Hotel Pastis: A Novel of Provence | 
so-soWas hoping for a delightful read about the French countryside, but I did not enjoy the emphasis on objectifying women, excessive consumption of alcohol and the celebration of men‘s focus on money and what it can buy. One character was a bright light, the charming and creative, Ernest who was the majordoma for Simon, the ad executive. Finally, the bank heist at the end turned out to be a breath of fresh air! #booked2022 #SETINAHOTEL #192025 #1973
Librarybelle I‘ve not read anything by Mayle, though I‘ve seen a movie, I think, based on A Year in Provence. 3y
AnnR Thanks for mentioning there is sexism and other things going on in this book. I think I'll skip this one, even though I liked A Year in Provence. 3y
DivineDiana @Librarybelle I didn‘t know there was a movie! Did you enjoy it? 3y
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DivineDiana @Ann_Reads I think I might be overly sensitive. 🤷🏼♀️ 3y
Librarybelle I honestly cannot remember, it was so long ago! The actor who starred in the Inspector Morse series was the lead in the film. That‘s about as much as I remember! 😂 3y
DivineDiana @Librarybelle I understand perfectly! 🙂 3y
Cinfhen Great review, Diana 💖 3y
DivineDiana Thank you, @Cinfhen! Glad to remove it from the TBR shelves! 😘 3y
DivineDiana #foodandlit #france 3y
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