Description
Discover the enchanting world of a classic French café with this beautifully crafted trade paperback from New Vessel Press, capturing the essence of human connection. In this moving narrative by Jean-Philippe Blondel, the café becomes a stage where the intricacies of life unfold. Through a tapestry of characters—each with unique stories shaped by the pandemic—readers are invited to explore their emotional journeys. A mother and son face the unsettling reality of their differences; a man rekindles a childhood friendship over tea; and a woman confronts her past as she encounters her ex. This literary gem, ISBN 9781954404205, highlights the universal themes of hope, nostalgia, and the pursuit of meaning amid uncertainty.
This brand-new edition, published in 2023, presents a lyrical portrayal of how a simple café can become a haven for introspection and revelation. The author's vivid storytelling and keen observation breathe life into each character, making their experiences relatable to those navigating their own complexities in the wake of global crises. Ideal for fans of literary fiction and poignant tales, this book not only charms but also invites deeper contemplation.
Add this must-read to your collection and immerse yourself in a narrative that resonates with the human experience. Don't miss out on the opportunity to embark on this heartfelt journey today. Free shipping is available for this item. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be canceled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781954404205
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2023
Publisher: New Vessel Press
Description:
An ode to the French café as a magical place, portrayed by a beloved author with humanity, insight, and tenderness.At a classic café in the French provinces, anonymity, chance encounters, and traumatic pasts collide against the muted background of global instability. Jean-Philippe Blondel, author of the bestselling The 6:41 to Paris,presents a moving fresco of intertwined destinies. In the span of twenty-four hours, a medley of characters retrace the fading patterns of their lives after a long disruption from Covid. A mother and son realize their vast differences, a man takes tea with a childhood friend he had once covertly fallen for, and a woman crosses paths with the ex who abandoned her in Australia. Amidst it all, the café swirls like a kaleidoscope, bringing together customers, waiters, and owners past and present. Within its walls and on its terrace, they examine the threads of their existence, laying bare their inner selves, their failed dreams, and their hopes for the uncertain future that awaits us all.
'Finely drawn...Charming and engrossing.' — Suzanne Vega, singer-songwriter
'Blondel’s moving and dynamic novelexplores the intersecting lives of visitors and staff at a provincial French café...The café serves as the perfect theater for tragicomedy...This has plenty of charm.' — Publishers Weekly
'Each character comes fully and beautifully alive, and together their stories create a strong sense of people sorting through their lives and making changes...Moving, insightful, and fun to read:for fans of literary and popular fiction alike.' — Lib
This brand-new edition, published in 2023, presents a lyrical portrayal of how a simple café can become a haven for introspection and revelation. The author's vivid storytelling and keen observation breathe life into each character, making their experiences relatable to those navigating their own complexities in the wake of global crises. Ideal for fans of literary fiction and poignant tales, this book not only charms but also invites deeper contemplation.
Add this must-read to your collection and immerse yourself in a narrative that resonates with the human experience. Don't miss out on the opportunity to embark on this heartfelt journey today. Free shipping is available for this item. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be canceled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781954404205
Format: Trade paperback (US)
Year: 2023
Publisher: New Vessel Press
Description:
An ode to the French café as a magical place, portrayed by a beloved author with humanity, insight, and tenderness.At a classic café in the French provinces, anonymity, chance encounters, and traumatic pasts collide against the muted background of global instability. Jean-Philippe Blondel, author of the bestselling The 6:41 to Paris,presents a moving fresco of intertwined destinies. In the span of twenty-four hours, a medley of characters retrace the fading patterns of their lives after a long disruption from Covid. A mother and son realize their vast differences, a man takes tea with a childhood friend he had once covertly fallen for, and a woman crosses paths with the ex who abandoned her in Australia. Amidst it all, the café swirls like a kaleidoscope, bringing together customers, waiters, and owners past and present. Within its walls and on its terrace, they examine the threads of their existence, laying bare their inner selves, their failed dreams, and their hopes for the uncertain future that awaits us all.
'Finely drawn...Charming and engrossing.' — Suzanne Vega, singer-songwriter
'Blondel’s moving and dynamic novelexplores the intersecting lives of visitors and staff at a provincial French café...The café serves as the perfect theater for tragicomedy...This has plenty of charm.' — Publishers Weekly
'Each character comes fully and beautifully alive, and together their stories create a strong sense of people sorting through their lives and making changes...Moving, insightful, and fun to read:for fans of literary and popular fiction alike.' — Lib