The Paris Network by Siobhan Curham

Two timelines - always delightful. One in wartorn France and a mysterious woman called Laurence and then a book discovered in an attic amongst her father's possessions where Jeanne discovers she is the owner of a closed and abandoned book shop in a small village in France. The story takes on from this pivotal point and gives explanations as to why Jeanne never had a connection with her mother, and the sadness she feels that her father could not have told her this story before he passed away. Jeanne decides to go back to France and discover the hidden story behind the notebook. She discovers a story of courageousness and resistance, of a strong, supportive mother who decided to give up on her infant daughter to save her life though she herself would die. This is based on a true story and shows the indomitable spirit to overcome obstacles however hard and difficult they may be. For Jeanne to find a community who knew her story, knew about her existence as an infant and who warmly welcomed her back as their own was very heartfelt. As usual WW both I and II have given us innumerable good stories. Add this to the lot. Sent by Bookouture for an unbiased review, courtesy of Netgalley.