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fawnponzar's review against another edition
2.0
The storyline wasn’t terrible, but I started getting suspicious of all the God references, which aren’t unheard of in WWII books. Unfortunately, I had to bow out of this one once the main character started praying for guidance and was told to ask the Lord what he had to say about her love interest, and then next thing you know everything magically falls into place for her. Ick. This suggested that their Christianity was keeping them safe and rewarding them while those of Jewish faith were punished because they didn’t follow God “correctly.” I wish Christians would learn to reflect on their self-righteousness and understand how they are not the center of the universe.
susanbonnieo's review against another edition
adventurous
dark
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
haleybeck's review against another edition
4.0
I did not expect to be fighting back tears in the grocery store! I think this is one of the better historical fiction I've read this year! My biggest complaint is that it seemed to go really fat with large gaps of time. For example, a lot of time passed between when they met and when they fell in love but it was essentially within a chapter's time. But I think in real time, it was well paced.
Josie waas so cute! It had me thinking of my little sister and her funny personality.
And I actually learned something about history and Paris during WWII!
Cleanliness: 4/5 several kisses but not very detailed, only one mentioned of their wedding night (while at the wedding).
Josie waas so cute! It had me thinking of my little sister and her funny personality.
And I actually learned something about history and Paris during WWII!
Cleanliness: 4/5 several kisses but not very detailed, only one mentioned of their wedding night (while at the wedding).
wintermote's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
informative
mysterious
sad
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? It's complicated
4.5
A well written story with interesting characters. Owner of a bookshop is always a winner. And I didn’t know much about Americans in France during the time. So that was interesting.
zarahzoe's review against another edition
2.0
Very heavy on the Jesus, und ultimately rather boring.
vintagegirlreads's review against another edition
dark
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? N/A
4.5
randikaye's review against another edition
5.0
As much as I love WWII historical fiction novels, I must admit that at times they can weigh just a little too heavy on my heart. To be honest, before starting this one I wasn't sure if now would be the best time to try reading one with everything going on in the world around us and all. And yet, I adore Sarah Sundin and ultimately could not wait to experience this one right away... and oh am I glad I didn't wait!
Until Leaves Fall in Paris was such a beautifully written story, highlighting characters who despite the dangers found ways to do the right thing. Isn't that a message that is so needed right now? I adored these characters who were wonderfully written, drawing me back to this place and time in such a remarkable way. While the last 25% or so of the story was certainly quite intense, I absolutely couldn't put it down. The romance between Paul and Lucie was fantastic, and Josie's character truly just heled make the story!
Overall, a wonderful story and one that fans of WWII fiction are sure to want to experience for themselves.
**I received a complimentary copy for consideration. All thoughts are my own.
Until Leaves Fall in Paris was such a beautifully written story, highlighting characters who despite the dangers found ways to do the right thing. Isn't that a message that is so needed right now? I adored these characters who were wonderfully written, drawing me back to this place and time in such a remarkable way. While the last 25% or so of the story was certainly quite intense, I absolutely couldn't put it down. The romance between Paul and Lucie was fantastic, and Josie's character truly just heled make the story!
Overall, a wonderful story and one that fans of WWII fiction are sure to want to experience for themselves.
**I received a complimentary copy for consideration. All thoughts are my own.
adventuresofaliterarynature's review against another edition
5.0
Sarah Sundin is one of the many reasons that WWII is my favorite historical time period, no one writes this genre quite like she does!
Sometimes I forget just how long WWII was brewing in Europe before the US joined and I’ve been really appreciating the way Sundin has been highlighting what things were like in those early days in this book and her last novel.
Paris isn’t my favorite city for books to be set in (don’t come at me) but it was also fascinating to see how things progressed in the city of love as the Germans invaded.
Lucie was such a bright soul, seeing beauty wherever she went. But she also had a strength and resilience to her.
Paul was much more on the serious side, seeing life through rules and order, but had a good heart and a desire to see good prevail.
