It's a cute book. Knisley is studying cartooning and so she records her memories in her drawings with some fun commentary and cute pictures. I'm not a big fan of "picture" books like this but it's a super fast read and she has some good humor. I will say that there is a lot of 22-year-old angst and whining that was wearing thin on me. And yet, I remember that angst myself all too well.
On a personal note, I loved her relationship with her mom and their trip brought back fun memories to me of my (shorter) trip to England with my mom right after I turned 21. Lucy and her mom spend their month in an apartment, something I wish we could have done, and her descriptions of their meals, shopping on rue Mouffetard for their ingredients, visiting museums and other stores is often great fun.
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Sounds like an entertaining little book, Jeanie, and the kind that you can get through quickly, and not leave you with more philosophical conundrums than you need.
ReplyDeleteWhen my late mom was in good health I always loved to travel with her and share excitement over what we were seeing so the book appeals to me from that angle. Have a lovely day Jeanie :-)
ReplyDeleteParis in July posts remind me of Christmas in July Hallmark movies...and I mean that in a good way. They both have the power to remind us of all the good things that come with the love of other places and other times.
ReplyDeleteCute book, love the cartoons. Hugs, Valerie
ReplyDeleteI love cartoon books. I always find them funny and charming. French Milk sounds interesting too ;)
ReplyDeleteJeanie, It seems a fun little book to have from your trip to Paris. I know you have wonderful memories of that time. Blessings , xoxo, Susie
ReplyDeleteIt looks like my kind of book: lovely cover, cute pictures, humor, mother and daughter together on a trip. And of course...milk. I love milk.
ReplyDeleteHi Jeanie, I love books with a lot pictures, photos, or drawings. I read a lot Manga, Japanese comics.
ReplyDeleteI read some lovely stories of Paris in July in Tamara, Thyme of Tea :) Very interesting.
Enjoy your day, Jeanie.
This book looks and sounds like a fun read. I think the 20s are the hardest time in life trying to figure things out (at least it was for me).
ReplyDeleteShe might have whined but it's clear the trip meant a lot to her. I bet she loves reading back on that book when she's older. Yes, staying in an apartment is a nice way to do it when you have a somewhat longer trip than the usual whistle stop. I thought your cottage near Bath sounded and looked lovely!
ReplyDeleteI love the gerbera.
ReplyDelete"Funny" how German words like Angst make it out in the world, why not "Freude" - joy - instead?
I went to Mallorca with only my Mom when I was 14 and we met people from our little home-town, I couldn´t believe it...
I miss her so much.
Oh I liked this book. I really enjoyed it. nice pick for your French post. Hugs-Erika
ReplyDeleteOooh, I'll have to look for this young authoress' book, Jeanie! I do remember being very whiney when I was that age but hopefully we all grow out of that stage. ;)
ReplyDeleteHappy Paris in July! Will have to look for more Paris posts.
Barb :)
What a sweet book... And how sweet the memories it brought back for you, Jeanie! I do love your Paris in July post! Sorry so slow to catch up again... life has still been pretty "full", again... ;) ((HUGS))
ReplyDeleteI think this is a book I would skip. It is like a diary of a 22 year old and to tell you the truth I could skip that time in my life.
ReplyDeleteI have enjoyed all of your posts about and on Paris! It truly is a delicious city!
ReplyDeleteThanks for pointing it out.
ReplyDeleteLooks like a cute little book that I'd enjoy reading over coffee and a croissant!
ReplyDeleteI've noticed a lot of artists express angst. I can't say I've EVER felt it, but I haven't live the life this young lady did. Nicely done and a great way to honor each July, too. I look forward to this every year, now, dear Jeanie.
ReplyDeleteMy mom and I still take our yearly antique trail weekend to find antiques. It is a tradition for us each August for a weekend. Enjoyed your Paris in July posts. Janice
ReplyDeleteSounds like a fun read. I enjoyed all of your Paris in July posts. Where did July go!!!! Happy week......
ReplyDeletethis sounds interesting!
ReplyDeleteThe book looks entertaining :)
ReplyDeleteHave a lovely day Jeanie.
I really enjoyed this book. I like reading quick reads like this occasionally. Not my favorite type of book but a fun break once in awhile. And yes, now that you mention it, there was a lot of 'angst' in this book. Oh I do not miss those days. I wish I had been able to take a trip like that with my mom. It just wasn't possible with 5 kids, though. But now my mom and dad are up for traveling with us and they make great companions as they help out with Paul and love seeing him experience new things, like seeing the ocean for the first time! So I can see them being side kicks on our future trips.
ReplyDeleteHowdy there girlfriend, love this post! I've never heard of this book and now I'm going to see if I can get it from my library, it looks great. Hope your week has started off good so far, the heat is back here, we had a short break and were able to get out and walk alot. I'll try to get my pictures up and posted soon. Nights with a cool breeze, (heck!--even a WARM BREEZE!) ARE SO welcome and few and far between this time of year in the South. Good part is----I've got to stay inside and do alot of reading this summer.
ReplyDeleteI never read a picture book. They don't seem serious enough for me, but this one sounds really nice. I'll keep it in mind.
ReplyDeleteDon't think my mother and I could have managed a month together, anywhere, when I was 22!
ReplyDeleteSounds a good book … being in your early twenties isn't always easy!
ReplyDeleteAll the best Jan