The French Thief: An International Legacies Romance

International Legacies #2

by Camilla Stevens

She was my rival.
Now, she’s just MINE.

ANDREW MERCIER
Cocky. Enigmatic. Seductive as sin.
Appearing when and where I least expect him.
Is he just a chameleon?
Or a wolf in sheep’s clothing?
I try to resist but the draw is just too strong.
Little by little he cracks my facade.
I soon learn he knows everything about me…
Including the fact that I have my eye set on a valuable painting that disappeared in Occupied France during WWII.
The problem is, he’s after the same painting.
Now he’s offering to help me steal it.
I soon learn some offers are too good to be true…

From the corporate high rises of New York to the gorgeous sights and bright lights of Paris, find out the truth behind the betrayal in this Stand Alone book in the International Legacies Romance series.

WARNING: Due to adult content, 18+ Only

BOOKS IN THE INTERNATIONAL LEGACIES SERIES:
The Italian Heir
The French Thief

Genres: Audiobook, Romance

320 pages, Kindle Edition

Published July 13, 2019

About the author

Camilla Stevens is a romance author focusing on IR, BWWM romance, usually humorous or suspenseful.

She lives in New York by way of Los Angeles, Houston, Atlanta, Seattle and a few stints elsewhere. And yes, she loves to travel.

Tulips. Read my books for more on that. ;)

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Website: https://camillastevens.com/

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Reviews

[Karen's Bookshelf · Rating 5 out of 5]

Brielle(Elle) and Andrew(Andre)meet as rivals as they both have an interest in a highly sought after piece of artwork. One, Brielle wants to acquire it by legal means while the other, Andrew would rather take the less desired but oh so much more exciting and fun route. When these two realize that they have more common interests than just the painting, that’s when the fun really begins.

The French Thief is a suspenseful romantic read that’s a mysterious journey of murder and betrayal. The flow of the story is a little slow in the beginning but once the players in the game are revealed along with some back story about the main characters things really gets interesting and takes you along for the ride until the very end. The romantic interludes between Brielle and Andrew adds just the right amount of spice to make for a very intriguing love story. If you’re looking for a romance full of mystery with bits of betrayals and murder, you need to get your copy of The French Thief.

[Rosie · Rating 5 out of 5]

RTF!

[☆☆Hannah☆☆ · Rating 3 out of 5]

This was a good book. Brielle and Andrew go through a lot in this book. My emotions were all over the place. Thankfully they were able to overcome everything. Especially after what he did. Even though it was for her own good. Needless to say, they deserved their HEA.

[An · Rating 2 out of 5]

I read the first book in this series and enjoyed it. So when the opportunity came to read the next installment in the series, I jumped on it.
I think me and the other reviewers read a different book. Although it had potential, this book just didn’t do it for me. It started off as a plausible plot, but it kept getting more and more involved centering around a painting and a secret order, that to be honest, I didn’t buy into.

For some, maybe this worked, but I just couldn’t connect. The characters were well written. I especially enjoyed Georgette’s character! Brielle and Andrew were believable as a couple for most of the story.

If you like this sort of intrigue from long ago, you may find it entertaining.

I would read another book in the series by this author as I do like her writing style. But this one is 2.5 stars for me.

I voluntarily reviewed an ARC of this title.

[Nancy L Thompson · Rating 5 out of 5]

Can They Get Any Better???

These stories just keep getting better and better. If there is a complaint to make it's why is there no showers after so much sex? One scene in particular, where they have sex and galavant all over town and new wash anything. That's just nasty!!!

[Mylene Williams · Rating 5 out of 5]

Brielle/Elle and Andrew/Andre. A great story with lots of mystery and intrigue. The art thief meets the art historian in unusual circumstances or is it? They have a joint interest in a painting thought to be lost during WWII. Their interest in the painting at first are poles apart until they plot to steal it together. But other forces are at play and this leads to an abrupt end to the budding romance. Years have passed and Brielle now wants revenge for the wrong done to her.
She sets out to make Andrew pay but will she? Forces are again against them, what future do these two have as their romance does international? Are they once again going to be crossed lovers who collide and explode apart or they going to come out the other side with a future? A great story.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Lorice DeBlanc-Brim · Rating 5 out of 5]

Wonderful!

Brielle is a strong black woman and find trust hard to give. Andre`love the energy he brings to the story. I never liked Helene or her derogatory remarks concerning Brielle. Love the epilogue.

[Sue · Rating 4 out of 5]

I thought this was a really intriguing, witty, and chemistry driven read. I loved how the story was laid out and the plot in general. Loved both Andrew and Brielle's character. I have never read about about an art thief before so this was a fun look into the life. I was intrigued after reading the first chapter. I will say that I found the climax and ending to be very short. It all got resolved so quickly when I was expecting more, especially when it comes to Andrew. I would read more from this author. 4.5 stars

[Debby *BabyDee* · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is the second in this series and unfortunately, I had to turn to the KU read as the audiobook was completely not to my liking. The book was quite enjoyable for me and I thought Brielle and Andrew had their share of pangs throughout this story to get to a very needed HEA. Step up from the last and hope the next in the series is even more enjoyable.

[LORRIE · Rating 4 out of 5]

Funny, dangerous, very sexy and romantic

[Kimi · Rating 5 out of 5]

I loved this book. It combined mystery with murder and some travel. I loved the connection between the main characters and can’t wait to read more books from Camille.

