The House In Paris by Elizabeth Bowen

Set against the backdrop of a single day in a Parisian house, this novel intricately weaves together the lives of two children, Henrietta and Leopold, who meet while waiting for their respective journeys to continue. As they navigate the complexities of their own family secrets and the mysterious past of the adults around them, the narrative unfolds through a series of flashbacks and present-day events. Themes of love, betrayal, and the passage of time are explored through the lens of the children's innocent yet perceptive eyes, revealing the profound impact of past decisions on the present.