Synopsis – Midnight in Paris
Ten years. Two people. One last visit…
Sophie and Tom first visited Paris together as students. During their weekend away in the world’s most romantic city, falling in love – with the place, and each other – was simply inevitable.
They resolved to return every summer and kept their word, until something happened that changed their world forever.
Five years on, Sophie’s travelling to Paris alone to meet Tom again in their special place, on the Pont du Carrousel at midnight.
Because life has torn them apart. And now Sophie has something to tell Tom. Something that will change everything…
The most heartbreaking, uplifting and powerful novel you’ll read all year. Perfect for fans of David Nicholls, Kristin Hannah and The Notebook.
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Author Bio
Gillian Harvey is a freelance journalist. She has lived in Limousin, France for the past twelve years, from where she derives the inspiration and settings for her books such as A Year at the French Farmhouse and A Month in Provence.
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My Review
Midnight in Paris by Gillian Harvey
My rating: 3 of 5 stars
3.5 stars
This story is about a couple who return to Paris every year. The story was initially a bit slow for me. There was a lot of foreshadowing of an upcoming twist – which is a tactic I often find a bit tiresome. However, I definitely did not see the twist coming and I did find it quite moving.
This is not a light story. It covers deep issues of love and loss and the frailties of relationships.
The story is told in different timelines starting from the first summer many years ago, 2 weeks ago, and now. I sometimes found this confusing and I actually wonder if a linear timeline would have worked better for this particular story.
I think I struggled sometimes believing the love between the 2 main characters. I think if I had felt that connection I would have rated this 4 stars. Tom seemed immature but I also did not find Sophie particularly likeable at times either.
Overall, this is an interesting story that tackles some very deep issues. If you are a fan of romance and women’s fiction then this one is worth a read.
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