Gertrude SteinEntertaining, but neither a compelling narrative nor a compelling analysis of Parisian society. Reads very much like an old woman prattling on about her life.
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Tove JanssonA beautiful, imaginative, gentle exploration into the unknown. A touch of magic realism gives a sense of unpredictability, but it never feels outlandish.
Gabriel García MárquezThe huge cast of characters and rapid-fire plot made this book extremely difficult to follow. It might have been an enjoyable read if it was half the length.
There's lots of advice around the internet for expats looking to settle in France (and Paris in particular). Before coming here, I read up on countless forums and blog posts about how to look for a place to live, set up a bank account, get a phone plan, and all that wonderful bureaucratic stuff. …
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