Heather Morris - The Piano Teacher of Montparnasse (New book from the author of The Tattooist of Auschwitz)

About the Book: The Piano Teacher of Montparnasse

In 1942, as the Nazis round up Jewish families in occupied Paris, eleven-year-old Josie flees into the chaos, escaping to the only person she trusts: her piano teacher, Andrée Levallois. Secretly an operative in the French Resistance, Andrée risks everything to take Josie in, hiding her as family while stretching their meager rations to keep her safe. But as the authorities close in, both are caught in a desperate race for survival.

Inspired by real events and extraordinary historical figures, *The Piano Teacher of Montparnasse* is a gripping, uplifting novel capturing the remarkable bravery of ordinary people in dark times.

During this powerful hybrid event, Heather will discuss:

Real Historical Inspiration: Uncovering the forgotten true stories of French Resistance operatives and unsung heroes.
Themes of Courage: Exploring how art, music, and human connection provided hope amidst tragedy.
The Craft of Storytelling: Transforming real-life survival and resilience into internationally beloved fiction.

About Heather Morris

Heather Morris is an internationally bestselling author whose books have sold over 19 million copies worldwide and been translated into more than 50 languages. Her life changed in 2003 when she met Holocaust survivor Lale Sokolov, whose story inspired her phenomenal debut novel, *The Tattooist of Auschwitz*. Followed by bestsellers *Cilka’s Journey* and *Three Sisters*, her work has touched millions globally and was adapted into a critically acclaimed television series in 2024.