The Paris Secret

Flora Sykes is called in to assess objets d'art in a Paris apartment that has been abandoned since WWII, but she soon discovers a treasure trove of paintings that are both myriad and priceless. The powerful Vermeil family, to whom they belong, is eager to learn more and asks Flora to trace the history of each painting. As she researches the provenance of their prize Renoir, she uncovers a scandal surrounding the painting and a secret that goes to the very heart of the family. The fallout from this discovery will place Flora in the eye of a storm that carries her from London to Vienna to the glittering coast of Provence. There, she finds herself drawn into the glamorous world of the Vermeils, despite a powerful attraction to their enigmatic scion, Xavier Vermeil. But what secrets is he desperately trying to hide, and what price is Flora willing to pay to uncover the devastating truth? As Flora delves deeper into the mystery, she must navigate a complex web of family secrets and lies, all while confronting her own complicated past. With its intricate plot and complex characters, this novel is a gripping tale of love, family, and the power of secrets to both bind and destroy.