An American Wife in Paris

The Diplomat's Wife #2

by Chrystyna Lucyk-Berger

“If I go back to Paris, it would be my third time there as an undercover agent...” Kitty murmured. “I ask myself, how many chances does one person get?”

Paris, 1941 . When Kitty is asked to return to Paris as an undercover agent, she knows the mission is her most dangerous yet. But she has been fighting the Nazis for too long to stop now. And her role within the Resistance has already cost her friends, family and now—almost—her own marriage.

Because while she and Edgar are more in love than ever, his role as a Nazi spy means it is safer if they are no longer married. And while signing the divorce papers is a formality that breaks her heart, Kitty knows that she and Edgar will find a way to be together when the war is finally over…

More determined than ever to undermine the Nazi regime, Kitty has nothing left to lose. From secretly supplying Prisoner of War camps with essential items, to moving refugees across borders to safety, she will stop at nothing to play her part in bringing the war to a close, even if it means risking her own life.

But when Edgar goes missing, Kitty’s world stops. As she begins a desperate search for her beloved husband, she hears from her contacts that he has been killed. But Kitty feels strongly in her heart that, somewhere out there, Edgar is still alive. And she knows she must risk everything to rescue the man she loves, no matter what…

An absolutely gripping, heartbreaking and powerful story about courage, love and bravery in the midst of World War 2. Perfect for fans of The Nightingale, My Name is Eva and All the Light We Cannot See

Genres: Historical Fiction, France, Fiction, World War II

372 pages, Kindle Edition

First published July 20, 2023

About the author

Award-winning historical fiction!
Chrystyna Lucyk-Berger is a Ukrainian-American who transplanted to Austria.

Born in 1969, she grew up in the culture-rich neighborhood of "Nordeast" Minneapolis and started her writing career with short stories, travel narratives, and worked as a journalist and managing magazine editor, before jumping the desk and pursuing her own writing and traveling.

Her books tackle David-vs.-Goliath themes with strong women battling for the Underdogs against a system, be it political, geographical, or industrial. Sometimes all three. "I enjoy discovering the good, the bad, and the ugly in my characters when they come into conflict," she says. "And all of my stories have been inspired by injustices I've discovered along my travels."

The RESCHEN VALLEY series is based on the South Tyrolean-Italian conflict during the interwar period and was inspired by her travels to the Reschen Lake reservoir.

Her collection of short stories, which "reads like a novel", SOUVENIRS FROM KYIV won the silver medal in the IPPY Book Awards 2020 and features six stories inspired by true accounts from WW2 Ukraine. THE WOMAN AT THE GATES is what she identifies as her magnum opus and is based on her family in WW2 Ukraine.

THE GIRL FROM THE MOUNTAINS was inspired by an anecdote about a Nazi family from Austria.

The DIPLOMAT'S WIFE trilogy (released in 2023) follows Kitty Larsson, a U.S. senator's daughter who marries an Austrian diplomat before the Anschluss, only to discover that his family is not what she thought they were. Part spy-thriller, part political-thriller, the series promises a wild romp as Kitty navigates the events of WW2 with her moral compass in hand.

And in 2024, Chrystyna's first middle-grade historical fiction novel will be published by Scholastic USA. Set in 2014 Sevastopol, SWIMMING WITH SPIES is about 12-year-old Sofiya who is forced to wrestle with her Ukrainian identity as Russians swarm her peninsula and annex it. When they threaten to seize the dolphins in her father's care, she races against time to save them from a brutal fate.

Reviews

[Brenda · Rating 5 out of 5]

It was Paris 1941 when Kitty returned to France as Elizabeth Hennessy. She had been fully trained by the Brits, now she was part of a team of agents who would rescue POWs, downed British airmen, people in danger from the Germans, and return them home. Her life was on the edge, her husband Edgar, deeply undercover for both the Germans and the British. But, although Kitty knew Edgar well, the British were suspicious.

As secret messages were sent back to England, the words of horrors in Auschwitz were deemed unbelievable. Kitty was needed to infiltrate those who could supply information. With Edgar missing, presumed dead, Kitty was on a knife's edge. Would she ever see him again? She felt inside that he was still alive - but where was he?

