'The Paris Code is a passionate, fiery tribute to a historical woman so extraordinary she almost defies belief. Natasha Lester writes with razor-sharp research.' - Kate Quinn, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of The Alice NetworkA strong woman. A dangerous city. A fight for freedom...1928. Eighteen-year-old Marie-Madeleine is not the kind of woman who goes through life sitting down, something her new husband can attest. Her unconventionalities - rally car driving, flying planes and dabbling in intelligence work for the French government - earn her a reputation, but she knows who she is at heart: an adventurer.Ten years later, as Europe teeters on the brink of war, a chance encounter with a mysterious man codenamed Navarre turns Marie-Madeleine's life upside down. Recruited to help build a resistance network known only as Alliance, she conceals her identity - and gender - as she navigates a perilous double-life away from her children and the man she loves. Capture and death are only ever a heartbeat away.But when the resistance finds themselves without a leader, Marie-Madeleine steps into the role, heedless of the many men who doubt her abilities. Will she, a young mother from Paris, help turn the tide of war?Internationally bestselling author Natasha Lester passionately brings to life the true story of one of history's unsung heroes: Marie-Madeleine Fourcade, the only woman to lead a resistance network in WWII France. Her story is one of epic love, tragic loss and magnificent leadership.Titled as The Mademoiselle Alliance in Australia and USA.Praise for The Paris Code:'Written with heart, passion, and impeccable historical research, The Paris Code is a powerful story readers will not be able to put down' - Madeline Martin, New York Times bestselling author of The Booklover's Library'A story of epic love, tragic loss and magnificent leadership' 5-star Reader Review'Deeply researched and gorgeously written, The Paris Code is a testament the strength of a remarkable, globetrotting woman.' - Kerri Maher, New York Times bestselling author of The Paris Bookseller.'A coup for bringing women written in the margins of fiction to the fore' 5-star Reader Review'An incredible story of courage, devotion, and daring during the French Resistance...The Paris Code is a moving, powerful homage. A must-read for historical fiction lovers!' - Chanel Cleeton, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of Next Year in Havana'A story about leadership, bravery and courage, war, friendship and the bond Marie-Madeleine had with the fellow resistance members, danger and sacrifice and even romance!' 5-star Reader Review'Natasha Lester's The Paris Code is a masterfully crafted novel that captivated me from the very first page. A beautifully woven story of love, intrigue, courage, and resilience.' - Victoria Christopher Murray, New York Times bestselling author of The Personal Librarian'A powerful story readers will not be able to put down' 5-star Reader Review

'The Paris Code is a passionate, fiery tribute to a historical woman so extraordinary she almost defies belief. Natasha Lester writes with razor-sharp research.' - Kate Quinn, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of The Alice NetworkA strong woman. A dangerous city. A fight for freedom...1928. Eighteen-year-old Marie-Madeleine is not the kind of woman who goes through life sitting down, something her new husband can attest. Her unconventionalities - rally car driving, flying planes and dabbling in intelligence work for the French government - earn her a reputation, but she knows who she is at heart: an adventurer.Ten years later, as Europe teeters on the brink of war, a chance encounter with a mysterious man codenamed Navarre turns Marie-Madeleine's life upside down. Recruited to help build a resistance network known only as Alliance, she conceals her identity - and gender - as she navigates a perilous double-life away from her children and the man she loves. Capture and death are only ever a heartbeat away.But when the resistance finds themselves without a leader, Marie-Madeleine steps into the role, heedless of the many men who doubt her abilities. Will she, a young mother from Paris, help turn the tide of war?Internationally bestselling author Natasha Lester passionately brings to life the true story of one of history's unsung heroes: Marie-Madeleine Fourcade, the only woman to lead a resistance network in WWII France. Her story is one of epic love, tragic loss and magnificent leadership.Titled as The Mademoiselle Alliance in Australia and USA.Praise for The Paris Code:'Written with heart, passion, and impeccable historical research, The Paris Code is a powerful story readers will not be able to put down' - Madeline Martin, New York Times bestselling author of The Booklover's Library'A story of epic love, tragic loss and magnificent leadership' 5-star Reader Review'Deeply researched and gorgeously written, The Paris Code is a testament the strength of a remarkable, globetrotting woman.' - Kerri Maher, New York Times bestselling author of The Paris Bookseller.'A coup for bringing women written in the margins of fiction to the fore' 5-star Reader Review'An incredible story of courage, devotion, and daring during the French Resistance...The Paris Code is a moving, powerful homage. A must-read for historical fiction lovers!' - Chanel Cleeton, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of Next Year in Havana'A story about leadership, bravery and courage, war, friendship and the bond Marie-Madeleine had with the fellow resistance members, danger and sacrifice and even romance!' 5-star Reader Review'Natasha Lester's The Paris Code is a masterfully crafted novel that captivated me from the very first page. A beautifully woven story of love, intrigue, courage, and resilience.' - Victoria Christopher Murray, New York Times bestselling author of The Personal Librarian'A powerful story readers will not be able to put down' 5-star Reader Review

'The Paris Code is a passionate, fiery tribute to a historical woman so extraordinary she almost defies belief. Natasha Lester writes with razor-sharp research.' - Kate Quinn, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of The Alice NetworkA strong woman. A dangerous city. A fight for freedom...1928. Eighteen-year-old Marie-Madeleine is not the kind of woman who goes through life sitting down, something her new husband can attest. Her unconventionalities - rally car driving, flying planes and dabbling in intelligence work for the French government - earn her a reputation, but she knows who she is at heart: an adventurer.Ten years later, as Europe teeters on the brink of war, a chance encounter with a mysterious man codenamed Navarre turns Marie-Madeleine's life upside down. Recruited to help build a resistance network known only as Alliance, she conceals her identity - and gender - as she navigates a perilous double-life away from her children and the man she loves. Capture and death are only ever a heartbeat away.But when the resistance finds themselves without a leader, Marie-Madeleine steps into the role, heedless of the many men who doubt her abilities. Will she, a young mother from Paris, help turn the tide of war?Internationally bestselling author Natasha Lester passionately brings to life the true story of one of history's unsung heroes: Marie-Madeleine Fourcade, the only woman to lead a resistance network in WWII France. Her story is one of epic love, tragic loss and magnificent leadership.Titled as The Mademoiselle Alliance in Australia and USA.Praise for The Paris Code:'Written with heart, passion, and impeccable historical research, The Paris Code is a powerful story readers will not be able to put down' - Madeline Martin, New York Times bestselling author of The Booklover's Library'A story of epic love, tragic loss and magnificent leadership' 5-star Reader Review'Deeply researched and gorgeously written, The Paris Code is a testament the strength of a remarkable, globetrotting woman.' - Kerri Maher, New York Times bestselling author of The Paris Bookseller.'A coup for bringing women written in the margins of fiction to the fore' 5-star Reader Review'An incredible story of courage, devotion, and daring during the French Resistance...The Paris Code is a moving, powerful homage. A must-read for historical fiction lovers!' - Chanel Cleeton, New York Times and USA Today bestselling author of Next Year in Havana'A story about leadership, bravery and courage, war, friendship and the bond Marie-Madeleine had with the fellow resistance members, danger and sacrifice and even romance!' 5-star Reader Review'Natasha Lester's The Paris Code is a masterfully crafted novel that captivated me from the very first page. A beautifully woven story of love, intrigue, courage, and resilience.' - Victoria Christopher Murray, New York Times bestselling author of The Personal Librarian'A powerful story readers will not be able to put down' 5-star Reader Review