art, I was in. When I got to part two and realized what was going on, I was hooked. This was absolutely fascinating subject matter, made better with characters that felt real and had real moral dilemmas. This was my first Bryn Turnbull book but it won’t be my last.

Thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC of Bryn Turnbull's newest book "The Paris Deception".

A WW2 historical fiction novel addressing the theft of artwork from Jewish families and the burning of so-called "degenerate" artworks in France and Germany. Bryn Turnbull offers us a compelling and suspenseful story of how sisters-in-law Sophie and Fabienne replaced blacklisted artwork with forgeries under the noses of the Germans sent to catalogue and take them away. As ever this novel is loosely based on real events and the author skilfully captured the strength of citizens in occupied France and the suffering families faced at the hands of the Germans.

This was such an interesting read and I loved learning about the art history of Paris during WW2. Sophie and Fabienne were tied to together with such a big task and made major efforts to help save the art from being lost forever. While I know their story is only based on history I love how it was portrayed. You can tell that well it is fiction that it pulled from Beth real experiences and I loved it. I love how Sophie just wanted to keep her head down and restore paintings while Fabienne started out trying to make the best of a terrible situation. I was invested in this story and had a few moments that were heartbreaking and knowing they were real events was heartbreaking. I enjoyed the writing by this author and will definitely be keeping an eye out for her other stories.

Read if you like: WW2 novels
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The book follows Sophie and Fabienne as they try to save works of art from the Nazis in Paris during WW2.
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Overall, I liked the story and it was well written, but I feel like the saving works of art during WW2 are a bit overdone and that I’ve read enough stories on this topic. The story didn’t fully hook me because of this, unfortunately. The author is a great writer though and I will continue to read anything she writes

Excellent rendition of a Frenchwoman and a German woman who seek to save modern masters from destruction or dispersement by the Nazis through the use of forgery. Interesting backstory to how their lives intersect, their different ways of looking at life (and love) and the difficulties of surviving in German occupied Paris. Recommended

This story is taken from the viewpoint of two women. Sophie Dix fled Germany with her brother as the Nazis began taking power. She works in the Jeu de Paume Museum restoring Art. Fabienne Brandt, Sophie's sister-in-law, was a modern artist until the Nazis stopped her work that they deemed to be degenerate. When Sophie discovers that the Nazis are stealing Art from Jewish families and claiming it for their own, she decides to protect these valuable treasures from being stolen or destroyed. With the assistance of her sister-in-law, they set out on a task that will lead them into inevitable danger.
This story was very intriguing. I enjoyed the fact that it combined elements of art history, the Art of making champagne, historical events and espionage. I felt very immersed in the world of France during WWII while reading this book. Bryn Turnbull is an expert at crafting descriptions that bring the various locales to life for the reader.

. Thank you to NetGalley and Harlequin Trade Publishing for this ARC in exchange for my honest review.

This novel was a little slow to start, but then picked up speed and kept me engaged. Speaking about the Holocaust from the perspective of Art History was interesting and an angle that is not covered in many goods. Like good historical fiction, this book keeps you guessing what really happened and didn't (the end of the book, the author clarifies). Well developed, relatable characters. The only inconsistency I found was a character who came from a champagne vineyard and after she left supposedly detested champagne, but in a flashback to the time before the war was picking up a champagne glass in Paris.

The Paris Deception by Bryan Turnbull is a well written WWII historical fiction. It is an engaging story of the art theft by the Nazis during the war.

Sophie and Fabienne are sister-in-laws who are estranged and bump into each other. Together they devise a plan to replace stolen art with forgeries. What could possibly go wrong?

I liked the story but found some spots were a little slow. Still, if you like historical fiction, I would recommend this book.

Thanks NetGalley and Harlequin Trade Publishing for an advance copy.

Historical fiction fans, you have to check out Bryn Turnbull’s books. The Paris Deception is her newest, and it has two main characters.

The first is Sophie, who has fled Stuttgart for Paris where she eventually gets a jog working at an art museum, supervised by a German organization that is managing all the pieces stolen from Jewish families.

Sophie’s sister-in-law is Fabienne, an artist herself, though her art has been censured by the Nazis. Sophie and Fabienne eventually join forces to replace those stolen paintings with forgeries. It’s dangerous work to say the least.

As someone who loves spending time in art museums, there was much that kept me fascinated here. The story takes its building, layer after layer, but there was an immediate tension I felt as the danger increased. Overall, I cherished with my second captivating book by Bryn Turnbull, and I highly recommend it.

I received a gifted copy.

