The Spy Keeper of Marseille by Roseanna M. White: Book Review

 **ARC received for consideration. All opinions are my own. 

The Book

In occupied France, a woman becomes a spy for the Resistance and rises to lead the largest intelligence operation in the country in this propulsive new World War II historical novel by bestselling author Roseanna M. White.

Marseille, France, 1941. Zelie Bellerose never fit the mold of an army officer's wife. She was too passionate in her convictions, too indifferent to societal expectations. After her husband is killed in the war, Zelie focuses on securing a brighter future for her children, hoping to help free her country from the Nazi regime by joining the Resistance. She is soon one of the most trusted operatives in Alliance, and when their leader is imprisoned, she takes command, hiding her identity from all but a few. With enemies closing in, Zelie must earn the trust of her network and prove herself to those who doubt a woman's place at the helm of France's largest spy ring.

Marcel Laurent was a renowned concert pianist before joining the French army and being sent to a POW camp. Freed in a prisoner exchange by a wealthy businessman with ties to the Resistance, Marcel agrees to spy for Alliance by conducting a youth orchestra, gathering intelligence from patrons who are loose-lipped Nazi sympathizers. Marcel's weekly radio broadcasts introducing the orchestra's performances give him the perfect cover to send coded messages over the airwaves.

As Zelie and Marcel grow closer through their shared love of music, she begins to rely on him. But betrayal from within Alliance puts everything they've fought for at risk. When a double agent infiltrates their ranks and the two are captured, their bond faces its greatest test . . . and any misstep could jeopardize not only Alliance but the very outcome of the war.

A thrilling, propulsive novel based on the real life of a female spy during World War II

Perfect for fans of WWII historical fiction by Ariel Lawhon, Lynn Austin, Martha Hally Kelly, and Kristy Cambron

A captivating romance featuring a strong female heroine and a musician hero

Includes discussion questions for book clubs

The Author

Roseanna M. White is a bestselling, Christy Award winning author who has long claimed that words are the air she breathes. When not writing fiction, she’s homeschooling her two kids, editing, designing book covers, and pretending her house will clean itself. Roseanna is the author of a slew of historical novels that span several continents and thousands of years. Spies and war and mayhem always seem to find their way into her books…to offset her real life, which is blessedly ordinary. You can learn more about her and her stories at www.RoseannaMWhite.com.

Book Review

When it comes to historical reads, WWII tends to be my favorite time period to read about and Roseanna M. White does it so very well. This story was so intriguing, giving us a glimpse of the life of a female spy, Zelie, as she navigates being in charge and the dangers that that position could bring. Marcel, likewise, felt like an unlikely spy, but I loved the role that music played in this story too. Their story was absolutely fascinating, keeping me intrigued from start to finish with twists and turns to keep me wondering how everything was going to play out. The romance was blended in perfectly, and I couldn't help but root for these two to get their happily ever after. If you enjoy Christian romantic suspense, this is certainly one to add to your TBR. 



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