Heather Morris returns to WWII with 'The Piano Teacher of Montparnasse' set in Nazi-occupied Paris

Heather Morris has a new novel set during World War II in Nazi-occupied Paris. “The Piano Teacher of Montparnasse” will be released in October. The story follows a Jewish girl named Josephine and her piano teacher, Andrée, who is part of the French Resistance. Morris says she's honored to tell this story of courage and resilience. Her first book, “The Tattooist of Auschwitz,” sold millions despite some criticism over historical accuracy. Morris met Grammy-nominated composer Kara Talve during a TV adaptation of her first book. Talve worked on the score. Josephine is based on Talve's grandmother.