Stella and Adam are in Paris, part of their perfect European vacation, when Adam accidentally leaves his sunglasses in a café. He runs back to get them and Stella leaves to collect their suitcases from the hotel so they will be ready to leave for the airport. Then a sudden, devastating explosion destroys the café. Many are killed or injured and Adam is among the missing. Stella’s teary pleas for information about Adam on TV go viral and she becomes “The Paris Widow” To further complicate her life, the police question her about Adam’s business dealings. She knows him to be an antique dealer but the police have been investigating Adam’s link to sales of stolen, valuable antiquities. Stella knows nothing about this but she realizes that the explosion may have been deliberate and, if Adam was the intended victim, she may be next. She contacts the one man who can help her…if she can trust him.

The Paris Widow is another best seller from Kimberly Belle. Paris is the perfect location for dangerous locations, dark alleys, shadowy antique shops and more. The plot is full of unexpected surprises as Stella (and the reader) learn to trust no one. 5 stars.

Thank you to NetGalley, Park Row Books and Kimberly Belle for this ARC.

Stella and Adam are on a whirlwind romantic vacation traipsing across Europe when the unthinkable happens. Adam is lost during a bombing in a Paris cafe. As Stella desperately tries to find any trace of Adam, she learns that his past is far more dark and complicated than she thought. The Paris Widow will transport you to a world of high-profile crime and the blood antiquities trade. I found this book to be fresh and different, while still holding a lot of suspense. I didn't particularly love the ending, but I respect the author's choice for closing the way she did. Many thanks to Harlequin Trade Publishing and NetGalley for an ARC of this title in exchange for my honest feedback.

3.5 stars. This is another winner from Kimberly Belle. Stella is able to accompany her husband Adam, a dealer in rare artifacts and antiquities, on a multi-week European business trip that ends in Paris. An explosion in a cafe during the last few hours they are supposed to be in Paris turns Stella’s world upside down and throws her into hotbed of suspense, secrets, intrigue and betrayal that should keep you turning pages. Despite a few plot loopholes, this is a very entertaining thriller that makes for a really good summer read!

This was a really interesting mystery and it kept me guessing and intrigued the entire time I was reading. Stella’s trip turned out to be a lot more than she bargained for and I enjoyed all the twists and turns that this mystery took. This was the first time I had ever read anything by this author and I would highly recommend this book.

I really enjoyed this book!
Stella and Adam are (by all appearances) the perfect couple, but their dream vacation across Europe turns deadly when secrets from their past catch up to them.
The characters are multi-dimensional, the pace is fast and addictive, the setting feels real, and the twists are fun (though I did see a few coming).
Definitely recommend if you're looking for a fun and fast read!

Thanks to NetGalley for the e-arc.

Fast paced page turner. Really enjoyed this novel. Loved the European Setting. Good mystery with twists and good ending.

Kimberly Belle has been one of my favorite authors for a reason. Having visited Europe recently for the first time and reading the Paris Window simultaneously was great. Understanding some French and the historical landmarks while Adam & Stella tell their stories from two different perspectives. I thoroughly enjoyed this read about stolen antiquities, the black market, lies, deceit, and of course murder. The story was quick paced and thrilling all at the same time. You’ll never guess the ending so just pick up a copy of “The Paris Window” and enjoy the ride.

Started out really strong with a great opening scene, but I found most of the book to be not that interesting. Stella was a frustrating character. There was a good (small) twist that I enjoyed and it was readable enough, just not my favorite.

Stella and Adam are a match made in heaven, and their European jaunt ending in Paris is proving to Stella how much she loves him. Until tragedy strikes. A bomb goes off at a cafe where Adam was, and Stella is left to grieve and navigate his death in a foreign country. But as she looks for clues as to what happened to her husband, she starts to realize maybe he wasn't the person she thought he was. What she discovers about him--and while dredging up her own past--will change everything forever.

This book was so fun, and I loved all the callouts to European destinations (hey, Bilbao!) It felt like I was actually there with Stella and Adam as they traipsed the continent.There were also plenty of twists and turns along the way. There were points where I thought I knew where the book was going, and then I was completely wrong, which was great! We're learning about Adam's history along with Stella, feeling her heartbreak, and watching her dig deep to do hard things.

If you like travel married with suspense and mystery, this one is for you!

First time I have read this author. What a great book! Page turning, suspenseful, a great story! Told in alternating points of view and gives a glimpse of the main characters past. I will definitely read this author again.

Thank you Netgalley for the advance reading copy of this book.

When Stella met Adam, she thought she had finally found a nice, normal guy—a welcome change from her previous boyfriend and her precarious jetsetter lifestyle with him. But her secure world comes crashing down when Adam goes missing after an explosion in the city square. Unable to reach him, she panics.

As the French police investigate, it’s revealed that Adam was on their radar as a dealer of rare and stolen antiquities with a long roster of criminal clients. Reeling from this news, Stella is determined not to leave Paris until she has the full story. Was Adam a random victim or the target of the explosion? And why is someone following her through the streets of Paris?

This book has so many unexpected twists and turns! No one can be trusted!

4 out of 5 ⭐️

Stella has come to Paris to join her husband Adam for a few days, as he has been there working the past several weeks. They take this time for Stella to show Adam all her favorite spots from when she was a flight attendant previously. While on their last day there they go to a little place hidden away to have some lunch when they have to leave and hurry back to the hotel to make their flight. Adam states he left his sunglasses and will meet her at the hotel shortly.....then BOOM the explosion happens and the book REALLY takes off.

