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A review by mags_louise
A Murder in Paris by Matthew Blake, Matthew Blake
dark
emotional
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? Yes
4.5
After thoroughly enjoying "Anna O," I was eager to read Matthew Blake's new psychological thriller, "A Murder in Paris," and it did not disappoint. Matthew delivers a gripping tale that intertwines wartime secrets with present day danger, becoming more intense and intriguing as the past and present collide with dark and deadly twists.
The story begins when Olivia receives a phone call from Paris informing her that her grandmother, Josephine, has arrived at the Lutetia Hotel claiming her name is Sophie Leclerc and that she has murdered someone. Initially, Olivia dismisses this as a result of her grandmother's dementia.
However, worried for her grandmother's safety, Olivia rushes to Paris to speak with the police and reassure Josephine that she is just confused.
Yet, upon her arrival, things take a serious turn. So Olivia contacts the only person she knows in the city—an old friend of her grandmother’s and her mentor, Louis.
As the narrative alternates between 1945 and the present day, a complex and poignant story unfolds against the backdrop of horrific historical events. As the end of the war leaves the city and its people grappling with the aftermath of cruelty and death.
But Josephine's alarming admission has opened a can of worms, putting Olivia in grave danger and making her unsure of whom to trust.
And with themes of love and betrayal at its core, and a final shocking twist, this was a captivating read that kept me hooked from beginning to end. I would gladly recommend it to everyone!
My thanks to NetGalley. All thoughts expressed are my own. ☺️
The story begins when Olivia receives a phone call from Paris informing her that her grandmother, Josephine, has arrived at the Lutetia Hotel claiming her name is Sophie Leclerc and that she has murdered someone. Initially, Olivia dismisses this as a result of her grandmother's dementia.
However, worried for her grandmother's safety, Olivia rushes to Paris to speak with the police and reassure Josephine that she is just confused.
Yet, upon her arrival, things take a serious turn. So Olivia contacts the only person she knows in the city—an old friend of her grandmother’s and her mentor, Louis.
As the narrative alternates between 1945 and the present day, a complex and poignant story unfolds against the backdrop of horrific historical events. As the end of the war leaves the city and its people grappling with the aftermath of cruelty and death.
But Josephine's alarming admission has opened a can of worms, putting Olivia in grave danger and making her unsure of whom to trust.
And with themes of love and betrayal at its core, and a final shocking twist, this was a captivating read that kept me hooked from beginning to end. I would gladly recommend it to everyone!
My thanks to NetGalley. All thoughts expressed are my own. ☺️