The Secrets of Provence: The must-read emotional WW2 historical fiction novel for book lovers, perfect for fans of Kate Quinn and Evie Woods

Provence, 1940. After being expelled from occupied Paris by the Nazis, Mathilde seeks refuge with her cousin in Provence and becomes involved in the Resistance movement. She lives in constant danger, navigating secrecy and the threat of betrayal. She carries a profound secret that she must hide from her husband and keep hidden for the rest of her life. Paris, present day. Juliette runs an established bookshop and is in a long-term relationship, yet feels something is missing. She decides to research her family history, wondering why her French grandmother spent most of World War II in Provence after being forced to leave Paris. An old photograph leads Juliette to a crumbling château, where she discovers a story that transforms her life in unexpected ways. This novel weaves together two timelines—Mathilde's wartime experiences and Juliette's present-day search for answers—connecting past and present through a shared family mystery.