--- product_id: 18826718 title: "The Paris Key" price: "4219 kr" currency: ISK in_stock: true reviews_count: 11 url: https://www.desertcart.is/products/18826718-the-paris-key store_origin: IS region: Iceland --- # The Paris Key **Price:** 4219 kr **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Paris Key - **How much does it cost?** 4219 kr with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.is](https://www.desertcart.is/products/18826718-the-paris-key) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description desertcart.com: The Paris Key: 9780451473691: Blackwell, Juliet: Books Review: Pack Your Bags for Paris - I have a confession. Even if I didn't already know I enjoyed Juliet Blackwell's work, I would have picked up this book just for the cover. Then reading the synopsis, I would have been intrigued by the unusualness of the locksmith. I am kind of a geek for arcane stuff and, well, old keys are just cool. Thus prepared to enjoy the novel, I settled in. The story does not disappoint. I like the time-hopping between the mother's story and Genevieve's. I had a fair chunk of it figured out (no spoilers) but I don't think it was supposed to be a huge secret--lots of clues along the way. But that isn't the point. The point is the charm of the city and it's influence on residents across the years. (Paris is itself a main character here..n'est-ce pas?) Veterans of several wars are invoked, reminding us of the atrocities endured by Parisians. The only thing missing for me, and I will admit to being a greedy reader, is I wanted more. More tidbits on lock and keymaking, more about the Pieds-Noir, more about being an Algerian in Paris--perhaps from Pasquale but more likely from Catherine. Genevieve made her peace a little swiftly for me. Like I said, I'm greedy. This is a departure from the mysteries, but a good one. I thoroughly enjoyed the book and have recommended it to many friends. Review: Pretty Good, Quick read - I ended up enjoying this book & appreciated the glimpse into life in Paris. The author truly developed the characters & you begin to really feel for all of them. Some things I did not enjoy: a few grammatical errors, a few slow points & having to keep track of the time/character shifting (the plot is told from the perspective of Genevieve, but sometimes shifts to that of other characters & also constantly went back & forth between present day & the 80s & 90s). But overall the story unfolds in a fascinating chain of events that are not at all predictable. There is a little romance, a little heartbreak, a little espionage & some loosely placed historical fiction. I would recommend this to anyone looking for a quick escape to Paris. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #1,658,886 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #6,503 in Historical Mystery #8,767 in Science Fiction Crime & Mystery #9,197 in Women's Domestic Life Fiction | | Customer Reviews | 4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars (1,379) | | Dimensions | 5.47 x 0.79 x 8.19 inches | | ISBN-10 | 0451473698 | | ISBN-13 | 978-0451473691 | | Item Weight | 12.4 ounces | | Language | English | | Print length | 384 pages | | Publication date | September 1, 2015 | | Publisher | Penguin Publishing Group | ## Images ![The Paris Key - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91L7MdQ1vjL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Pack Your Bags for Paris *by P***K on September 9, 2015* I have a confession. Even if I didn't already know I enjoyed Juliet Blackwell's work, I would have picked up this book just for the cover. Then reading the synopsis, I would have been intrigued by the unusualness of the locksmith. I am kind of a geek for arcane stuff and, well, old keys are just cool. Thus prepared to enjoy the novel, I settled in. The story does not disappoint. I like the time-hopping between the mother's story and Genevieve's. I had a fair chunk of it figured out (no spoilers) but I don't think it was supposed to be a huge secret--lots of clues along the way. But that isn't the point. The point is the charm of the city and it's influence on residents across the years. (Paris is itself a main character here..n'est-ce pas?) Veterans of several wars are invoked, reminding us of the atrocities endured by Parisians. The only thing missing for me, and I will admit to being a greedy reader, is I wanted more. More tidbits on lock and keymaking, more about the Pieds-Noir, more about being an Algerian in Paris--perhaps from Pasquale but more likely from Catherine. Genevieve made her peace a little swiftly for me. Like I said, I'm greedy. This is a departure from the mysteries, but a good one. I thoroughly enjoyed the book and have recommended it to many friends. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Pretty Good, Quick read *by H***R on December 2, 2015* I ended up enjoying this book & appreciated the glimpse into life in Paris. The author truly developed the characters & you begin to really feel for all of them. Some things I did not enjoy: a few grammatical errors, a few slow points & having to keep track of the time/character shifting (the plot is told from the perspective of Genevieve, but sometimes shifts to that of other characters & also constantly went back & forth between present day & the 80s & 90s). But overall the story unfolds in a fascinating chain of events that are not at all predictable. There is a little romance, a little heartbreak, a little espionage & some loosely placed historical fiction. I would recommend this to anyone looking for a quick escape to Paris. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Well worth reading *by D***. on October 5, 2015* A modern fairytale set in Paris. It is well told and describes a piece of Paris we would all like to have. It covered places in Paris and things to do well and if you haven't done all of these yet, then put them on your list. I've been to Paris many times and enjoyed and agree with what she chose to cover. I am also familiar with Oakland, California and the Bay Area so it was an added treat. Discovering aspects of yourself in relation to your family of origin and then taking those insights and discovering yourself in the world is our purpose and this story does it well and you feel good about this endeavor at the end. I can see Genevieve as a locksmith opening doors to many other stories, secrets and truths so I hope the author continues to write and show more parts of Paris and Paris life. I liked the historical touchpoints too so keep that part going. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.is/products/18826718-the-paris-key](https://www.desertcart.is/products/18826718-the-paris-key) --- *Product available on Desertcart Iceland* *Store origin: IS* *Last updated: 2026-04-28*