An American Wife in Paris is the 2nd in The Diplomat's Wife series by Chrystyna Lucyk-Berger and it was fast paced and gritty with tension. The characters put their lives on the line, continually (as it was in real life) and Kitty is a courageous, brave (although haunted) young woman. I'm very much looking forward to #3, especially after that ending! Highly recommended.

With thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for my digital ARC to read in exchange for an honest review.

[Christine M in Texas (stamperlady50) · Rating 5 out of 5]

An American Wife in Paris
By: Chrystyna Lucyk-Berger

5⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

This author is quickly becoming a new favorite for historical fiction. I loved The American Wife, which was first in this series.

1941, Paris
Kitty gets another chance to return to Paris as an undercover agent. She knows this mission will be tough and her marriage to Edgar suffers as he is undercover as a spy. They decide to divorce for appearances, but a deal is formed and their love continues.

When she hears rumors Edgar is dead she makes her mission to find out what happened.

Her help with the resistance to continue to fight the Nazis and look for answers about Edgar are worth every risk and she is willing to do whatever it takes.

I don’t want to spoil the rest, but this is a MUST read for Historical Fiction fans. Excited that the 3rd in the series The American Wife’s Secret comes out in October.

Out as of July 20. Thank you Bookouture for allowing me on the tour in a few days.

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[Christine · Rating 5 out of 5]

Even better than book 1! Kitty is again involved in more than challenging situations! She still wishes to get (very) active in her fight against the Nazis as a spy, while a most urgent and personal aim is also pushing her into making dangerous decisions. Kitty's love and total trust in Edgar have not abated, and remain her driving force throughout the novel. Is she right though? Why does noone tell her anything they know about Edgar? To protect whom? A love story thrillingly pulsing through several countries along with impulsive Kitty. A brilliant conclusion which left me gaping and wanting for book 3 already! Definitely a page-turner!

[Sharon Rimmelzwaan · Rating 4 out of 5]

An American Wife In Paris is a historical fiction novel that is part of The Diplomats Wife series. I have read the first book and hoped this book could live up to the standards the author set for me. Short answer: Yes, she did.

Kitty is again up to her eyes in dangerous situations yet again. She is back in her position as a spy against the Nazi regime. Edgar still holds her love and trust, but does she know the whole truth about him? Is there more to learn? Everything she does is driven by her love for him and its crystal clear throughout.

After the events of the first book, I was really happy to be returning to this series. Chrystyna Lucyk-Berger has researched the war years so thoroughly that I almost forgot I wasn't really there! Again, her characters sprung to life in front of my eyes. The events of the years that I read about any of the books in the series were so detailed and richly described.

I do appreciate well written historical fiction with authentic characters. I always find it so fulfilling to learn things from the years when good men and women died to defend against the Nazi's. A series I don't want to get to the final book off already. So highly recommended!
Thanks to Bookouture for the gifted ebook to write my review.

[Trina Dixon · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful to follow Kitty's story in her bid to assist the resistance against the Nazi's. She has to draw on all her emotions and find strength in the face of adversity. This novel is set in the early 40's and follows Kitty around Europe in her bid to rescue refugees and take them to a place of safety. And this takes her further and further away from the love of her life, her Husband Edgar.
A gripping story that I couldn't put down. An excellent example a perfect historical fiction novel.
I would advise readers to read book 1 in the series An American Wife to meet Kitty and discover the back story

[Craig Dudek · Rating 4 out of 5]

I could not put this book down once I got into it and I think for a book in the middle of a series, that is quite rare. There’s a lot of characters to keep track of and I sometimes felt like certain elements may have gone over my head but overall the story was super suspenseful. So far I would recommend this series!

[Louise · Rating 5 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this book and it is a continuation of The American Wife. It takes place in the 1940’s as Kitty tries to help in the war effort. She aids in rescuing refugees and tries to do her part as a spy. Her husband is a German soldier who is trying to help her as much as he can without being caught by the Nazi’s. It has unexpected twists in this story and is a hard book to put down. I didn’t want to book to end without ending the story.

Good story but I want to read the ending.

