Natasha Lester

PRAISE FOR NATASHA LESTER...'A fantastically engrossing story. I love it' KELLY RIMMER'Intrigue, heartbreak... I cannot tell you how much I loved this book' RACHEL BURTON'A gorgeously rich and romantic novel' KATE FORSYTHHer Mother's Secret is the story of a brave young woman chasing her dream against society's disapproval, perfect for fans of Gill Paul, Kate Furnivall and Penny Vincenzi.*********1918, England. Armistice Day should bring peace into Leonora East's life. Rather than making cosmetics secretly in her father's chemist shop, Leo hopes to now display her wares openly. Instead, Spanish flu arrives in the village, claiming her father's life. Determined to start over she boards a ship to New York City, where she meets debonair department store heir Everett Forsyth . . . 1939, New York City. Everett's daughter, Alice, a promising ballerina, receives a mysterious letter inviting her to star in a series of advertisements for a cosmetics line. If she accepts she will be immortalized like dancers such as Zelda Fitzgerald, Josephine Baker and Ginger Rogers. Why, then, are her parents so quick to forbid it? MORE PRAISE FOR NATASHA LESTER...'If you enjoy historical fiction (and even if you don't) you will love this book' Sally Hepworth'Stunning . . . Will have you captivated' Liz Byrski'This romance will have you enchanted' Woman's Day'Natasha Lester is our generation's Louisa May Alcott' Tess Woods'What a GEM!' Sara Foster'Natasha Lester brings bold, brave women to life' Courier Mail 'I love this book' Rachael Johns'Exquisite!' Vanessa Carnevale'Engaging' Herald Sun'An essential addition to Australian fiction' AusRomToday'Utterly compelling' Good Reading 'Emotion that will touch your heart and soul deeply' Jodi Gibson 'Fascinating, evocative and meticulously researched' Annabel Abbs'Entertaining and provocative' Perth Festival 'Lester has woven a fine, original story of everlasting quality.' BetterReading 'A captivating tale' Daily Examiner 'A delightful and multi-faceted romp through the jazz era' Natalie Salvo 'Excellent historical fiction' The Book Muse 'You will love this even if you're not a regular reader of historical fiction' Jess Just Reads 'Storytelling at its finest' Great Reads & Tea Leaves

En uforglemmelig historie om kærlighed, mod og tilgivelse – fra et mondænt New York til et krigshærget Europa. 1942. Da Jessica Mays modelkarriere i New York får en brat afslutning, sender magasinet Vogue hende til Europa med et kamera for at dække krigen i Europa i tekst og billeder. Jessica er modig og kaster sig over sin nye opgave som krigskorrespondent og de udfordringer, der følger med at være kvinde i det job. Tre nye venskaber hjælper hende med at løse den langt fra ufarlige opgave: Journalisten Martha Gellhorn lærer hende, hvordan man omgår reglerne, og faldskærmsjægeren Dan Hallworth viser hende, hvor hun kan tage de bedste billeder og finde de bedste historier. Og den lille pige, Victorine, lærer Jessica at åbne sit hjerte. 2004. Den unge australske museumsmedarbejder D’Arcy Hallworth rejser til Europa for at nedpakke en samling berømte fotografier, der hidtil har været opbevaret i privat eje på et fransk chateau. Hvad der begynder som en almindelig opgave, udvikler sig til en noget mere foruroligende oplevelse, da det går op for hende, hvem den mystiske franske fotograf egentlig er ... Pressen skriver:"Dramatisk underholdning fra første til sidste side."???????? FeminaNatasha Lester var marketingchef hos L’Oréal, før hun gjorde alvor af drømmen om at blive forfatter. Den franske fotograf er hendes femte roman, men den første, der kommer på dansk. Karakteren Jessica May er inspireret af den amerikanske model og fotograf Lee Miller, der arbejdede som fotojournalist i Europa under 2. Verdenskrig.

