The French Kitchen is the next in a great line of compelling stories by Kristy Cambron, all set in World War II. Wow is this a clever book. This author is always impressive but this time the scope of the novel left me blown away.

The story unfolds in a fascinating dual timeline. In war torn, Vichy-controlled France, Manon works as a chef feeding high-ranking German officers. By night she helps run an underground network passing information to the Allies.

Meanwhile in 1952, American socialite Kat Fontaine finds solace in a cooking class run by the indomitable Julia Child. When she’s not cooking, Kat spends her time searching for her brother, missing since war broke out. She’s also trying to decide if her husband is a good man or a collaborator who needs to pay for his crimes.

Seriously. Clever. Book. This story will sweep readers across Europe from the sparkling ballrooms of Paris to rural enclaves where gunshots ring out. The emotional rollercoaster here is real. You’ll gasp at times. But if you’re a fan of epic World War Two dramas, this is a must read.

I received a copy of The French Kitchen from the publisher via NetGalley. The views are my own.