[Emma Crowley · Rating 3 out of 5]

An American Wife in Paris is the second book in The Diplomat’s Wife series by Chrystyna Lucyk Berger and being 100% honest and up front I do think it’s best if you read book one before starting this new book. It will provide you with the backstory to all the characters and how they find themselves in the position they are in when we meet up with them again. When reading the first half or so of the book I viewed it as if I was new to the series and to be honest I think it would come across quite confusing for new readers. I feel you would have to read too much between the lines to figure out what was relevant from the previous book. I think a brief note before the story actually started would be beneficial for people who picked this book up without realising that it was a sequel. Again, as with the previous book, I found this story heavy with detail with an awful lot going and you do need to keep your concentration to make sure who is who and what is actually happening in terms of Kitty and those around her and what is occurring in relation to the war as a whole. Pushing all this aside An American Wife in Paris is a very good read and a worthy successor to The American Wife. Kitty is an astounding character who goes from strength to strength in this book as she lurches from one crisis to another but her devotion and loyalty to the cause are never to be under estimated.

The story is split into three sections and within each Kitty, the main female protagonist, takes on several personas and characters. She is like a shape shifter and so deftly able to alter her appearance, her personality and her roles whenever that is required which is quite often given the line of work that she is engaging in. Work which only grows more dangerous the further the war develops and to say that this book was packed full of tension, unease and suspicion would be an understatement. Kitty is living in a world of conflict and she can never rest on her laurels until justice has been fought and won. Knowing that she can’t be with her husband, Edgar, is killing her and any time they can snatch together is very brief but this only serves to make her more determined to do any resistance work required of her and no one could say that she doesn’t throw herself into the thick of things. In fact, there are times you would love to be able to say to her slow down a bit, you are going too fast and are too eager as I was nervous that she was being a bit rash and hasty and the worst would befall her.

Both Edgar and Kitty are working undercover. I won’t say anymore regarding Edgar because to do so would give away too much for those who may not have read book one but suffice to say he appears as if one thing and he is perhaps another. The issue of whom to trust rears its ugly head time and time again. Suspicion, having faith and belief in people and having the courage to listen to your instincts and stick to your convictions are some of the themes explored throughout the book. For reasons I won’t go into Edgar and Kitty are leading separate lives although the love, longing and devotion that Kitty has for her husband radiate from every page through all her actions and words. She is so devoted and dogged and you can see that every minute spent away from him is excruciating for her and I think that’s why she is determined to throw herself into the thick of things working undercover for the British. She sees all her roles and tasks as ultimately helping Edgar and she wishes the war to come to an end sooner rather than later. ’Everyone recognises evil when they see it. That is, if they are not evil themselves. We’re here to hunt down the animals’.

Events from the previous book do also have a forbearing on Kitty and there is guilt eating away at her. Guilt that she didn’t do enough and may perhaps have been at fault for the loss of someone who was so very dear to her. This shame/responsibility weighs heavily on her and when things get very bad when she is deep in France undercover working for the Special Operations Executive (S.O.E) you would have thought that she would have questioned what have I got myself into? But she wasn’t like that at all. Yes, she has regrets but she is determined to atone for what she believed she did. ’If we do nothing, than we are complicit’ and no way was Kitty standing by and doing nothing especially as she knew how deep Edgar was getting himself into things. Really, Kitty was a woman ahead of her time and her strength and ability to shift between different lives and worlds was remarkable. I loved how Kitty threw caution to the wind and began working as an undercover agent with the S.O.E. Alongside her group she risked everything to get people to safety along the French escape line. They secreted materials and transported them right under the noses of the Germans, all of which helped them in their resistance work. They may have been a small cog in a much bigger wheel but every little bit helps as they say.

Throughout each section, I found that there were a lot of characters introduced and I didn’t know should I be focusing my attention on them as in will they have a bigger role to play or were they just passing by? I suppose this in a way kept me on my toes guessing how things were going to eventually work out. One of the main elements in the book which I found quite surprising was how the Americans were given evidence of what was going on in the concentration camps long before they were liberated yet they refused to believe what was going on. It completely blew my mind because if they had taken things more seriously at that stage then my god the outcome could have been so different for so many that perished needlessly in the most inhumane and barbaric of ways.

The blurb suggests Kitty’s world stops when Edgar goes missing and in a way I found this misleading because this only occurs in the last quarter of the book if even that. I was reading through the book and kept expecting this to happen with every new chapter and it didn’t and to be honest when it did occur it was just too little too late to make as dramatic an impact as I think it could have. Although that very final line and how it came about threw up a whole load of questions and I was left with wanting more and asking why did it have to end. A cliffhanger it sure was and it certainly whetted my appetite for book number three, The American Wife’s Secret, which is to be published in October.Yes, I may have found book two a bit of a mixed bag which got better in the later half but I wouldn’t have missed on Kitty’s story as she is proving to be a feisty woman who is brave, courageous and makes for a gripping character. Let’s see do things work out for her in book three or is much more trouble, strife and danger in store for her.