This is a thriller mixed with espionage, blood artifacts and twists at every turn. Who was Adam really? What past does Stella have that is coming back to haunt her now. The closer that Stella gets to finding out the truth, there is another shocking discovery. Who is your friend, who is the enemy? There is so much tension and excitement all balled into one with this book. Kimberly Belle knows how to weave a story that will make you want to turn the page.

Get this book and add it to your TBR when it publishes in June, you will not regret it.

Review:
If you are looking for a fast-paced domestic thriller this summer, this book is for you! This adrenaline thriller has it all; intrigue, betrayal, greed, secrets, and twists galore. This cat and mouse thriller is a high tension, binge worthy read. I can easily see this being adapted into a movie. The story is about a relatable dream vacation trip turned into a nightmare. Stella is left questioning everything she knows about her spouse and the reader is along for the ride on Stella’s adventure. Stella is likeable, plausible, and easy to root for character. The ending is surprising and satisfying.

Thank you to NetGalley and Park Row Books for the advanced reader copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.

The Paris Widow by Kimberly Belle is a story of twists and turns where you can trust no one, even the narrator. Everyone has secrets and they start to unravel a little at a time, which kept me glued to this story from the first page to the last!

The Paris Widow delivers a captivating blend of suspense, romance, and adventure against the picturesque backdrop of Paris and other European locales. Stella's journey from a seemingly stable relationship with Adam to the chaos of his disappearance hooks readers from the start. The exploration of the black market and the art world adds depth to the plot, offering a glimpse into the darker side of society.

One of the highlights of the book is its vivid setting and the amazing travel it provides. From the charming streets of Paris to other alluring European destinations, the author skillfully transports readers to each location, making them feel like they're right there alongside the characters.

The dual points of view from Adam and Stella provide valuable insights into their characters, enhancing the narrative and keeping the pages turning. Despite a few plot holes, the story remains engaging enough to keep readers guessing until the very end.

Overall, The Paris Widow is a gripping read that combines mystery, romance, and adventure in equal measure. Fans of suspenseful thrillers will find much to enjoy here, especially those who appreciate a richly detailed setting and a compelling cast of characters.

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

The Paris widow by Kimberley Belle
Thank you NetGalley and Harlequin Trade Publishing!
A couples vacation turns deadly after an explosion occurs in the city center of Paris. Stellas husband is missing and her world comes to a frantic hault, when the truth starts trickling in about who she really married Stella is without words. Her husband Adam has been on the radar of the authorities as an arms dealer and smuggler of rare antiques.

This was a fast paced read although it fell flat in my eyes. There were holes in the plot and the character was unoriginal. It was a fast read though and kept my attention for the most part.

Secrets and lies...

Both Stella and Adam have travelled the world. But now is their chance to have an adventure and enjoy a trip across Europe together. After an amazing lunch in a small French Bistro the two are rushing back to the hotel to check out. Adam realizes he forgot his sunglasses. He heads back to the restaurant while Stella stays continues on to the hotel.

BOOM💥

An explosion goes off just blocks from Stella. In fact it was the direction of the restaurant.
Frantic now Stella heads into the melee in search of Adam.

But he’s missing...

Now it’s up to Stella to find answers. But the closer she gets the more she realizes that there may be more behind this bombing. Is Stella safe?

This was a very captivating thriller from one of my favorite authors. Kimberly Belle knows how to boost the tension to create an exciting and suspenseful read.

Do I recommend this book? Absolutely! If you enjoy a good fast paced thriller then you no further! This is your perfect summer (or anytime) read.

Thank you to NetGalley and Harlequin Trade Publishing

Kindle Copy for Review from NetGalley, Harlequin Trade Publishing, Park Row and St. Killer Crime Club.

I received a free, advance copy of this book and this is my unbiased and voluntary review.

Does the past find a way of creeping back to haunt you? It was supposed to be a dream vacation turn into a nightmare. After reinventing herself with a normal boyfriend with a change in lifestyle the trip was supposed to be ideal until he suddenly goes missing. Is it a nightmare of something more sadistic or did he leave on his own? It is a delicious thriller of a story that will keep you guessing.

I loved The Paris Widow, a novel of suspense and intrigue. Newlyweds Stella and Adam are enjoying a wonderful day in Paris until Adam returns to the square where they'd been sitting to retrieve sunglasses just as a bomb goes off. Is Adam dead? Stella wonders as she uncovers her husband's secret life that strangely converges with an event in her own past. Fast-paced yet introspective, The Paris Widow kept my interest from the first page to the last.

If your summer plans do not include a three-week European vacation, this book will let you experience one, albeit with much more adventure than you would have planned! Stella Knox joins her husband Adam in some great locations—including Malta, Bilbao, Amsterdam, Capri, and Luxembourg—but then on their last day in Paris a bomb goes off in the square where they just ate lunch. And Adam is nowhere to be found. As Stella lives through the horrible hours and then days that follow, she discovers that Adam was not exactly who he appeared to be. As she delves deeply into discovering who he was and what happened to him, the reader is brought along in this fast-paced and action-packed thriller that hooked me from the first page. I loved the European setting, especially the locales that were slightly off the beaten path, and the foray into the black market of art and antiquities. Thanks to the author, publisher, and NetGalley for the opportunity to read this ARC in exchange for an honest review.