Author: Colleen Cambridge
Published: April 25, 2023 by Kensington
Format: Kindle, Hardcove, 304 Pages
Genre: Amateur Sleuth
Source: My thanks to Netgalley and the Publisher for the opportunity to read an advanced copy of this book.
Series: An American in Paris #1
First Sentence: Julia Child has a mayonnaise problem.
Blurb: As Paris rediscovers its joie de vivre, Tabitha Knight, recently arrived from Detroit for an extended stay with her French grandfather, is on her own journey of discovery. Paris isn’t just the City of Light; it’s the city of history, romance, stunning architecture . . . and food. Thanks to her neighbor and friend Julia Child, another ex-pat who’s fallen head over heels for Paris, Tabitha is learning how to cook for her Grandpère and Oncle Rafe.
Between tutoring Americans in French, visiting the market, and eagerly sampling the results of Julia’s studies at Le Cordon Bleu cooking school, Tabitha’s sojourn is proving thoroughly delightful. That is, until the cold December day they return to Julia’s building and learn that a body has been found in the cellar. Tabitha recognizes the victim as a woman she’d met only the night before, at a party given by Julia’s sister, Dort. The murder weapon found nearby is recognizable too—a knife from Julia’s kitchen.
Tabitha is eager to help the investigation, but is shocked when Inspector Merveille reveals that a note, in Tabitha’s handwriting, was found in the dead woman’s pocket. Is this murder a case of international intrigue, or something far more personal? From the shadows of the Tour Eiffel at midnight, to the tiny third-floor Child kitchen, to the grungy streets of Montmartre, Tabitha navigates through the city hoping to find the real killer before she or one of her friends ends up in prison . . . or worse.(GoodReads)
My Opinion: When I finished the book, I found myself wishing for more scenes featuring the lively Julia and less focus on the mundane Tabitha. The book came to life whenever Julia's vibrant energy was present. Hopefully, the next installment will have more Julia and delve deeper into the backgrounds of Tabitha's grandfather and Rafe, as there must be more to their stories.
The concept of Russian spies in France was intriguing, and the suggestion that the Child’s, particularly Paul, might be spies compelled me to pay closer attention. However, since this speculation was never confirmed, I appreciate that Colleen Cambridge did not jump to any definitive conclusions.
Whether or not I will continue reading the series, I am undecided. While I adore Julia, I could do without as much focus on Tabitha.
Blurb: As Paris rediscovers its joie de vivre, Tabitha Knight, recently arrived from Detroit for an extended stay with her French grandfather, is on her own journey of discovery. Paris isn’t just the City of Light; it’s the city of history, romance, stunning architecture . . . and food. Thanks to her neighbor and friend Julia Child, another ex-pat who’s fallen head over heels for Paris, Tabitha is learning how to cook for her Grandpère and Oncle Rafe.
Between tutoring Americans in French, visiting the market, and eagerly sampling the results of Julia’s studies at Le Cordon Bleu cooking school, Tabitha’s sojourn is proving thoroughly delightful. That is, until the cold December day they return to Julia’s building and learn that a body has been found in the cellar. Tabitha recognizes the victim as a woman she’d met only the night before, at a party given by Julia’s sister, Dort. The murder weapon found nearby is recognizable too—a knife from Julia’s kitchen.
Tabitha is eager to help the investigation, but is shocked when Inspector Merveille reveals that a note, in Tabitha’s handwriting, was found in the dead woman’s pocket. Is this murder a case of international intrigue, or something far more personal? From the shadows of the Tour Eiffel at midnight, to the tiny third-floor Child kitchen, to the grungy streets of Montmartre, Tabitha navigates through the city hoping to find the real killer before she or one of her friends ends up in prison . . . or worse.(GoodReads)
My Opinion: When I finished the book, I found myself wishing for more scenes featuring the lively Julia and less focus on the mundane Tabitha. The book came to life whenever Julia's vibrant energy was present. Hopefully, the next installment will have more Julia and delve deeper into the backgrounds of Tabitha's grandfather and Rafe, as there must be more to their stories.
The concept of Russian spies in France was intriguing, and the suggestion that the Child’s, particularly Paul, might be spies compelled me to pay closer attention. However, since this speculation was never confirmed, I appreciate that Colleen Cambridge did not jump to any definitive conclusions.
Whether or not I will continue reading the series, I am undecided. While I adore Julia, I could do without as much focus on Tabitha.
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