rosyburrow's review against another edition
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
informative
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
klwoods's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
informative
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.5
309804490's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
hopeful
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
abigailkayharris's review against another edition
5.0
First off, this book is majorly set in a bookstore. Green Leaf Books is just so, ahhh, it's a bookstore! A BOOKSTORE, (need I say more?!) how awesome is that?! I mean, it's beautiful! Sarah Sundin has long been a favorite author of mine, but this one tops the cake!
Until Leaves Fall in Paris isn't quite like the rest of Mrs. Sundin's works ... I mean that due to the fact that there is a little kid as a huge part of the novel, which I loved, by the way, and I was impressed by Mrs. Sundin's ability to handle a character as a child in the same skilled way she does any other character.
Speaking of characters, man, oh man! Lucie, I wasn't sure I'd like or connect with her at the start, but she quickly won me over even if the misunderstandings and harshness toward another character that she made assumptions about was saddening and I got annoyed Lucie was still just the perfect heroine for this story and by the end I loved her character. Paul, oh, Paul! He's just the sweetest and I loved seeing him with his darling little girl, all in all the characters were shown in such a perfect way that even if the story hadn't been so wonderful, I'd have read it for them.
Now for the setting, I loved that Mrs. Sundin took a different setting than most places where World War II is set, too many are on the front lines, to me at least, there's so much not written about at home or in the occupied cities and countries. And not only was it set in Paris, but it was also set in places that were hit a bit differently by the war, it showed just how hard it could be on the normal people, the Jewish who lived and worked in a normal place, the children who were wrongly drawn into choosing sides by their parents' views, and just ... How World War II affected everyone: no matter age, race, employment, home, everything. It was truly heartbreaking to read at times even with the hope that Mrs. Sundin wove throughout the whole of the novel.
With thrilling twist and turns that had me on the edge of my seat, especially the last few chapters, and a faith filled story all wrapped up in the most beautiful covers this is a must read from Sarah Sundin!
Well done on another beloved book, Mrs. Sundin!
My verse for Until Leaves Fall In Paris is Matthew 5:44 (King James Version)
But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;
I voluntarily received and reviewed a complimentary e-book or physical copy of this book which I received from the author and/or publisher or blog tour coordinator All views expressed are only my honest opinion and are in no way influenced by others' views or wishes.
Until Leaves Fall in Paris isn't quite like the rest of Mrs. Sundin's works ... I mean that due to the fact that there is a little kid as a huge part of the novel, which I loved, by the way, and I was impressed by Mrs. Sundin's ability to handle a character as a child in the same skilled way she does any other character.
Speaking of characters, man, oh man! Lucie, I wasn't sure I'd like or connect with her at the start, but she quickly won me over even if the misunderstandings and harshness toward another character that she made assumptions about was saddening and I got annoyed Lucie was still just the perfect heroine for this story and by the end I loved her character. Paul, oh, Paul! He's just the sweetest and I loved seeing him with his darling little girl, all in all the characters were shown in such a perfect way that even if the story hadn't been so wonderful, I'd have read it for them.
Now for the setting, I loved that Mrs. Sundin took a different setting than most places where World War II is set, too many are on the front lines, to me at least, there's so much not written about at home or in the occupied cities and countries. And not only was it set in Paris, but it was also set in places that were hit a bit differently by the war, it showed just how hard it could be on the normal people, the Jewish who lived and worked in a normal place, the children who were wrongly drawn into choosing sides by their parents' views, and just ... How World War II affected everyone: no matter age, race, employment, home, everything. It was truly heartbreaking to read at times even with the hope that Mrs. Sundin wove throughout the whole of the novel.
With thrilling twist and turns that had me on the edge of my seat, especially the last few chapters, and a faith filled story all wrapped up in the most beautiful covers this is a must read from Sarah Sundin!
Well done on another beloved book, Mrs. Sundin!
My verse for Until Leaves Fall In Paris is Matthew 5:44 (King James Version)
But I say unto you, Love your enemies, bless them that curse you, do good to them that hate you, and pray for them which despitefully use you, and persecute you;
I voluntarily received and reviewed a complimentary e-book or physical copy of this book which I received from the author and/or publisher or blog tour coordinator All views expressed are only my honest opinion and are in no way influenced by others' views or wishes.
cbear550's review against another edition
5.0
This is my first Sarah Sundin book and it won’t be my last! I can see how it won a Christy, it was an engaging story with interesting characters. WWII is not my favorite for historicals but I enjoyed this one a lot. 4.5 stars, if you enjoy historical romance I’d recommend it.
natalier3's review against another edition
4.0
This is a book filled with emotion. A book about books is sure to get me enthralled at the very start, and I loved the passion through the characters and the way Sundin writes about the bookshop made my heart melt.
The characters Lucie and Paul are amazing and I loved reading about their relationship as it developed.
I hoped a little more 'wow' factor though. This is a highly saturated genre and I feel there needs to be memorable stories as well as the characters to truly make an impact in the WW2 genre.
The characters Lucie and Paul are amazing and I loved reading about their relationship as it developed.
I hoped a little more 'wow' factor though. This is a highly saturated genre and I feel there needs to be memorable stories as well as the characters to truly make an impact in the WW2 genre.
melmo2610's review against another edition
5.0
An excellent and immersive story. Really enjoyed the plot of this one, and I loved the characters. There were surprises along the way and I got teary eyed at least a couple of times. Fantastic read!
amandak's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
memull17's review against another edition
4.0
Until Leaves Fall in Paris is a heartfelt story of two American in occupied Paris and their stories of resistance, perseverance, hope and love. Lucie is a former ballerina who takes ownership of her friend’s bookshop and becomes a letter box location for the resistance. Paul is an American automaker who has been tasked with producing trucks for the Germans and becomes a collaborator to obtain valuable information. Paul and his young daughter cross paths with Lucie at her bookshop and Lucie instantly becomes leery of him because he is a collaborator but also because she senses something different about him. Both Lucie and Paul’s work with the resistance is dangerous and can put their lives in more danger if they continue to be drawn to each other.
Lucie, Paul and Josie’s story is one of hope in a time of great struggle. They each had to dig deep within themselves to find the strength they needed to do what needed to be done. Lucie was selfless and brave in so many occasions especially with young Josie. Through Paul’s heartache he was able to heal and move forward to help those around him while being viewed as the enemy. Together, they formed a family built out of unselfish love, admiration and faith.
Thank you @lovebookstours @sarahsundinauthor and @revellbooks for this gifted ebook as part of the Until Leaves Fall in Paris book tour.
Lucie, Paul and Josie’s story is one of hope in a time of great struggle. They each had to dig deep within themselves to find the strength they needed to do what needed to be done. Lucie was selfless and brave in so many occasions especially with young Josie. Through Paul’s heartache he was able to heal and move forward to help those around him while being viewed as the enemy. Together, they formed a family built out of unselfish love, admiration and faith.
Thank you @lovebookstours @sarahsundinauthor and @revellbooks for this gifted ebook as part of the Until Leaves Fall in Paris book tour.
drubyy's review against another edition
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.75