The Paris Library by Janet Skeslien Charles | Summary

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""The Paris Library"" by Janet Skeslien Charles is a captivating historical novel that tells the story of Odile Souchet, a young woman who dreams of working at the American Library in Paris, and the remarkable true-life heroine, Miss Dorothy Reeder, who ran the library during World War II.

The novel is set in two timelines: Paris in the 1930s and 1940s, and Montana in the 1980s. In the 1930s, Odile fulfills her dream of becoming a librarian at the American Library in Paris, where she finds solace and friendship among the books and patrons. However, as World War II descends upon Europe, the library becomes a beacon of hope and resistance in the face of Nazi occupation.

In the 1980s, Lily, a lonely teenager in small-town Montana, discovers a connection to the past when she befriends her elderly neighbor, Odile, and learns about her experiences during the war. Through Odile's memories and the stories of the courageous librarians who risked their lives to protect the books and their patrons, Lily gains a newfound appreciation for the power of literature and the importance of standing up for what is right.

""The Paris Library"" is a moving and beautifully written novel that celebrates the enduring power of books and the indomitable spirit of those who fight to preserve knowledge and freedom in the face of adversity. With its richly drawn characters, evocative setting, and gripping narrative, Janet Skeslien Charles' novel is a poignant tribute to the unsung heroes of the American Library in Paris and a testament to the resilience of the human spirit in times of darkness."