The Paris Dressmaker by Kristy Cambron Book and Audiobook Review

The Paris Dressmaker by Kristy Cambron contained two brilliant, well written stories. I read/listened to the book in one sitting. 

The stories of two courageous women resisting the Nazi's in Paris, France were each unique and beautifully woven together. Cambron produces some of the most lyrical writing I have read/listened to in a long time.  Lila and Sandrine are both integral to the story, but I found Sandrine's story a little more exciting. 

I thought the book was well researched and different from a lot of other historical fiction set during World War II, which was refreshing. I found the setting of Paris, France a nice choice as well. It is important to World War II history, yet a lot of books do not feature or focus on it. 

For the audiobook, I thought the narration and accents were fantastic. Barrie Kreinik did an amazing job, and I would easily listen to her again. 

The only issue I had with both the eARC I was sent, and the advanced audio copy I was sent was keeping the timelines straight. Sandrine and Lila both have two story lines going during their respective parts of the story. On audio, it is a lot to keep track of without a whole lot breaking it up. The eARC had weird formatting throughout. It was spaced weird. It made it hard to distinguish as well. I am assuming this will be more organized in the final edition. So, no fault was on the authour, but just the poor formatting of the review copies. 

Overall, this was a very enjoyable story, and I have already recommended it to family and friends. The narration really elevated an already beautifully written story. 4.5 stars from me. 

I received an eARC and advanced audiobook copy from Thomas Nelson and Zondervan through NetGalley. All opinions are 100% my own.