Paris Letters

by Janice MacLeod
Paris Letters cover
Good Books rating 4.23
Biography and Memoir
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  • ID: 2039
  • Added: 2025-10-11
  • Updated: 2025-10-11
  • ISBN: 9781402288807
  • Publisher: Sourcebooks, Inc.
  • Published: 2014-02-04
  • Formats: 1
  • Reviews: 3
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Exhausted by her high-stress job, Janice MacLeod decides to take a leap of faith and spend two years in Europe. In Paris, she meets Christophe, a charming butcher who doesn't speak English, and they embark on a whirlwind romance. As her savings dwindle, Janice turns to her passions for words, art, and Christophe to find a way to make her dream of living in Paris a permanent reality. Paris Letters is not just a love story but also a practical guide filled with financial tips and advice for those looking to live abroad. /n/nThe book is a heartwarming and inspiring tale that invites readers to experience the magic of Paris through Janice's journey. It's a story of self-discovery, love, and the pursuit of a life less ordinary. With its blend of romance, travel, and practical advice, Paris Letters is a must-read for anyone dreaming of a change.

Reviews
Romance By The Book · 2021-10-28
inspiring 4.50

The novel is described as breathtaking and based on a personal journey of finding happiness and love. The reviewer highlights the author's verge of burnout as a compelling starting point.

This reviewer found the book to be a captivating exploration of personal growth and self-discovery. They were drawn in by the author's raw and honest account of her journey, which is both inspiring and relatable. The reviewer appreciates the way the book blends elements of romance and personal reflection, making it a unique and engaging read. They particularly enjoyed the vivid descriptions and the emotional depth that the author brings to her story, which makes it resonate with readers on a deeper level.

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    This breathtaking novel is based on her personal journey of finding true happiness and love.

    Janice is on the verge of a burnout.

    The novel is a beautiful blend of romance and personal reflection.

BookSellersNZ · 2014-05-21
engaging 4.00

The book is praised for its easy flow and engaging narrative that sucks the reader in from start to finish. It is described as a part memoir and part self-help book.

This reviewer was thoroughly engrossed by the book's easy flow and engaging narrative. They appreciated the way it seamlessly blends memoir and self-help elements, making it both entertaining and insightful. The reviewer found the book to be a compelling read that offers valuable lessons and reflections on life and personal growth. They particularly enjoyed the author's candid and relatable storytelling, which makes the book feel like a conversation with a close friend.

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    Part memoir, part self-help book, Paris Letters has an easy flow about it that just sucks you in.

    I was engrossed from start to finish by its engaging narrative.

    The book offers valuable lessons and reflections on life and personal growth.

Alive On The Shelves · Christine · 2014-02-11
uplifting 4.20

The book is filled with joy, art, and personal growth. The watercolor letters are excellent but can take extra time to load.

Christine found the book to be a delightful blend of joy, art, and personal growth. She was particularly impressed by the watercolor letters, which add a unique visual element to the reading experience. However, she noted that these illustrations can take extra time to load, which might be a minor inconvenience for some readers. Overall, Christine appreciated the book's uplifting tone and the way it celebrates the beauty of life and the power of self-discovery. She found the author's journey inspiring and the book's message to be both timely and relevant.

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    Paris Letters is filled with joy, art, and personal growth.

    The watercolor letters are excellent, but can take extra time to load in the digital version.

    The book celebrates the beauty of life and the power of self-discovery.

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