The Velvet Hours

In the gripping backdrop of Paris on the brink of German occupation, a young woman named Solange Beaugiron confronts the legacy of her enigmatic grandmother, the courtesan Marthe de Florian. As Solange explores Marthe's story through treasured possessions, including a striking portrait and a string of pearls, she uncovers profound secrets that illuminate their shared past. This evocative tale, inspired by a true story of an abandoned Parisian apartment, weaves themes of art, beauty, and family, guiding Solange on her own journey amidst the looming shadows of war.