En uforglemmelig historie om kjærlighet, mot og tilgivelse - fra et glamorøst New York til et krigsherjet Europa 1942. Når Jessica Mays modellkarriere får en brå slutt, sender Vogue henne til Paris for å dekke krigshandlingene. Hun er modig, men soldatene gjør tilværelsen så vanskelig som mulig for henne. Tre nye venner skal imidlertid komme til å endre alt: Journalisten Martha Gellhorn, fallskjermhopperen Dan Hallworth og en liten jente med det symboltunge navnet Victorine. 2005. Kunstkuratoren D'Arcy Hallworth kommer til et vakkert fransk slott for å gjennomgå en berømt samling med fotografier. Det som starter som et helt vanlig oppdrag, viser seg å bli langt mer utfordrende når det blir klart hvem den mystiske franske fotografen egentlig er. Natasha Lester var markedssjef i L'Oreal før hun gjorde alvor av drømmen om å bli forfatter. Den franske fotografen er hennes femte roman, og den første på norsk. Natasha Lester bor i Perth i Australia sammen med mann og barn.

From the INTERNATIONALLY BESTSELLING author of The Paris Seamstress comes a story of courage, family and forgiveness from New York to war-torn Europe. Perfect for fans of Kate Furnivall, Lucinda Riley, Kate Morton and Gill Paul'Divine' GILL PAUL, bestselling author of The Secret Wife'An emotional and sweeping tale' CHANEL CLEETON, bestselling author of Next Year in Havana 'A splendid, breathtaking novel, full of mystery and passion...a must read!' JEANNE MACKIN, author of The Last Collection********1942When Jessica May's successful modelling career is abruptly cut short, Vogue send her to war-torn Paris to cover the conflict as a correspondent. She's courageous and a fast-learner, but of course the military men make her life as difficult as possible. Three friendships change that: journalist Martha Gellhorn encourages Jess to bend the rules; paratrooper Dan Hallworth shows her how to take pictures and write stories that matter; and a little girl, Victorine, who shows Jess how to open hear heart.2005Australian curator D'Arcy Hallworth arrives at a beautiful French chateau to manage a famous collection of photographs. What begins as just another job becomes far more disquieting as D'Arcy uncovers the true identity of the mysterious French photographer...

A "rich and riveting" New York Times bestseller based on the true story of a female journalist who defied all the rules while covering World War II (Publishers Weekly, starred review). New York City/Paris, 1942: When American model Jessica May arrives in Europe to cover the war as a photojournalist for Vogue, most of the soldiers are determined to make her life as difficult as possible. But three friendships change that. Journalist Martha Gellhorn encourages Jess to bend the rules. Captain Dan Hallworth keeps her safe in dangerous places so she can capture the stories that truly matter. And most important of all, the love of a little orphan named Victorine gives Jess strength to do the impossible. But her success will come at a price... France, 2005: Decades after World War II, D'Arcy Hallworth arrives at a beautiful chateau to curate a collection of famous wartime photos by a reclusive artist. It's the opportunity of a lifetime, but D'Arcy has no idea that this job will uncover decades of secrets that, once revealed, will change everything she thought she knew about her mother, Victorine, and alter D'Arcy's life forever. Includes a reading group guide "An emotional and sweeping tale set against the backdrop of World War II... Rich detail, compelling characters, and an interwoven dual timeline make this an engrossing read for historical fiction fans." --Chanel Cleeton, USA Today bestselling author of Next Year in Havana" A] splendid, breathtaking novel, full of mystery and passion...a must read " --Jeanne Mackin, author of The Last Collection

