The Last Agent in Paris sounds like a title for a very intiguing, dramatic novel. While this book by Sharon Maas does provide intrigue and plenty of drama, it is a novel only in that it is a fictional presentation of a real female Special Operations Executive agent of Great Britain during World War II. I expected the book to feature actions taken by the lead character, Noor Inayat Khan, during her time as an agent in Paris as well as a bit of background about ther that led to her signing up to serve her country in such a dangerous assignment. I got more than I expected. The book not only covers Noor Inayat Khan's background back to the very beginning of her life but also gives us a great deal of information about her father, Hazrat Inayat-Khan, and great-grandfather, Sangit Ratna Maulabakish Sholay Khan, who were well-known and well-revered in their own time and country for their musicianship and teachings. It was the first time I read about the teachings and practices of Sufism and learned how it traveled from India to America, England, and France. It was also interesting to learn a little bit about the Indian musical style and instruments. The entire book reads like a novel with romance, family trials and tribulations, and the nerve-racking business of undercover agents support to the French Resistance, but it was also nice to learn more about other cultures.

This fictional story is based on a real-life hero, Noor Inayat Khan, code-named Madeline, one of France's first female radio operators. It delves into her life history before the war and her capture. I’ve heard her story before, and I’ve been to her memorial at the RAF Museum in England. Her story is a fascinating one, as well as her bravery. Her relationship with her father was a significant one and helped build her into the brave woman she became. She was a pacifist but felt forced to participate when the Nazis invaded Germany. It was a fascinating, well-researched story and I look forward to reading more by the author.


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I'm reviewing this via NetGalley, as part of a tour with Bookouture.

This WWII novel was inspired by the true story of Noor Inayat Khan. When I first started reading, I took an interest in all of the characters, but I felt a connection with Noor in particular. I found that as I carried on reading, that connection deepened. The author wrote in a way that made me feel as though I had come to know this character; as though she was my friend.

Noor was a wonderful character, and I admired her strength and resilience. I wasn't sure if I would be able to read all of this in one sitting, but I did, as once I became invested, it was difficult to lay it aside. Noor’s story was moving, inspiring and heartwarming.

Thank you to Bookouture, and to the author, for the opportunity to read and review this.

I found this to be a very emotional tale of resilience in a time when a nations people is being hunted and persecuted. I also found that the atmosphere conveyed in the story help with the narration of what the characters we going through. This story follow our main character as she and her family have had to flee for their lives. Once she has left she realised that she has to do more and risks her life to go back and do something for the war effort and for her people. I suggest that tissues are needed when reading this book.

This historical novel, based on a true story, follows Noor, the daughter of an Indian Sufi leader, as she grows up across Europe. Noor's early life is surrounded by music, community, and fairy tales, but as World War II looms and Paris falls to Nazi invasion, Noor and her family escape to England. Driven by a need to support the war effort despite her pacifist beliefs, Noor joins the SOE, the secret British spy organisation. She soon becomes the first female wireless operator in occupied France, only to find herself in an increasingly dangerous situation as her network starts to collapse under the Nazi threat.

I have read a number of books about SOE operators this year, but was happily suprised that this was a unique story. Noor’s life is fascinating and it’s clear that the author has done extensive research. The dual timeline in the first half keeps the reader engaged. However, I found several aspects disappointing. The characters, including Noor, felt one-dimensional, with Noor herself portrayed as frustratingly inconsistent, annoying and self-centred. Her actions often seemed unnecessary, and I did not appreciate the repeated trope of every man falling in love with her. The plot included several underdeveloped and unnecessary aspects, and the dialogue was often unnatural. While I kept reading to find out Noor’s fate, my interest lay more in the true historical events than in the author’s storytelling choices.

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The Last Agent in Paris by Sharon Maas

This is the fictionalised story of Noor Inayat Khan the first British female wireless operator working with the French resistance during WWII. Born in Russia in 1914 Noor led quite an unconventional life. She was ostensibly a pacifist, she believed in fairies, she was quiet and shy and she fell in love easily and unconditionally. But now living in Paris with her family, when the Nazis stormed the city in 1940, the family fled to England. The author has clearly done some detailed research and it shows. I did know a bit about the real life Noor but there were a lot of interesting details that I now know were factual of which I hadn’t previously been aware.

Briefly, now living in London and determined to do something to support the war effort Noor fought to be accepted into the services. Once she was her dedication was noticed and she was approached to train as a wireless operator. Her training was intensified and in June 1943, codenamed Madeline, she flew to France taking up position with a resistance cell run by Prosper. No more about her life as I don’t want to give spoilers for anyone who doesn’t know her story.

I did find this quite a slow starter but the pace seemed to ramp up when the family were escaping France. Noor was an incredible woman. She might have been small in stature but she was tall in bravery. Completely dedicated to what she believed was right and loyal to her country, her friends and her family. It’s a gripping, tense and emotional story and one that deserves to be shared again. Lest we forget.

It Just did not hold my attention. So I am sad to say I dnfed the book at 65%. The concept was good though. Thank you to netgalley for letting me read this e arc in exchange for an honest opinion

I have never heard of Noor and that’s one of the many reasons I like reading historical fiction because each book usually turns up something new I’d never heard before.
Noor’s upbringing was unique and her unwavering support to do whatever she could to defeat the armies of darkness during WWII were nothing short of heroic.
I cringed when I read about her end but she was stalwart to the end.
I wonder how many people would be willing to sacrifice all that Noor did if the same service was asked of them today?

