Meet the Author - Natasha Lester

We are delighted to be hosting an evening book launch to celebrate the release of Natasha Lester's brand new book, The Disappearance of Astrid Bricard.

Natasha will be in-conversation with author Sara Foster about her new novel and incredible career as a New York Times bestselling author.

About the Book – The Disappearance of Astrid Bricard 

Paris, 1917 New York, 1970 French countryside, present day. Three generations. One chance to prove themselves. Can the women of the Bricard fashion dynasty finally rewrite their history? French countryside, Present Day: Blythe Bricard is the daughter of famous fashion muses but that doesn't mean she wants to be one. She turned her back on that world, and her dreams, years ago. Fate, however, has a different plan, and Blythe will discover there is more to her iconic mother and grandmother than she ever knew.

New York, 1970: Designer Astrid Bricard arrives in bohemian Chelsea determined to change the fashion world forever. And she does - cast as muse to her lover, Hawk Jones. When they're both invited to compete against the French in the fashion event of the century - the Battle of Versailles - Astrid sacrifices everything to showcase her talent. But then, at this turning point in her career, she mysteriously vanishes, leaving behind only a white silk dress.

Paris, 1917: Parentless sixteen-year-old Mizza Bricard has made a vow: to be remembered on her own terms. Her promise drives her through decades and couture houses until, finally, her name is remembered, and a legend created - one that proves impossible for Astrid and Blythe to erase themselves from.

About the Author - Natasha Lester

Natasha Lester is the New York Times bestselling author of The Paris Seamstress, The French Photographer, The Paris Secret, and The Riviera House, and a former marketing executive for L'Oreal. Her novels have been translated into many different languages and are published all around the world.

When she's not writing, she loves collecting vintage fashion, practising the art of fashion illustration, and reading about history. Natasha is a sought-after public speaker and lives with her husband and three children in Perth, Western Australia

Cost $8.00. Book and pay online.

Dymocks Joondalup will be selling Natasha's book on the night, and Natasha will be available for book signing.

For further information call 9400 4751.

Please note, the presentation will run for approximately one hour, and refreshments are included.

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Cancellations and Refunds: 

A program will only be cancelled if there are insufficient enrolments received one day prior to the event or due to factors beyond the City’s control. No individual refunds or credits will be given for general non-attendance.