[Tawana · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good read

I like that Camilla’s books are so different from the others I have read. Her books have a fun storyline and romance which makes it more realistic.

[L. Boogie · Rating 2 out of 5]

I wasn’t feeling this one at all

[Crystal · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great Biok

I live this author and this series! I highly recommend this series if you love BWWM romance. Each book leaves you ready to see what story comes next.

[kallikrat · Rating 3 out of 5]

It was nice...a little painful. It was sweet. A lil bit of painful history.

[Brittney Johnson · Rating 5 out of 5]

This had one of the most unique plots of any romance stories I’ve ever read and I ate it up. Usually I HATE third act breakups but this one was SO unique and necessary that it didn’t bother me. The plot couldn’t move forward without it and I loved it.

[Floraljoy · Rating 5 out of 5]

Intrigue and romance combine
What an interesting book full of twists and turns that kept me guessing right till the end. The plot was multi faceted and the characters had depth. The emotions and chemistry between the characters felt real and I was so relieved when they were eventually rewarded with their HEA!
I received a free copy of this book and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[lf · Rating 4 out of 5]

What is stolen once can be stolen again...........or can it?

The French Thief is the second book in the An International Legacies Romance series by Camilla Stevens. I read the first book in this series, The Italian Heir, and really liked it so I wanted to read this book also. The French Thief was a bit of a different book than I was expecting. There are some sub-plots that happen which I did not connect with regarding the overall story. But Camilla has once again woven a very interesting story with good characters and intrigue, suspense, and of course romance.
Overall I enjoyed The French Thief and would definitely continue to read other books in this series as they are published. I just wonder what the country the next H will be from.

I received a free ARC of this book in exchange for my honest review. My opinions are all my own.

[Margery Baker · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really different and exciting!
Although the book started out slowly since it contained a lot of the background information needed for the rest of the book, it more than made up for it at the end.
Brielle and Andre are formidable characters that refuse to give up on each other even when faced with death. There is a lot going on under the surface, and at times it requires close attention to not get lost and a break to digest everything that had been happening and get ready for the ensuing events.
Looking forward to reading more by this author!
I voluntarily reviewed an Advanced Reader Copy of this book.

[A · Rating 5 out of 5]

Vive la New York et France!

I loved reading this story and enjoyed the mysteries revealed! Andrew/Andre’s history was a bit confusing to follow and had to read it a couple of times to get the gist of it, but finally understood his family history. Too bad Brielle/Elle got caught up in all of his family drama and had to pay a severe price that cost her a bit of time after all that she went through in her childhood. I hope that there are plans for more International Legacy Romances to be released as this is the second one that I have read that have brought me joy.

[Nichol · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really LOVED the beginning of this romance. The back and forth between Brielle and Andrew was fiery. I felt Brielle's backstory was handled really well. Andrew's story for me for a little confusing although his motives were well plotted. Overall the ending felt rushed and I felt let down since it happened off the page. The epilogue was great! 3.5 rating.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Suzanne Irving · Rating 4 out of 5]

Yes yes even if you don’t speak french. I got an ARC of this book even though it is not something I would normally pick and boy am I glad. This is a marvelous book. Don’t worry if you can’t speak french, Camilla has a great way of working around that. The combination of modern day a ny history is handled very well. Romance, history, suspense all in on really great book.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Sammie Shorter · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Prologue pulled me in and I couldn't help but to keep reading! Andre and Brielle had a common interest that put them together,but their mutual feelings for each other kept pulling them toward each other. The backdrop here was Paris and we get to experience the sights and culture. This was a phenomenal read and I highly recommend not only this book,but the series as well.

I received an ARC through Booksprout and I am voluntarily leaving this review.

[Cher Taylor · Rating 4 out of 5]

The book opens up with a mystery you are dying to solve. Andrew and Brielle were two people who had gone through trauma in their early lives. They made a nice couple once they opened up to each other.
I wish that there was more about the Werewolf Order and that more could've been written showing the resolution of the mystery. The epilogue was great.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[dontjudg · Rating 1 out of 5]

He was kinda of funny but some parts were crazyyyyy😭. I liked how the book opens up with an unsolved situation and then you read to figure it out.

Him calling her a salope?!?!?! Brother-🧍🏾‍♀️his grandmother being hella racist? chileeeeeeeee during black history month? Jail. The first half was the best part no lie. And them wandering the city like they didn’t just get a death threat? I beg

[Elvira · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a great read has plenty of chemistry with characters that are well developed and engaging and a storyline that flowed smoothly from the start.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Arielle Smith · Rating 5 out of 5]

I love the book and I really enjoyed the characters as well. I enjoyed reading the book. This was really a beautiful book and the ending was lovely as well.

I received a free copy of this book via Booksprout and am voluntarily leaving a review.

[Fern · Rating 5 out of 5]

Awesome read! I love the mystery involving the Nazis, France, etc. I have been to Europe (Greece) but not France. Beautiful story. I love the relationship between Andre and Brielle. Camilla Stevens writes a very good story and makes a reader want to travel!

[Melissa Redding · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another great read

I always love a book with a bit of history sprinkled in. I would love to see her write a full historical romance! Keep the good books coming Sis!