Joanne DryanskyBesprekingen

Sweet, lightweight story of a Tunisian woman finding love and luck and happiness in Paris. Vaguely reminiscent of 'Amélie' (only vaguely, though).½

I liked this story. It is a feel-good story about Fatima who has never traveled, off her island of Djerba, and never really wanted to. Due to life-changing events she finds herself a maid to a countess in Paris, France. She comes to enjoy her life and friends in Paris. Upon returning to Djerba, she reaches a decision about where to call home, and settles down in her home with luck, wealth and good friends.

The author keeps the story moving, it is full of descriptive phrases, but never overwhelming. I used a warm lazy summer day to finish this book nearly in one day; it was a nice day, like being on vacation.