Code Name Butterfly

Paperback Published on: 04/01/2024
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Synopsis

Inspired by the incredible true story of Josephine Baker's role in the French Resistance, this is a heart-wrenching, unforgettable tale of the strength of the human spirit in the darkest days of World War II.

In the City of Light, one woman will stand against darkness.Paris, 1941. With Nazi occupation imminent, journalist Elodie Mitchell plans to return home to Chicago. But an unexpected invitation to a Josephine Baker show changes everything.

Mistaken for the star, Elodie is whisked backstage, where she uncovers an underground resistance movement hidden beneath the glitz and glamour.

Drawn into a whisper network of spies, Elodie accepts a perilous mission: to go undercover as Josephine's cousin and gather vital intelligence.

In a world on the edge of darkness, Elodie must summon unwavering courage to protect her beloved adopted city and its people – and getting caught is not an option.

A wartime epic about love, bravery and fighting against prejudice in all its forms, perfect for fans of Kate Quinn, Marie Benedict and Pam Jenoff.

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Readers adore Code Name Butterfly:‘A WWII story with a difference…' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘The setting and atmosphere is stellar!' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'I felt like I was in Paris! Susberry’s vivid descriptions were phenomenal.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'I’ve read many books with this setting, but none as wonderfully immersive as this one.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Could not recommend it more! Have never read a book so fast!’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘Draws the reader in from the first page and doesn’t let go. Please pick it up! It won’t disappoint.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘An interesting, well researched and well written book. An excellent read.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

‘A complex story about more than just WWII in France or Josephine Baker.' ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

'It's about family, racism, and courage. I loved it.’ ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Publisher information

  • Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers
  • ISBN: 9780008591519
  • Number of pages: 432
  • Dimensions: 198 x 129 x 26 mm
  • Weight: 280g
  • Languages: English

Customer Reviews

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Code Name Butterfly
WW11
I love WW11 novels, but this one doesn’t quite capture me. That’s not to say it’s not a book to read as everyone’s tastes are different. I felt it a bit sl... READ MORE
Jayne Greig
Code Name Butterfly
Engaging Insight
I read this book courtesy of NetGalley. An engaging read which, although fiction, is against the true life events of renowned entertainer Josephine Baker.... READ MORE
Grey Lady
Code Name Butterfly
A different look at WW2 resistance
Briefly set in the present day at the start and end of the story. Family members are astonished to find that through DNA details they have information that... READ MORE
Hazel Robertson
Code Name Butterfly
The fast paced story is based on he real life of Josephine Baker!
Paris, 1941. Elodie Mitchell has found living in Paris very different to her hometown of Chicago and where she was raised by her aunt and uncle who have st... READ MORE
Karren's Reading Nook
Code Name Butterfly
The Spy and the Star
Imaginative, intriguing and innovative are the expressions I might use for this novel. Like many I have heard of Joesphine Baker and caught glimpses of her... READ MORE
Romany
Code Name Butterfly
Based On A True Story.
Paris, 1941. Journalist Elodie Mitchell has found Bohemian Paris a huge culture shock compared to her hometown of Chicago - but she loves the new-found fre... READ MORE
Louise Wilson
Code Name Butterfly
Excellent read
A really interesting, well researched and written book, it captures the flavour of France at the start of WWII beautifully. It also features a real life c... READ MORE
Gee Wood
Code Name Butterfly
A good read
In the present day, Christine and her relations are enthusiastically researching their family tree and collecting DNA for a wider response. When they recei... READ MORE
Celia Short
Code Name Butterfly
Not just any WW2 spy book.
Not just any WW2 spy book. The book opens in the present day, where Christine and her family are researching their ancestry, while collecting DNA for a ... READ MORE
Martin  Paul
Code Name Butterfly
Captivating read
Code Name Butterfly is a story inspired by Josephine Baker well known entertainer of her time. She was also a spy for the French Resistance and a fascin... READ MORE
Judy Odom
Code Name Butterfly
Enjoyable
This is quite different from the 'usual' historical fiction set around World War II and one which, although is mostly fictional, it is based on real people... READ MORE
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