This book was based on a true story of the heroine Noor Khan! If you love WW2 historical fiction novels this one takes great care with the finer details! I really enjoyed this story. It follows the story of a woman Noor who decided she will help her country, France as the Nazis draw close. It was so evident that Maas wasn’t just telling the story of one woman but MANY women. Well worth a read and recommendation.

The Last Agent in Paris is a historical fiction WWII novel that will have you fully engaged all the way through. WWII historical fiction is one of my favorite genres and a tenacious female protagonist is my reading vibe.
Loved the storytelling and intriguing historical facts. Highly recommend for anyone who loves historical fiction. Well done Sharon Maas! I'm a fan!

A thoughtful and respectful novel about Noor Khan, a true hero and incredibly brave woman. Noor didn't have to go to Paris as a radio operator and she certainly didn't have to stay as the Nazis closed in on her and her network. But she did. And she resisted until her tragic end. Thanks to Netgalley for the ARC. Maas has written an excellent WWII novel.

I love this story, a real-life tale of Noor Inayat, the first female radio operator trained by the SOE in Britain. I thoroughly enjoyed the care the author took in her research, which made the imagery, Noor, the character, and the realities of her role as a radio operator spring from the page. Radio operators were hunted by the Nazis and punished severely, with life expectancies of less than two months once in France. Noor’s life is an inspiration, and the author tackled her story beautifully. I could feel and smell Noor’s fear. Although tragic, Sharon Maas created a book I couldn’t put down from start to finish. As a historian, I knew the tale; I had seen it played out in movies and read about it in other novels, but this book left me deep in thought; Noor’s life lingers still. I highly recommend this book to anyone who loves the history of WWII, books about espionage, and strong women dedicated to a mission in life. Thank you to Net Galley, the author and the publisher, for the opportunity to read this free ARC. My review is voluntary and mine alone.

Wow! An amazing telling of the true story of Noor Khan and the work she did to help gain freedom from the Nazis. This book follows her entire life journey starting at her birth in Russia in 1914. She was a musician, a writer, and eventually a spy, and Sharon Maas builds the whole timeline so beautifully. I couldn't wait to read about all the espionage and war efforts, but I thoroughly enjoyed learning of Noor's upbringing and the building blocks of what made her into the remarkable woman she became.

Thank you to Netgalley and publisher for my advance copy in exchange for my honest review!

It is a beautiful and amazing story of Noor Inayat Khan. I have already heard of her, but this story shows her character and courage to do one of the most dangerous jobs, even through the toughest times. I will say that there were some grammar errors as I was reading it on NetGalley and it was a little slow-paced at the beginning but after that, it flew by quickly. Thankyou NetGalley for letting me read this incredible story.

The Last Agent in Paris was a remarkable book about Noor Inayat Khan the first female wireless operator in France. There was so much attention to detail in this book, so much information that I did not know that was so incredibly moving to read about. This was an incredible book that I will be recommending to so many others.

Thank you to NetGalley and the published for a copy of the book in exchange for an honest review. All opinions are my own.

Loved this one based on the life Noor Khan a true heroine during the war and a brave woman for the time she lived in . It was so good
Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for letting me review book

This book was fantastic I loved it. Based on the real life story of Noor Inayat Khan the first female radio operator that went into France during WWII. I was hooked from the beginning, it’s tense, exciting, dangerous, dark and tragic. If you are a historical fiction fan you won’t be able to put this down. It’s an incredible story. Highly recommend this awesome story. Thanks to Netgalley and the publisher for this ARC, I’m so glad I read this it was excellent.

The Last Agent in Paris is a historical fiction novel
that follows the life of Noor Inayat Khan. Noor is an
extraordinary woman whose personality blends from
being brave, studious, and caring to reckless,
determined, and a little bit niave.


From the beginning of the war, when Nazi Germany
invaded France, Noor has a longing and
determination to free her France and will do anything
(including risking her own life in the process) for the
French Resistance.


This novel follows Noor's life. You find yourself
rallying behind her, then get angry at her and with her.
Noor was a brave, resilient, and emotional (in the
most positive way) woman who ultimately deserved
more than she got.

I found the writing style very descriptive at times,
which slowed down the storyline, I then surprisingly
found the ending very abrupt and was hoping for
more.

The Last agent in Paris is an amazing read! Fiction based on a real life heroine! Noor Khan. She is a truly brave woman. I couldn't wait to finish this book to find out her story and that of her family. You will cheer and cry for Noor. I highly recommend this book for any WW2 historical fiction readers.
Thanks to NetGalley I was able to read the Arc. My first book by Sharon Maas definitely not my last.⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

"The Last Agent in Paris" by Sharon Maas is historical fiction based on the true story of Noor Inayat Khan, who was the first female radio operator sent into France by a secret British WW2 organization called the SOE, or the Special Operations Executive. She carried her radio in a suitcase, transmitting messages in Morse Code. Working behind enemy lines like this was very dangerous, and often resulted in torture or death if the agent was discovered.
This is a very interesting, well written book that grabs your attention, and does not let up. Noor Inayat Khan was a British citizen who demanded to be included in the efforts to overturn the occupation of France by the Nazis. Her story will leave you amazed.
this book is published by Bookouture. Thank you to NetGalley and Bookouture for the ARC of this book.