This is a great WWII historical fiction. This story is set in Paris during WWII where We meet Sophie and her Sister-in-law. The two together taken on a dangerous mission and right under the Nazi occupiers nose. If you like WWII non fiction you will enjoy reading this. Thank you netgalley and Harlequinn

A wonderful historical fiction read from a new favorite author of mine. Plenty of heart and drama to keep the pages turning. I will definitely be able to recommend this to a wide variety of readers.

Five out of Five. So good I broke my rule and purchased the print copy the next day. It has been a long time since I have read such an accurate and immersive historical fiction book.

Set in Paris during the height of Nazi occupation, this book follows the stories of sister-in-laws Sophie and Fabienne. Sophie works at the historic Jue de Paume Gallery under the fist of the ERR. Fabienne is trying to find her way in life after she flees from country life and the loss of the life of her husband. Together, they work to protect works of modern art, deemed degenerate by the Nazi high command. Sophie smuggles them out, returning forged works in their place. Fabienne forges the paintings and sneaks the original to her family's estate in the country where they are safe.

This book does not shy away from painful scenarios in a Nazi-occupied world, the lives and deaths of LGBTQ+ individuals, the treatment and torment of the Jewish community, and the risks of breaking the law to do what is right.

As someone with a background in art history and provenance, I was waiting for the glaring mistakes, and the obvious misinformation, but everything went seamlessly. The one inaccuracy was explained by the author as researched and intentional for the sake of the story, which I can accept. All in all, a beautiful read, and a book I would highly suggest.

Thank you Netgalley and MIRA books for this fantastic e-arc in exchange for an honest review.

In Paris Deception by Bryn Turnbull, we meet sisters-in-law Sophie and Fabienne. They once enjoyed a friendship, but at the beginning of the book they are estranged. We learn about the upbringing of each lady and the people and places that forged their personality and loyalties. But what they both have in common is a love of art. Sophia is an art restore and Fabienne an artist. It is a desire to save the masterpieces of France which brings these ladies back together. The plan is to paint forgeries, replace the originals with the forgeries, and then hide the originals. Through her work at the Jeu de Pauma, Sophie can smuggle out the paintings. Fabienne paints a copy, gives the forgery to Sophie and then takes the original the country to hide. Doing all this work under the eyes of the Nazi as well as the constant fear of discovery makes for a great story with an element of intrigue. I enjoyed this story of lady heroines. Would recommend it to others.

"The Paris Deception" by Bryn Turnbull is a gripping historical thriller that immerses readers in the captivating world of espionage, secrets, and deception during World War I. With its intricate plot, well-drawn characters, and evocative setting, this book offers a compelling and suspenseful reading experience.

One of the book's strongest aspects is its immersive and atmospheric setting. Turnbull skillfully transports readers to the vibrant streets of Paris during the height of the war. The author's attention to historical detail and vivid descriptions bring the city to life, from its bustling cafes and elegant boulevards to the shadowy corners where spies and double agents lurk. The palpable sense of danger and uncertainty adds an extra layer of tension to the story.

The characters in "The Paris Deception" are complex and multi-dimensional, each with their own motivations and hidden agendas. The protagonist, Isabel, is a strong and resourceful woman caught in a dangerous web of espionage. Her determination and intelligence drive the narrative forward, and readers will find themselves rooting for her as she navigates a treacherous world of secrets and betrayals. The supporting characters, including fellow agents and enigmatic figures from various factions, add depth and intrigue to the plot.

The narrative unfolds at a brisk pace, blending historical events and espionage seamlessly. Turnbull's writing style is engaging, with well-crafted suspense and unexpected twists that keep readers guessing. The intricate web of espionage and the cat-and-mouse game between rival factions create a sense of urgency and make for an addictive reading experience.

Turnbull's meticulous research is evident throughout the novel, as she seamlessly integrates historical details into the plot. The author's portrayal of the espionage activities during World War I is well-executed, providing insights into the challenges and dangers faced by spies during that time. The blend of historical accuracy and fictional elements adds depth and authenticity to the story.

While "The Paris Deception" is a riveting historical thriller, it does have a few minor drawbacks. Some readers may find certain plot twists predictable or familiar within the espionage genre. Additionally, a few secondary characters could have been further developed to enhance their impact on the story.

In conclusion, "The Paris Deception" is a compelling and well-crafted historical thriller that will keep readers on the edge of their seats. Bryn Turnbull's meticulous research, evocative setting, and engaging characters make this book a thrilling and immersive read. Despite a few minor flaws, it is recommended for fans of historical fiction and espionage who enjoy a fast-paced and intricately plotted tale of intrigue and betrayal.

Thank you to Netgalley and to Harlequin Trade Publishing for an arc in exchange for an honest reivew!