Shadows In Paris

Seagrove & Raven #2

by Rachel Henke

January 1941

Special Operations Executive agent Lizzie Beaumont—codename Seagrove—faces her most dangerous mission running a Resistance network in occupied Paris with Hannah, a Jewish operative who risks everything to infiltrate German High Command.

Caught between duty and desire, Lizzie's commanding officer and lover, Captain Jack King, must choose between sending her into mortal danger or keeping her safe in England. But Jack and Lizzie cannot refuse the call to serve, or there may be no future worth fighting for.

A pulse-pounding, heart wrenching historical romance of courage and resistance, proving the most powerful weapon in love and war is hope.

Love or loyalty: their choice could kill them both.

Genres: Historical Fiction

318 pages, Paperback

Published January 9, 2025

About the author

Rachel Henke’s novels are historical romantic adventures about strong women and tortured heroes, destined to be together against all odds.

She dreamt of being a novelist since she was seven years old and her dream came true at fifty!

Rachel lives with her real-life romantic hero in the beautiful Surrey town of Weybridge, where the Rivers Wey and Thames meet. She spends her days drinking excellent coffee, telling tales, and meeting the incessant demands of their bossy toy poodle.

Rachel also writes as R.A. Henke where she crafts captivating contemporary billionaire romance novels in the Rochesters series, delivering intensely emotional stories that explore the redemptive power of love.

Reviews

[Lisa · Rating 5 out of 5]

This second book in the series is a nail-biter! Lizzie, AKA Seagrove, is sent back to France to work with a Resistance group in Paris. The SOE used female agents in occupied France because healthy adult men would be conspicuous and they operated completely on their own. Living in Paris during the Nazi Occupation must have been terrifying, even more so when you're committing acts of sabotage and sending radio messages. (Seagrove & Raven's red-hot relationship made me nervous because love can make you stupid and stupid can get you killed.) I enjoyed getting to know Hannah in this book, although her fearlessness in confronting Nazis made my blood pressure soar. These women were so brave and I look forward to the next book.

[Beverley Latimer · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fabulous!

After reading the first book in this series I couldn't wait to read book two. And what an amazing sequel it is.
A story of two lovers, both working as secret agents for Britain, they must keep their relationship a secret from the powers that be.
But during their secret missions in occupied France, will they really have a future together? Staring death in the face at times, they are determined to make every minute count. Fantastic storytelling. Highest recommendations!

[JUDITH Turner · Rating 5 out of 5]

Harrowing

This series of the SOE agents and the role they played in liberating Paris in WWII is absolutely enthralling. The uncompromising bravery of Lizzie and Jack and Hannah was mirrored by hundreds of others who struggled against the Nazis behind the scenes. I doubt any of us could imagine assuming disguises and false identity papers and mixing with German soldiers every day. It's edge of your seat reading. I love the characters and I love this series. I can barely wait a month for book 3.

[Carey Mundy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Read this book in an afternoon - the Second book in this WWII historic fiction novel. SOE agent Lizzie has been dropped back into France, this time to Paris to lead a network while her peer infiltrates a Nazi stronghold. A riveting tale frought with danger and intrigue, it was an exciting read from start to finish. I’m moving onto the third book next!

[Marty Moore · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent Story

This is a fast paced story about the women who fight in the resistance and all the situations they get into. These stories are based on real characters and what they went through. The research for the story is excellent. The writing of the story is incredible. This is well worth your time do dead it.

[Marion Phippin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Following this book series. A really good read and gives insight to the sheer determination and bravery of the agents and Resistance operating in war torn France under German Occupation . It’s a love story and I need to read Book 3!

[robert pond · Rating 5 out of 5]

A 91 year old man only reads 5 star books.

I been an avid reader all my life. WW2 historical and historical/ and the same with fictional characters. I am starting book 3. Mrs. Hence is another all star writer who deserves the 5's she gets
Robert Pond

[Connie Hannah · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good read

I think I liked this book better than the first. Good action, frightening resistance work, characters seem more developed. I will definitely read the third installment.

[Samii Deane · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amazing

Really enjoyed this book just as good as the first one...can't wait to see how the characters evolve in the next one.

[Susan Carter · Rating 4 out of 5]

Really enjoyed this book which was a quick read. Loved the characters and the story line.