Belle époque

by Rosalind Laker

Dans le Paris doré du début du siècle, les femmes du monde se pressent pour découvrir les dernières collections des maisons les plus prestigieuses. Après huit années passées au couvent, Juliette découvre émerveillée ce nouveau monde. Jeune apprentie pleine de talent appelée à tenir un jour les rênes de la maison Landelle, propriété de sa soeur aînée, elle rencontre Nikolaï, un séduisant diplomate et élève de Rodin à ses heures. De leur passion nait un enfant. Mais la guerre et la peur du scandale ne permettent pas à leur amour de s'épanouir. Le vacarme des combats a remplacé l'agitation des défilés. Pourtant, bientôt sonnera l'heure de la victoire et la vie reprendra ses droits. Juliette, fille-mère, sans nouvelles de Nikolaï depuis quatre ans, va devoir réapprendre à vivre !

Genres: Historical Fiction, Fiction

Paperback

First published January 1, 1995

About the author

A pseudonym used by Barbara Øvstedal.

Barbara Øvstedal was an author previously writing under the pseudonym Barbara Paul and Barbara Douglas. She wrote a few books under this pseudonym but later changed to Rosalind Laker when Barbara Paul gained recognition. Her many books include The Sugar Pavilion and To Dance with Kings.

Reviews

[Nicky · Rating 4 out of 5]

That was a wonderful romance novel! The main characters were so complex and unique! While I was reading the book - from page 1 till the end of it - I felt as I was in the story, living every scene together with the characters which was sort of like an experience for me! I deeply recommend this book to everybody who are fans of great romance novels and sagas - you'll love it, it's a must! :)))

[Jennifer · Rating 3 out of 5]

I needed an escape, and I’ve always liked Laker’s style—I’m a sucker for historical fiction. This book was a nice break.

[Ann · Rating 4 out of 5]

It seems like I have been reading a lot about this time period, just before WWI. I enjoyed the book and the world of couture fashion in Paris. I also loved the descriptions of fabric and color. Of course I also liked the clash of classes and the love stories of the main character, Juliette.

[Karoline · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a good book. Laker's fairly predictable style of writing is convenient when you want to read something satisfying with a happy ending.

[Sydney · Rating 2 out of 5]

I enjoyed the detailed description of the fashion industry during the pre WW I time period but the love story was contrived.

[Lindy · Rating 4 out of 5]

Book 34

515 pages, lg print, I am blind

[Joey · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really enjoyed this book and would recommend it to anyone!