A rich and riveting New York Times bestseller based on the true story of a female journalist who defied all the rules while covering World War II (Publishers Weekly, starred review). New York City/Paris, 1942: When American model Jessica May arrives in Europe to cover the war as a photojournalist for Vogue, most of the soldiers are determined to make her life as difficult as possible. But three friendships change that. Journalist Martha Gellhorn encourages Jess to bend the rules. Captain Dan Hallworth keeps her safe in dangerous places so she can capture the stories that truly matter. And most important of all, the love of a little orphan named Victorine gives Jess strength to do the impossible. But her success will come at a price... France, 2005: Decades after World War II, D'Arcy Hallworth arrives at a beautiful chateau to curate a collection of famous wartime photos by a reclusive artist. It's the opportunity of a lifetime, but D'Arcy has no idea that this job will uncover decades of secrets that, once revealed, will change everything she thought she knew about her mother, Victorine, and alter D'Arcy's life forever. Includes a reading group guide An emotional and sweeping tale set against the backdrop of World War II... Rich detail, compelling characters, and an interwoven dual timeline make this an engrossing read for historical fiction fans. --Chanel Cleeton, USA Today bestselling author of Next Year in Havana A] splendid, breathtaking novel, full of mystery and passion...a must read --Jeanne Mackin, author of The Last Collection

A "rich and riveting" New York Times bestseller based on the true story of a female journalist who defied all the rules while covering World War II (Publishers Weekly, starred review). New York City/Paris, 1942: When American model Jessica May arrives in Europe to cover the war as a photojournalist for Vogue, most of the soldiers are determined to make her life as difficult as possible. But three friendships change that. Journalist Martha Gellhorn encourages Jess to bend the rules. Captain Dan Hallworth keeps her safe in dangerous places so she can capture the stories that truly matter. And most important of all, the love of a little orphan named Victorine gives Jess strength to do the impossible. But her success will come at a price... France, 2005: Decades after World War II, D'Arcy Hallworth arrives at a beautiful chateau to curate a collection of famous wartime photos by a reclusive artist. It's the opportunity of a lifetime, but D'Arcy has no idea that this job will uncover decades of secrets that, once revealed, will change everything she thought she knew about her mother, Victorine, and alter D'Arcy's life forever. Includes a reading group guide "An emotional and sweeping tale set against the backdrop of World War II... Rich detail, compelling characters, and an interwoven dual timeline make this an engrossing read for historical fiction fans." --Chanel Cleeton, USA Today bestselling author of Next Year in Havana" A] splendid, breathtaking novel, full of mystery and passion...a must read " --Jeanne Mackin, author of The Last Collection

How much will Estella sacrifice to make her mark? Epic and sweeping historical fiction perfect for fans of Lucinda Riley, Kate Furnivall and Penny Vincenzi.

For readers of Lilac Girls and The Nightingale comes an internationally bestselling World War II novel that spans generations, crosses oceans, and proves just how much two young women are willing to sacrifice for love and family. 1940: As the Germans advance upon Paris, young seamstress Estella Bissette is forced to flee everything she's ever known. She's bound for New York City with her signature gold dress, a few francs, and a dream: to make her mark on the world of fashion. Present day: Fabienne Bissette journeys to the Met's annual gala for an exhibit featuring the work of her ailing grandmother - a legend of women's fashion design. But as Fabienne begins to learn more about her beloved grandmother's past, she uncovers a story of tragedy, heartbreak and family secrets that will dramatically change her own life. "I loved The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah and I have a feeling that I'm going to love this dual timeline World War II novel based in war-torn France and present day." --Debbie Macomber "This rich, memorable novel unfolds beautifully from start to finish." --Publishers Weekly "Fascinating and impeccably researched." -- Gill Paul, author of The Secret Wife "A fantastically engrossing story. I love it." -- Kelly Rimmer, USA Today bestselling author "Gorgeously rich and romantic." -- Kate Forsyth, author of Bitter Greens "Intrigue, heartbreak... I cannot tell you how much I loved this book." -- Rachel Burton, author of The Things We Need to Say "If you're looking for a swoon-worthy romance, then The Paris Seamstress is for you. Natasha Lester's novel features not one but two love stories, spanning continents and centuries... Fans of historical romance will eat this one up." -- Refinery29 "Combine family secrets, World War II, tragedy and heartbreak and you have the compelling ingredients of this month's book buyer's pick." -- Costco Connection

