47 pages 1 hour read

Kerri Maher

The Paris Bookseller

Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 2022

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Reviews & Readership

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Kerri Maher's The Paris Bookseller is praised for its vivid historical setting and rich character development, bringing the literary scene of 1920s Paris to life. However, some readers find the pacing slow and the narrative occasionally bogged down by excessive detail. Overall, it is a well-researched and engaging read for fans of literary history.

Who should read this

Who Should Read The Paris Bookseller?

Readers who savor historical fiction and literary history will adore Kerri Maher’s The Paris Bookseller. Fans of Paula McLain’s The Paris Wife and Amor Towles’ A Gentleman in Moscow will appreciate this enchanting tale set in 1920s Paris, showcasing a vibrant literary community centered around Sylvia Beach’s iconic bookstore.

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Reading Age

18+years

Book Details

Genre
Historical Fiction
Period
The Lost Generation
Topics
LGBTQ
Themes
Values/Ideas: Literature
Society: Community
Relationships: Friendship