When Jack tastes the life which calls to his deepest desires, how can he possibly turn away?
When young, gifted artist Jack Tomlinson leaves Australia for what he thinks will be a simple six-month visit to relatives in London, fate has other plans. Drawn into the dazzling world of 1930s London and the artistic heart of Paris, Jack is soon living as an art student in Montparnasse, surrounded by avant-garde creativity, groundbreaking ideas, and the pulse of a changing world.
But Jack quickly learns that talent alone is not enough to thrive in this electric environment. In a city where art is life and dreams are forged—or broken—he is tested by challenges that will shape his future. Through encounters with larger-than-life mentors, transformative friendships, and the discovery of a love that transcends anything he’s ever known, Jack’s journey becomes one of self-discovery, heartbreak, and artistic rebirth.
In a world where beauty and passion collide, will Jack find his place—or lose himself along the way?
A captivating tale of art, identity, and the power of human connection.
The Sun Rose in Paris is the first novel in The Portraits of Blue Historical Fiction Series, a captivating series that sweeps readers into the Golden Age of Art. Spanning continents and offering a window into the fascinating people and events of the 1930s and 1940s art world, this series immerses you in a time of creative revolution and cultural upheaval.
Follow Jack Tomlinson’s journey through the vibrant streets of Paris, where passion and ambition fuel artistic dreams. As he navigates the heights of joy and the depths of despair, Jack discovers the bittersweet truth: even dreams realized can be laced with heartbreak, a fate many of history’s greatest artists have known—some with tragic consequences.
This is a story of inspiration, ambition, and the price of chasing artistic immortality.
Historical fiction that will immerse readers into the art-worlds of London and Paris in the early twentieth century, in a coming of age story of Jack Tomlinson, a young man who is unexpectedly drawn into the exciting worlds of Bohemia, finding love and friendship.
Readers comments –
‘I loved this book – I felt like I was there, with them!’
‘This book was captivating and had me researching artist’s, historical paintings and European cities! I love when I read a book and am also taking in a wealth of knowledge of historical events and cultures.’
