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Sunday, 10 July 2011

hidden in paris...


Friday afternoon almost qualifies as the weekend doesn't it? I thought so too....The temperatures are blazing in my corner of Provence so swimming and reading are the first ideas that come to mind for the weekend. I have just started Corine Gantz's Hidden in Paris and I can tell already that this is the perfect read for this weekend. The book is set in my favourite city in the world...every street name brings a little smile to my face...and the storyline is one of those that we girls just can't put down...

'In a tale of friendship, self-discovery and love, three women running away from their lives become unlikely friends in a beautiful house in the heart of Paris...'

Corine writes the highly entertaining blog, Hidden in France where she uses her particular brand of humour to meditate on relationships, food, decor and all things French....

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34 comments:

  1. A Gift Wrapped Life8 July 2011 at 16:27

    Perfect Vicki! I just finished a book last night which was of a more serious nature so I am on the hunt for something lighter and more entertaining. I am zipping through books and itune movies these days, our weather has been so perfect (no humidity), just sunshine and relaxing. Hope you have a most wonderful weekend. Much love and many hugs. XO

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  2. Amy8 July 2011 at 16:33

    Oh, thank you for the recommendation! I'm almost through the last of my stack of books, and I hate hate hate not having something on tap to read next.

    Your weekend sounds like Heaven. And yes, Friday afternoon so counts as weekend.

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  3. Alcira Molina-Ali8 July 2011 at 16:33

    This looks most entertaining, may have to kindle it ;)
    Cheers and best, Alcira

    nerochronicles.com

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  4. Adriana Iris8 July 2011 at 16:58

    I want to hide in France =( Have a good weekend.

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  5. savvycityfarmer8 July 2011 at 17:07

    same weather, same craving ...

    I'll save it for a rainy day ... sounds dreamy

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  6. ceecee8 July 2011 at 17:12

    Blazingly hot here too, Vicki. I could use a cool read. Enjoyed your blog tips...great advice.
    Happy weekend,
    Catherine

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  7. Jeanne Henriques8 July 2011 at 17:16

    Too funny Vicki! I recently downloaded this book onto my iPad for the trip from the UK to NZ. I really enjoyed it and wrote to Corinne to tell her so. She wrote a lovely note back. A fun read, enjoy!

    Another one that you might enjoy is A Recipe for Life by Nicky Pellegrino. I listened to the Audio CD version...it was perfect for those frustrating moments stuck in London traffic. A nice way to escape to Italy...

    Best wishes for a lovely weekend...
    Jeanne xxx

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  8. MrsLittleJeans8 July 2011 at 17:28

    That sounds like a great read...Enjoy! xo

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  9. Unknown8 July 2011 at 17:35

    Ah, the book and the weekend in provence sound like heaven. I am guilty of having an untouched pile of summer reading but am tempted to put it aside and dash out to pick that book up--sounds so perfect for the weekend! Wishing you a lovely long weekend Vicki!

    xo Mary Jo

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  10. Unknown8 July 2011 at 17:38

    p.s. Of course you're a long time BV fan, that makes so much sense! I too have always loved the brand but boycotted it for awhile after I accidentally spilled salad dressing on a lady's BV tote during my first {and only} stint as a waitress when I was just out of school. So traumatic--she was screaming and I locked myself in the bathroom. But now I have gotten over it and can enjoy the brand again :)

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  11. Anita at Cedar Hill 8 July 2011 at 18:08

    Your blog is so lovely. I am a new follower.

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  12. Fifi Flowers8 July 2011 at 18:26

    ooh la la!!!! FABuLOUS!!! Need to put this on ReadingisFabulous.com !!!

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  13. Beadboard UpCountry8 July 2011 at 19:30

    Jeez! I'd buy it just for the Cover! OOH I have a gift card to use too!!!!!!!Will check out the blog too...... Thanks Vicki!Maryanne xo

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  14. Bonnie8 July 2011 at 20:30

    It is as if you just read my mind. Perfect recommendation. I am delighted to have something light and just right for our family beach vacation in a couple of weeks.

    Thanks too for the growing your blog tips on your last post.

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  15. 24 Corners8 July 2011 at 23:09

    Sounds perfect!! We're having a very cool spring-like summer so far, but all that's supposed to change tomorrow...for how long I don't know, but at least summer will be back this weekend!
    Happy reading Vicki...
    xo J~

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  16. debra@dustjacket8 July 2011 at 23:33

    Oh thanks for the tip, just looking for books at the moment.
    xxx

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  17. under spanish moss9 July 2011 at 01:49

    Sounds delightful. Will put this on our must read list for when life slows down. Stay cool and enjoy your weekend! XO Angela and Renee

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  18. Lize9 July 2011 at 03:49

    That book looks perfect!! I would love to read it but doubt it would make it to Australia before I leave for Paris next week :( Might have to wait and get my hands on it over there!!

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  19. Cathi9 July 2011 at 05:06

    I read it a few weeks ago and loved it, I didn't want it to end! Happy weekend! xxoo

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  20. Mary Ann Pickett9 July 2011 at 06:03

    What an intro to the book! Gripping. Bon weekend.

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  21. Suze9 July 2011 at 09:14

    Maybe I should bring it to Provence in September...seems a perfect combination.

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  22. Heirloom treasures9 July 2011 at 10:12

    sounds good, a bit like "Eat,pray,love" the film I loved.x

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  23. Half-heard in the Stillness9 July 2011 at 14:53

    I've just placed it on my Wish List! ;)

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  24. The French Hutch9 July 2011 at 15:04

    hi Vicki, yours sounds like a great weekend plan. The book a delightful read. I'll add it to my book list. Any book set in Paris is a book I will read too. Paris is my favorite trip destination..............Stay cool in the heat of Provence.

    ~Emily
    The French Hutch

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  25. peggy braswell9 July 2011 at 18:57

    A Book to get + enjoy. Thanks Vicki! xxpeggybraswelldesign.com

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  26. Unknown10 July 2011 at 03:50

    Ooh. I should have brought this along on our road trips last week! I'll have to remember it; it sounds like a great read.

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  27. The enchanted home10 July 2011 at 11:09

    This book sounds its tailor made for me! Thank you for the heads up! Incidentally I am going to Barnes and Noble today and will get this book, the storyline sounds like my kind of story.....excited! I just finished my last book and was looking for something new. Thanks!

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  28. designchic10 July 2011 at 11:37

    Sounds like a wonderful book and what a beautiful cover!! Hope you're having a wonderful weekend ~

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  29. Jennifer10 July 2011 at 11:55

    Am just about to finish it and have really enjoyed it!

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  30. Teresa Hatfield ~ Splendid Sass10 July 2011 at 17:44

    Will have to get the book. I am headed to her blog now.
    Thank you for sharing,Vicki, and I hope that your weekend is great.
    Teresa
    xoxo

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  31. Charlene10 July 2011 at 21:04

    I read "Hidden in Paris" a week or so ago and really enjoyed it. I'd certainly recommend it!

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  32. Rose12 July 2011 at 09:00

    this sounds just my kind of thing... I've just added it to my kindle wish list- soon to be downloaded! thanks for the tip, I find it so hard to know which book to read next sometimes

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  33. Callie Grayson19 July 2011 at 00:02

    Perfect timing. I need a book to read on the train.
    Our intern at work will be going to Paris in two weeks! I am very excited for her and gi ing her a few places to go. If you have any suggestions please let me know.
    Xxcallie

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  34. Vicki6 August 2011 at 20:54

    I recently read this book on your recommendation and thought it was completely charming. I like a cast of characters who aren't always so perfect.

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