The Queen of Paris

In "The Queen of Paris," award-winning author Pamela Binnings Ewen delves into the complex life of fashion icon Coco Chanel during the tumultuous years of Nazi occupation in Paris. Drawing from newly discovered wartime files, the novel portrays Chanel as a multifaceted figure, battling to regain control of her storied perfume company amid the chaos of World War II. As she navigates alliances with the enemy and personal betrayals, Chanel's resilience and cunning are put to the ultimate test, raising questions about loyalty, survival, and the cost of ambition.