[Brenda · Rating 5 out of 5]

An American Wife in Paris is the second in the incredible The Diplomatic Wife series by Chrystyna Lucyk-Berger. Her words enthral, entrance and engage and I am happy to be putty in her skilled hands. Her writing grabs me and doesn't let go until the last word...and even then it lingers.

World War II is changing the world, forcing countless of people to flee and millions to be tortured and killed simply for being Jews. Allies are treated harshly. Ordinary people do extraordinary things and basic survival is all consuming. Kitty Larsson is working undercover for the Allies. Her training for Resistance in France is intensive and she longs for her husband Edgar who by necessity is an undercover Nazi. This clearly presents very little room to breathe. Sabotage, trust, codes, smuggling refugees and suspicion are constants. Friends begin to distrust one another. Kitty and Edgar had to sign divorce papers to prevent problems. The story details their relationship, jobs, secrets, duties, loyalties, adventures and sorrows as they navigate the war.

Historical Fiction readers, you can be confident of an enjoyable experience when picking up books by this author. She is one of my favourites and when I see her name she is an automatic read for me.

My sincere thank you to Bookouture and NetGalley for providing me with an early digital copy of this stunner.

[Abigail Allen · Rating 5 out of 5]

If you like spy, suspense, and a complicated plot, this story is for you!
But on a more serious note, resistance groups in WWII had short crash training and an incredible amount of tasks and guts to keep them from getting caught.
It is always the unknown. Has a safe house been raided by the enemy? Can you trust a contact you have never met before. Has someone betrayed your group? Has the enemy changed I D cards required to travel or taken over a new area?
I can’t imagine the stress, but these people loved their country and were willing to save it no matter the cost to themselves.

[Renee Lewis · Rating 5 out of 5]

Kitty wants to help the fight against the Nazis. In the fight, she goes underground in France and looses contact with Edgar. The story is a real page turner that keeps you wanting to see what is going to happen. Some of the characters from the first book appear in the second book and they are easy to keep track of who is who. You think you know what is going to happen, you get it wrong as the author takes the story another way. Great reading.
I received an ARC from the author through NetGalley and I am leaving a review by my own choice.

[Caroline|Page~Turners · Rating 5 out of 5]

Paris, 1941: Kitty returns to Paris for the third time and this time is her most dangerous mission ever. As an undercover agent for the resistance she knows that she must complete the mission. She has lost so many family members and friends old and new to the Nazis so she can’t possibly stop fighting now. But is she willing to lose more people that she is close to including her own husband? Kitty and her husband Edgar know that the only way the Resistance’s mission will be successful is if they are no longer married. This is the hardest time of their life and they know that even though they are no longer operating as husband and wife, her heart is put to the test when she gets word that Edgar is missing. Kitty continues to fulfill the mission of the Resistance in risking her own life, by moving refugees across the borders while at the same time, sneaking supplies into the Prisoner of War Camps. Kitty knows that one day she will find Edgar and that is the hope she hangs on to in such horrible times.

An American Wife in Paris authored by Chrystyna Lucyk-Berger is a wonderful continuation to The Diplomat's Wife Series. This heartbreaking World War II historical fiction kept me on the edge of my seat with Kleenex in hand. I felt such a deep connection to each and every character hoping that they would survive. This unputdownable, phenomenal story was a rapid page turner for me. The author did an amazing job of pulling me into the story that I felt as if I was sneaking across the border myself. My heart was pounding faster and louder at every gasp, as I continued reading to the very end. I loved everything about this story and I highly recommend it.

