Claire Laurent, the enigmatic and successful founder of the global lingerie empire 'French Silk,' finds her meticulously crafted life shattered when a controversial TV evangelist, who publicly denounced her 'erotic sleepwear,' is murdered. Suddenly, Claire is thrust into the role of prime suspect, her vibrant persona masking a multitude of secrets she's sworn to protect. Enter Robert Cassidy, the disturbingly handsome and relentless District Attorney, who believes Claire is deliberately obstructing justice with her carefully constructed lies. As Cassidy delves deeper into the case, he finds himself irresistibly drawn to Claire, sensing a profound connection beneath her guarded exterior. The intoxicating allure of New Orleans serves as a backdrop to their escalating cat-and-mouse game, where the lines between truth and deception, and duty and desire, blur. Claire's only path to exoneration and to saving her reputation and freedom lies in revealing a shocking truth she has long intended to take to her grave, forcing her to confront her past and trust the very man who could condemn her.
Critical Reception
"Sandra Brown's 'French Silk' stands as a quintessential romantic suspense novel, celebrated for its intricate plotting, palpable tension, and compelling character development that captivates a broad readership."
Adaptations
1994 TV movie starring Susan Lucci and Lee Horsley.