Stardust

By Hope Tarr

Deal Ends: Tue 5th August

‘Stardust shines brilliantly.’ Fiona Davis, New York Times bestselling author of The Stolen Queen‘My go-to author when it comes to heart-wrenching historical sagas. Stardust is a pageturner that'll immerse you in all the decadence and danger of WWII Paris.’ Kris Waldherr, author of The Lost History of Dreams1938, Paris.War is looming and 18-year-old Daisy Blakely arrives in Paris as apprentice to the renowned fashion designer Coco Chanel. Enchanted by the beauty and glamour of the City of Light, Daisy’s life is a whirlwind of couture and culture. And when she meets charming and enigmatic Jean-Claude Jacob, a Jewish doctor, an instant connection cements Daisy’s happiness.Everything changes when the Germans march into the city. Daisy and Jean-Claude join the resistance. But her world comes crashing down when Jean-Claude is taken by the Gestapo. Learning to live with her loss, Daisy’s life becomes one of secrets and danger as she works tirelessly to undermine the Nazi regime.The arrival of German soldier Fritz causes Daisy to question everything she thought she knew about life, and love, as she’s drawn to a man tied to the enemy she has vowed to defeat. But Fritz may not be all that he seems . . .At a time when the world is torn apart by secrets and betrayal, how will Daisy know who to trust? More importantly, how will she know who to love . . .Set against the breathtaking backdrop of war-torn Paris, Stardust is an unforgettable and moving romance of courage, betrayal and resilience. Perfect for fans of Fiona Davis, Fiona Valpy, Barbara Davis, Melanie Hudson, Millie Bobby Brown, Kate Quinn, Soraya M. Lane and Kristin Harmel.Praise for Hope C. Tarr’s American Songbook series:‘Fans of WWII fiction will be transported to the city of light at its best and worst, from the glamor of the Ritz, to the horrors of war, in this memorable novel dripping in the scent of the Chanel No. 5.’ Finola Austin, author of Bronte's Mistress‘I won't soon forget Daisy Blakely . . . This is a rich, suspenseful, and heart-rending historical novel.’ Nancy Bilyeau, bestselling author of The Blue‘Stardust has it all — intrigue, secrets, betrayal, and, of course, love. Set against the perilous backdrop of Nazi occupation that threatens to darken the City of Light, Stardust dazzles with resilience and heart.’ Jess Russell, multi-award winning author of The Dressmaker's Duke‘Stardust weaves a complex, fully realized love story between resistance figures through Vichy Paris and its aftermath. . . [It] satisfyingly balances harrowing circumstances, hope, bravery and the power of true love.’ Leanna Renee Hieber, award-winning author of Strangely Beautiful and The Spectral City‘Hope C. Tarr takes us on a mesmerizing journey in history. STARDUST weaves a story of glamour and grit, of love and courage. A must for those who crave the allure of history, Paris, and romance.’ Marion Todd‘A magical journey, I loved Rose and how she fought for her own strength within herself.’ Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York, Sunday Times bestselling author on Irish EyesReaders love Hope C. Tarr’s American Songbook series:⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Brilliant l didn’t want to put it down, didn’t want it to end.’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Incredible writing and gorgeous language! Loved it!’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘A book like this is rare to find.’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘Starts as a love story but develops into a historical novel of depth.’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘I absolutely loved this book, I loved all the characters and a great story.’⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐‘I loved it from start to finish.’