[Kate Eminhizer · Rating 4 out of 5]

Kitty is a character that defies all odds. Through this character readers experience the sacrifices that everyday people made in order to stand for what was right. Because of her family connections, Kitty was able to be in contact with agencies that sought to support the French Resistance movement and install undercover agents throughout the European continent. When one agency didn't fulfill her needs she moved to another. Kitty's ultimate goal was to save as many people who suffered under the Nazi regime as possible. She didn't care about the politics, she didn't care about whether or not a task looked to be to difficult, she just wanted results. With her husband/not husband also in espionage, Kitty took risks in order to be near him whenever she could while she was working undercover. When he mysteriously went off the grid, Kitty wasn't sure who to believe and endeavored to uncover the truth herself.
This book covers so much of the undercover work done by both the English and American agencies. Certainly each undercover mission that Kitty went on took months of planning and those on the ground experienced hardships only hinted at in this book. I do appreciate how Lucyk-Berger found ways to have Kitty experience the broadest span of espionage work. And leave it to Lucyk-Berger to deliver one heck of an ending!

I received a copy of this book from the publisher Bookouture via NetGalley.

[loopyloulaura · Rating 3 out of 5]

1941, Kitty and Edgar have been separated by their roles during the war and both are keen to do anything to defeat the Nazis. But might they need to make the ultimate sacrifice for peace...?
An American Wife in Paris is the second book to feature Kitty during WW2. There are mentions of events in the previous book, The American Wife, so I would suggest reading them in order.
Kitty and Edgar are determined to continue subverting the Nazi regime but this places them both in incredible danger as they work undercover. There is plenty of drama and action as the pair risk their lives for the greater good. Both main characters are extremely brave and as readers we are desperate for them to succeed.
The power of love in the face of the hatred of the Nazis is key to understanding the relationship and decisions of Kitty and Edgar. I felt that the class and gender based social conventions of the historical period were authentic and accurate. The plot is also underpinned by realistic descriptions of the geographical settings and cultural differences.
There is a cliffhanger at the end so you really need to read the next book in order to resolve the story. I know this can frustrate some readers who like a proper conclusion or who dislike a long wait between books so hopefully the next book will arrive shortly!
An American Wife in Paris is a tense historical novel and I look forward to the next book in the series to find out what happens next.

[Valerie Brown · Rating 5 out of 5]

Thanks to Netgalley, Chrystyna and the publisher for an ARC of this book. I have chosen to write this honest review voluntarily and it reflects my personal opinion.
The first book in this series made a huge impression on me because it started during a period that is regarded as pre-WW2 in Britain and clearly demonstrated how events in Europe were already affecting the population. This book follows on from then when Nazi occupation had spread further, Britain was at war, and Pearl Harbour was bombed drawing the Americans into the conflict. It starts with a wonderful period where Edgar and Kitty are spending time together, their love unhindered by suspicions about where loyalties lie. This is quickly brought to an end and the pace of events becomes breathtakingly fast as Kitty becomes more active undercover. She is brought into contact with new and old characters (I completely recommend readers immerse themselves in book 1 first!) and suspicion continues to abound - who can be trusted, who cannot? The author keeps the suspense running high, and it is hard to put this book down (although I confess to taking a few short breaks because I didn't want to get to the end of reading it!), the twists and turns in fortune bring joy and sadness.
I absolutely cannot wait until the next book comes out in this epic saga!

[Deanne Patterson · Rating 5 out of 5]

An American Wife in Paris is the second book in the incredible The Diplomat's Wife series.
Before starting this book, I do advise you to read An American Wife which is the first book in this series. It will give you the characters backstory and help you to understand their thoughts even better.
Once again, we see Kitty returning to Paris as an undercover agent. She knows it's her most dangerous mission yet. Married to an Austrian diplomat she is thrown into a very different world than she was used to. Edgar is Nazi spy; it breaks Kitty's heart to have to sign papers for a divorce for her safety. This is for you if you enjoy spying, thrilling, edge of your seat gripping stories.
One thing we notice is Kitty's unfailing love for Edgar. It propels her forward and is the driving force and encouragement for doing what she needs to do.
Once I started reading it this book was very hard to put down.
You must ask yourself can you trust your contacts?
Kitty works with the Resistance movement and constantly finds herself in dangerous situations
The research is very evident in the book and it's such a compelling read. Very well written. The ending was very tense, and I am eagerly awaiting the next book in the series.

Publish date July 20, 2023
I was given a complimentary copy of this book.
All opinions expressed are my own.

[TaniaRina · Rating 5 out of 5]

The wild animals have been unleashed
For those not directly or even indirectly affected by Hitler’s multiple genocide campaigns, it was nigh impossible to fathom the rumors spreading about his depravity. His actions and those of his immediate inferiors were well beyond animalistic – only humans treat each other that way.

