Émilienne

By: Pamela Binnings Ewen

Narrated by: Gabrielle de Cuir

From the bestselling author of The Queen of Paris comes a glittering new novel about youth, beauty, and having the courage to carve your own path in a world on the brink of war.

Pamela Binnings Ewen’s newest novel reveals the story of Émilienne, once the most beautiful, sought-after woman in Paris during the Belle Époque, the era of peaceful years just before World War I. As a girl, Émilienne fights her way through poverty in Montmartre, drawn to the lights of Paris below. Soon, she stars at the Folies Bergère, mistress of kings and princes, known as the most beautiful woman in Europe.

But, happiness is elusive, and youth and beauty are fragile. And where is love? As clouds of war begin darkening Europe, Émilienne’s young friend, Coco Chanel, has other ideas of how to survive in a man’s world. Strong ideas. Now, as Émilienne fights to survive, Coco’s star rises.

©2023 Pamela Binnings Ewen (P)2023 Blackstone Publishing

Critic reviews

Apple Books Pick

Excellent

Loved the nararrator. A book about growing old, relationships, and what makes life fulfilling. Gaining it all and losing it all. A good reflection on life.

Researched and enjoyable

Interesting, involving book about a belle epoque courtesan, well researched and well read.
I recommend it if you enjoy historical fiction.