"New York City/Paris, 1942: When American model Jessica May arrives in Europe to cover the war as a photojournalist for Vogue, most of the soldiers are determined to make her life as difficult as possible. But three friendships change that. Journalist Martha Gellhorn encourages Jess to bend the rules. Captain Dan Hallworth keeps her safe in dangerous places so she can capture the stories that truly matter. And most important of all, the love of a little orphan named Victorine gives Jess strength to do the impossible. But her success will come at a price."-- Paris, 1942: When American model Jessica May arrives in Europe to cover the war as a photojournalist for Vogue, most of the soldiers are determined to make her life as difficult as possible. But journalist Martha Gellhorn encourages Jess to bend the rules; Captain Dan Hallworth keeps her safe in dangerous places so she can capture the stories that truly matter. And the love of a little orphan named Victorine gives Jess strength to do the impossible. But her success will come at a price. France, 2005: D'Arcy Hallworth is hired to curate a collection of wartime photos by a reclusive artist-- and discovers secrets that will alter her life forever. -- adapted from front flap Publisher's description.

Includes "Reading group guide" (pages 439-451).