Two characters bring up an important argument that went round and round during those times:
Exactly what IS the role of an uninvolved nation’s leaders? To keep one’s word and protect the people at home, or to yet again send our sons off to a foreign land? When does someone else’s problem become our own? And at what cost…?
‘There’s campaigning on promises, and then there’s policy.’
This could affect going to war, providing arms and/or financial aid, or immigration.


May we all find a way to pave the way for others to follow.

The Author’s Note at the end mentions many inspirational people and informational works.


Next in series ‘The American Wife's Secret’ – expected in Oct!
I will continue reading this author (I have ‘The Girl from the Mountains’, ‘Souvenirs from Kiev: Ukraine and Ukrainians in WWII’, and ‘No Man’s Land’).


Thank you to all the Righteous Gentiles.

[Sharon Valler: Live Love Read Review · Rating 5 out of 5]

Kitty Larsson may well be one of my favourite fictional characters ever!

Her story in this book takes her to France and England, as she continues her undercover work for the Allies in WWII, now in the early 1940s.

Some characters from book one return and some new ones are introduced, all of them so well written and relatable, I really felt drawn to the story and I am so invested in Kitty and Edgar’s love story! There were definitely some tense moments in this book in relation to Edgar’s safety and questions about his intentions that really had me on edge. Kitty refused to believe he is anything but trustworthy and I hope she is proven right in the end.

Chrystyna Lucyk-Berger’s writing is exquisite and she knows how to push all of our emotional buttons. I can’t wait for the next book 📚

5 ⭐️ Thanks to Netgalley, the author and the publisher for an ARC in return for an honest review.

[Rennette · Rating 4 out of 5]

An American Wife in Paris is the second book in a series by Chrystyna Lucyk-Berger about a stong-willed, independent minded American woman who marries an Austrian man shortly before the Nazis takeover of Austria prior to World War II. This second book explains how she becomes an agent for the British to carry out acts of sabotage in occupied France and the harrowing, nerve wracking experiences she goes through as she tries to get herself and others through France and into a neutral country after America officially enters the war.
If allowed by this website's ranking system, I would give this 4.5 stars, with the half star reduction only due to the belief that it might be more helpful to have read the first book in the series before reading this one.
Overall, anyone who enjoys books set during this time period in Europe with a strong female lead character will enjoy this action-packed book.

[Rachel Bustin · Rating 5 out of 5]

An American Wife in Paris by Chrystyna Lucyk-Berger is a gripping and heart-wrenching World War II novel that takes place in Paris in 1941. I absolutely loved the previous book, so this one had a lot to live up to! And it totally did! In fact, I liked it more!

The story follows Kitty, an undercover agent who has been fighting the Nazis for too long to stop now. When she is asked to return to Paris for her most dangerous mission yet, she knows the stakes are high. Can she risk seeing her husband? Will her disguise hold up?

The book is full of suspense and drama, and the author does an excellent job of bringing the characters to life. Kitty is exceptional! The writing is superb, and the plot is well-crafted, making it difficult to put the book down.

Highly recommended by me, An American Wife in Paris for anyone who enjoys historical fiction or is looking for a captivating and emotional read. Perfect for a summer read!

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Rating: 5 out of 5.

[Barbara · Rating 5 out of 5]

Secret identities, code names, and extreme danger are just a few things an undercover agent must put up with. Kitty is determined to play a part in destroying the Nazi regime and will do anything within her power to do so. Including divorcing her husband to maintain the safety of them both, though she still loves him dearly. Each mission increases the danger. Her friends are dying, she’s lost touch with some of them and has no way to find out if they’re okay or not, she no longer knows who to trust in the field. And she’s no longer in touch with Edgar. Will this war ever end? Can she find out what happened to Edgar? She refuses to give up.

Chrystyna Lucyk-Berger is a new-to-me author. This is a story of love, sacrifice, loss, heartbreak, courage, determination, and more. I loved it!

I voluntarily read and reviewed an advanced copy of this book. All thoughts and opinions are my own.