Paul and Lucie fell for each other hard and fast, they were like puzzle pieces fitting together, each having what the other needed to balance them out. They didn’t have an easy road though and they had to fight countless battles to be together.
I greatly admired the way both of them did their part to help the Allies even at great risk to themselves and their livelihoods. They stood strong under pressure and thought quickly on their feet in ways that I just don’t think I could.
This book had me on the edge of my seat, anxiously turning pages to see what would happen but also had many sweet and romantic moments to balance it out.
Overall this was another hit from Sundin and I cannot wait for her next one!
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher. I was not required to write a positive review. All opinions expressed are my own.
Sometimes I forget just how long WWII was brewing in Europe before the US joined and I’ve been really appreciating the way Sundin has been highlighting what things were like in those early days in this book and her last novel.
Paris isn’t my favorite city for books to be set in (don’t come at me) but it was also fascinating to see how things progressed in the city of love as the Germans invaded.
Lucie was such a bright soul, seeing beauty wherever she went. But she also had a strength and resilience to her.
Paul was much more on the serious side, seeing life through rules and order, but had a good heart and a desire to see good prevail.
Paul and Lucie fell for each other hard and fast, they were like puzzle pieces fitting together, each having what the other needed to balance them out. They didn’t have an easy road though and they had to fight countless battles to be together.
I greatly admired the way both of them did their part to help the Allies even at great risk to themselves and their livelihoods. They stood strong under pressure and thought quickly on their feet in ways that I just don’t think I could.
This book had me on the edge of my seat, anxiously turning pages to see what would happen but also had many sweet and romantic moments to balance it out.
Overall this was another hit from Sundin and I cannot wait for her next one!
I received a complimentary copy of this book from the publisher. I was not required to write a positive review. All opinions expressed are my own.
heidirgorecki's review against another edition
5.0
As always, Ms Sundin does a brilliant job at conveying her characters in such a way that you are quickly invested in them, and fully immersed in their stories. You feel what they feel, and you silently hope for them and their success as you follow along.
Until the Leaves Fall In Paris was such a great look at early occupation in France, when the resistance was just beginning to form and gain its footing, before Americans were forced to leave for their safety. Most of what you read about France during the war takes place in mid 1942 going forward so this was nice to learn about. The escape when America joins the war was also heart wrenching and had me on the edge of my seat.
I loved how the story paints such a difficult picture of those who were spies for the resistance, but had to appear as if they were collaborators, essentially being shunned and despised even tho they were heroes, but not able to be honest and defend themselves. Ms Sundin does an excellent job at making you feel the pain an isolation thru Paul, and also the courage he instilled in Lucie’s confidence when she was plagued by her insecurities.
All in all, a very difficult book to put down and I thoroughly enjoyed it yet another of Ms Sundin’s books. It did not disappoint.
Thank you to Netgalley for the advanced copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
Until the Leaves Fall In Paris was such a great look at early occupation in France, when the resistance was just beginning to form and gain its footing, before Americans were forced to leave for their safety. Most of what you read about France during the war takes place in mid 1942 going forward so this was nice to learn about. The escape when America joins the war was also heart wrenching and had me on the edge of my seat.
I loved how the story paints such a difficult picture of those who were spies for the resistance, but had to appear as if they were collaborators, essentially being shunned and despised even tho they were heroes, but not able to be honest and defend themselves. Ms Sundin does an excellent job at making you feel the pain an isolation thru Paul, and also the courage he instilled in Lucie’s confidence when she was plagued by her insecurities.
All in all, a very difficult book to put down and I thoroughly enjoyed it yet another of Ms Sundin’s books. It did not disappoint.
Thank you to Netgalley for the advanced copy of this book in exchange for an honest review.
kiwilizzi's review against another edition
5.0
It took me awhile to finish, and I don’t really know why because it was very good. I love Sarah Sundin. I loved these characters and the plot and WWII occupied Paris was an amazing setting. I’ve never read a book set there so it was cool to learn while reading.