On a Night Like This by Ellen Sussman

A luminous, romantic novel about love, chance, and the paths not taken.
 
On the eve of Bastille Day in Paris, the lives of several strangers intertwine during one unforgettable night. Elegant and emotionally resonant, this novel explores how fleeting moments can change everything.
 
💖 Why You’ll Love It
Beautiful Parisian setting that feels cinematic and immersive
Interwoven stories that build toward a moving conclusion
Themes of love, regret, and second chances
Romantic without being sentimental
🌟 Perfect For
Readers who enjoy romantic literary fiction
Fans of interconnected, character-driven novels
Book clubs seeking reflective, discussion-friendly reads
Anyone who loves stories set in Paris
 
On a Night Like This Ellen Sussman crafts a graceful, multi-voiced story set over the course of a single summer evening in Paris. As fireworks light the sky, strangers cross paths—each carrying private hopes, disappointments, and longings. Through tender encounters and unexpected connections, the novel reveals how love can surface in moments both ordinary and extraordinary. Poetic and reflective, this is a story about timing, vulnerability, and the quiet power of human connection.