{"product_id":"barman-of-the-ritz-philippe-collin-hardcover","title":"Barman of the Ritz - Philippe Collin (Hardcover)","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhen the Ritz becomes the Nazis’ favourite spot, its Jewish bartender has no choice but to keep working.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParis, 1940.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite the Occupation, the prestigious Ritz Hotel has managed to remain open. Its bar becomes a favourite spot for Nazis eager for a taste of French refinement. Its celebrated barman, Frank Meier, is forced to adapt to this new clientele.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut he is hiding a secret that no one can find out: he is Jewish. With every word and smile, the atmosphere becomes more and more suffocating. Yet Frank refuses to flee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the unwitting help of the Nazis, Frank eventually uncovers secrets that help keep him and his loved ones alive — especially Luciano, his young apprentice, and Blanche, wife of the director of the Ritz and Frank’s impossible love — both of whom are Jewish too. Betrayal, lies, and backstabbing raise the stakes for the bartender — with Frank always just one step ahead of fate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBased on a true story, The Barman of the Ritz is as chilling as it is fascinating.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Doubleday","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54535703069009,"sku":"9781529956399","price":24.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0270\/4618\/2960\/files\/BarmanoftheRitz.jpg?v=1786436504","url":"https:\/\/lattesandliterature.com\/products\/barman-of-the-ritz-philippe-collin-hardcover","provider":"Latte's and Literature","version":"1.0","type":"link"}