I have quite a few books in my library that are set in Paris and so it was a bit of a hard choice deciding which one to go to for the Paris In July challenge but I opted for Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris by Paul Gallico. I thought it sounded like a cute story and so far it has been sweet. It reminds me a bit of Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day but as I’ve been reading my book I realize that this is really more of a novella.
The second half of the book is Mrs. Harris Goes to New York, and I guess that won’t do for the Paris in July challenge. So I was determined to find another book and lucky me, I got an ARC this weekend that I think will also be a great read for the challenge.
Not only is The Châtelet Apprentice by Jean-François Parot set in Paris but it is also written by a French author. Yay, a book in translation. I’ve only read a couple of books in translation this year so I’m happy about this. Looking forward to reading about detective Nicolas Le Floch and reading about Paris in 1761.
So I’m making progress with my challenge. How about you, how are your challenge readings coming along?
Next up, I’ll try to put together some quick reviews as books are due back at the library. Speaking of the library, I think I’m back on my library ban for a while. I have got to read some of my own books.
I am kicking butt on my What’s in a Name Challenge 6 attempt. And doing OK for all my personal challenges to read favorite authors and books I have on my tbr. Congrats for having a great book fall into your lap when you needed on, huh?
Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris looks so cute!!! You know I’m a sucker for a good cover, too. So yeah, deal done!
🙂 I think Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris sounds like a fun read!
What a serendipity to receive a book in translation which fits perfectly with this challenge! So love books in translation, it hardly matters from what language they come. 🙂
Care – Oh the What’s In a Name Challenge, that is so fun but I understand trying to fit in everything. I am not even doing that well with my personal challenges but oh well I’m reading books I’m enjoying so I guess that’s what counts!
Andi@Estella’s Revenge – It is cute. Maybe not as great as Miss Pettigrew but it’s fun. Aren’t the Bloomsbury book covers adorable? It’s so bright pink!
jenclair – It is truly a cozy 🙂
Bellezza – I know right?! I’m excited to read it and it’s a historical mystery to boot so how fun!
I adored Miss Pettigrew Lives for a Day! So now I need to find Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris! The other sounds quite excellent too. I’m glad you are enjoying the challenge!
Heather – I did enjoy this one… not quite as much as Miss Pettigrew but it had some sweet moments!
I like Paris settings too. I’m not doing so well with my reading challenges. I need to step it up!
Bookworm – Good luck with your challenges – you can do it!