Published: June 2014
Publisher: Quercus
Pages: 564
Source: Library Book
Available In: Paperback & Kindle
“The Dress Thief” tells the story of Alix Gower a young girl
dreaming of working in Parisian haute couture.
Alix has a wonderful ability to be able to sketch copies of high end
fashion items at just a moment’s glance. This skill gives her a chance at her
dream job in one of the most prominent fashion houses in Paris; but also leads
her into a world of danger and deception. After Alix meets the handsome young
English journalist Verrian Haviland, Alix’s mysterious past begins to unravel
itself and her life begins to fall apart.
I wanted to read this book as I am a huge “House of Elliot”
fan which is set at a similar time but in London. However The Dress Thief goes
way beyond a story of Parisian fashion. It is a story of mystery, romance,
friendship and the everyday struggles of life. Right from the start this book will grip hold
of you and draw you into Alix’s story and it won’t let you go till the very
last page.
Alix is a brilliant main character. She is obviously a
talented and beautiful young woman whom the men around her find very
captivating. I felt she came across as a little naïve when in some situations
but I liked that because it made you like her, even though you didn’t always
agree with what she was doing. This book
has many characters but they all add something to the story, making you feel
like you are right there in Paris with them all.
This is a stunning debut novel by Natalie Meg Evans which
has been beautifully written and well thought out. I loved the plot and the way
it unfolded just made you want more and more. I was sad to finish the book as
the character of Alix really grew on me and I’d love to find out what happens
to her next. This book is definitely worth the read and I cannot wait until
next spring when her next novel The Milliner’s Secret is released.
Rating 5/5
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