For readers of Lilac Girls and The Nightingale comes an internationally bestselling World War II novel that spans generations, crosses oceans, and proves just how much two young women are willing to sacrifice for love and family. 1940: As the Germans advance upon Paris, young seamstress Estella Bissette is forced to flee everything she's ever known. She's bound for New York City with her signature gold dress, a few francs, and a dream: to make her mark on the world of fashion. Present day: Fabienne Bissette journeys to the Met's annual gala for an exhibit featuring the work of her ailing grandmother - a legend of women's fashion design. But as Fabienne begins to learn more about her beloved grandmother's past, she uncovers a story of tragedy, heartbreak and family secrets that will dramatically change her own life. I loved The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah and I have a feeling that I'm going to love this dual timeline World War II novel based in war-torn France and present day. --Debbie Macomber This rich, memorable novel unfolds beautifully from start to finish. --Publishers Weekly Fascinating and impeccably researched. -- Gill Paul, author of The Secret Wife A fantastically engrossing story. I love it. -- Kelly Rimmer, USA Today bestselling author Gorgeously rich and romantic. -- Kate Forsyth, author of Bitter Greens Intrigue, heartbreak... I cannot tell you how much I loved this book. -- Rachel Burton, author of The Things We Need to Say If you're looking for a swoon-worthy romance, then The Paris Seamstress is for you. Natasha Lester's novel features not one but two love stories, spanning continents and centuries... Fans of historical romance will eat this one up. -- Refinery29 Combine family secrets, World War II, tragedy and heartbreak and you have the compelling ingredients of this month's book buyer's pick. -- Costco Connection

Bestselgende Natasha Lester leverer sin beste og mest storslåtte roman om mot, kjærlighet og tap – og en livsfarlig kamp for friheten. En kvinne. En krig. En umulig kjærlighet. Paris, 1938: Bak sitt stilsikre ytre skjuler Marie- Madeleine Fourcade en livsfarlig hemmelighet: Hun leder Frankrikes største spionnettverk og er den eneste kvinnelige frontfiguren i en mannsdominert motstandskamp. Fra 1920-tallets eventyrlige Marokko med ørkenrallyer og romantiske møter, til livsfarlige etterretningsoppdrag i Paris under andre verdenskrig, er dette den sanne og fengslende historien til en uvanlig heltinne som trosser både fiender og tidens forventninger til henne.

I skyggen av Hollywood lever store drømmer … Los Angeles, 1957: Den foreldreløse Aria sendes til tanten, en aldrende filmstjerne som nå lever et tilbaketrukket liv på det legendariske hotellet Chateau Marmont. Der tar to unge skuespillerspirer Aria under vingene, men bak hotellets glitrende fasade skjuler det seg mørke hemmeligheter. Da Theo Winchester kjøper hotellet, endres alt. Som privatlærer for datteren hans kommer Aria tett innpå Theo og opplever en lidenskap hun aldri hadde sett for seg. Nå må hun spørre seg selv: Skal hun våge å risikere alt for å gripe kjærligheten og livet hun virkelig lengter etter? Natasha Lester har skrevet en fengslende roman inspirert av virkelig hendelser om Hollywood og byens mange skyggesider.

Bestselgende Natasha Lester leverer sin beste og mest storslåtte roman om mot, kjærlighet og tap – og en livsfarlig kamp for friheten. En kvinne. En krig. En umulig kjærlighet. Paris, 1938: Bak sitt stilsikre ytre skjuler Marie- Madeleine Fourcade en livsfarlig hemmelighet: Hun leder Frankrikes største spionnettverk og er den eneste kvinnelige frontfiguren i en mannsdominert motstandskamp. Fra 1920-tallets eventyrlige Marokko med ørkenrallyer og romantiske møter, til livsfarlige etterretningsoppdrag i Paris under andre verdenskrig, er dette den sanne og fengslende historien til en uvanlig heltinne som trosser både fiender og tidens forventninger til henne.