[Roger · Rating 4 out of 5]

An American Wife in Paris (The Diplomat's Wife #2), my second read from author Chrystyna Lucyk-Berger. World War 2 is in full swing and the action in this second book takes off as well. When Wild Bill Donovan & Allan Dulles make their appearance I knew things were going to heat up fast. “I received a free Kindle copy of The American Wife: Heart-wrenching and unputdownable World War 2 fiction (The Diplomat's Wife Book 1) back in April and recently The American Wife's Secret: Epic, heartbreaking and unputdownable World War 2 fiction (The Diplomat's Wife Book 3) and wanted to read the entire series so I got this one from Kindle Unlimited and am voluntarily leaving a review." The gifting of this book did not affect my opinion of it. I look forward to reading more from this author. (RIP Marley January 20, 2014 - July 24, 2018.

[Stacy · Rating 4 out of 5]

I started reading "An American Wife in Paris" not realizing it's the 2nd book in "The Diplomat's Wife" series. However, the first few chapters provided enough back story that I could still enjoy this book as a stand alone (and I plan to read the first book in the series "The American Wife" next!). A page turning WWII story of espionage with a dash of romance, loosely based on historical events and timelines made this an engaging and enjoyable read. I am now officially a fan and am looking forward to reading more books by Chrystyna Luckyk-Berger (especially since this book ended with a cliff-hanger!) NOTE: I received a digital ARC from NetGalley in exchange for my honest review.

[Katy Cameron · Rating 3 out of 5]

A follow up to the Diplomat's Wife, this book covered a lot of areas of undercover work done mainly alongside the Resistance in France. There were a few details that were a bit amiss, such as sumptuous meals in restaurants and roast dinners at homes in England in 1942 in the middle of rationing, and there were areas that were glossed over that could have done with a bit more detail, such as getting from Spain to the UK (although I wonder if that might have been editorial intervention because it had been deemed too long?)

Still, I shall continue with the next book in the series to see what happens next

[Alda Delicado · Rating 5 out of 5]

After the first heartbreaking book in the series I was prepared for a difficult story. But I was surprised by an action packed plot that kept me reading thtough the night. I just couldn't put it down. Kitty is now working undercover in France trying to help the war effort and at the same time keeping in contact with her husband. But when the United States become directly involved in the war, Kitty's position will change dramatically.
I hope the third book comes quickly because I can't wait to read the conclusion of this story!

[Nicola “Shortbookthyme” · Rating 4 out of 5]

A well written and vey suspenseful historical fiction.
Main character, Kitty, is working undercover in France. She is about to undertake a very dangerous mission as she continues to help with the resistance. Her ex-husband, Edgar, plays a big part in the story. You will see once you read the book.
An American Wife in Paris shows us what was experienced being in the resistance against the Nazis.
Must read for historical fiction readers.
Many thanks to NetGalley, Bookouture and the author for the opportunity to read this book for my honest review. All opinions expressed are solely my own.

[Sue Plant · Rating 5 out of 5]

would like to thank netgalley and the publishers for letting me read this gripping novel

this is the second book in a brilliant series and we find kitty going back to paris undercover.... as part of her cover and for the war she and edgar have had to divorice but they continue to help each other and none more so when kitty finds herself in danger

this is an excellent book and one that keeps you on the edge of your seat... with all that kitty has to go through and then edgar disappears and nobody knows where he is

cant wait for the next book in this wonderful series

[Sheri · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is the second book in a series and I would recommend reading the series in order. I started with this book and felt I would have understood the opening of the book more if I had read the series. With that said, this is an excellent book. It is about the people that fought against Germany and especially the networks that helped people escape from occupied areas. The main character goes by many code names and is a strong willed woman. I really enjoyed this book and will be reading the rest of the series.

[Claudete Takahashi · Rating 4 out of 5]

An American Wife in Paris is the second book in the series and brings an empowered Kitty posing as a naive woman in the heart of WWII. The story, as always in the books by Ms. Berger, is well-written, and this time full of action, ending in a cliffhanger. All the pending issues will be in the open in the next book in this series. Very entertaining and easy to read.
I thank the author, and her publisher for this ARC.

[Ursula · Rating 5 out of 5]

Brilliant, riveting, full of suspense, agitating and heartbreaking 💔 I loved every beautifully crafted paragraph of it.

AN AMERICAN WIFE IN PARIS is the second of three books in THE DIPLOMAT'S WIFE series and ties beautifully into where the first book left off. Kitty Larrson is a fascinating character and an example of a woman who stands up for what she believes to be right and do something about it. An inspiring and deeply touching story!