Easy listening perfect for boring jobs!

A nice story although predictable ending but nevertheless it was great to immerse yourself in while ironing or other mundane jobs would thoroughly recommend it, great narration too.

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Great book

I enjoyed it a great deal but in my experience was not the best one that I have listened to by Jenny Colgan.

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This is Something Magical

This is also a comforting tale of the human spirit triumphing over adversity. Whilst not making it too big a part of the story and without trivialising the life changing accident at the beginning, the subjects of pain and illness are sensitively handled here.

It's set in two time frames, that are intricately woven together so that the past brings love and opportunity into the present. The older character Claire takes us on a trip down her own memory lane; while by a lucky coincidence of their being in hospital at the same time she meets and helps Anna. Then the life of Anna in the present undergoes a healing journey and is transformed by their chance meeting.

Although its a departure from the more frivolous storylines that Jenny Colgan's work tends to focus on, I thought she reached new heights with this book and have listened twice since I bought it a few years ago and writing this makes me want to listen all over again too! The narrator is perfect for this story and the way she does the voices, impressive.

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Love the Author

The way the Author of these books romantically portrays the characters is brilliant and beautiful. It's like being there with them. Every well described.

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Love and chocolate in Paris - what could be better?

Another winner from Jenny.
So beautifully described that I could almost smell Paris.
Anna meets her old French teacher, Claire, who encourages her to go and work in Paris for the summer. Claire in her turn revisits her own experiences there.
I loved it!!!

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Yummy

Where does The Loveliest Chocolate Shop in Paris rank among all the audiobooks you’ve listened to so far?

I love this series of books, she is an excellent writer for chick lit. I think this is one of my favourite listens, I was able to listen and get on with my other commitments.

What was one of the most memorable moments of The Loveliest Chocolate Shop in Paris?

Where everyone ended up in the hospital and it felt as though the story was falling apart.

Which character – as performed by Penelope Rawlins – was your favourite?

The chocolatier - he was fabulous, larger than life!

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

No, I enjoyed spreading out the story over a few days whilst I travelled to and from work and did some of my work.

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one of my favourite

makes you feel like your in the book
romantic story . l liked the narrater brought it to life

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For all chocoholics and incurable romantics

A simple,beautifully evocative story of Paris, the French people, love, loss, courage, adventure and chocolate. For all chocoholic romantics.

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Made me hungry...

Would you recommend this audiobook to a friend? If so, why?

I would recommend this book for an easy uncomplicated read, when you just want to lose yourself in chocolate and humour.

What did you like best about this story?

I liked the story, as you immersed yourself in Paris, the vivid descriptions, culture, imagining how the food tastes, the smells, the sense of style, the romanticism of Paris an adoring Parisian fantasy. It made me feel like I was walking the cobbled streets.

Which character – as performed by Penelope Rawlins – was your favourite?

Anna Trent the central character was entertaining, and you can identify and sympathise with her easily.

Did you have an emotional reaction to this book? Did it make you laugh or cry?

I laughed with Anna and Laurant cried for Claire and Thierry, it was a bitter sweet romance novel.

Any additional comments?

I have just discovered Jenny Colgan, this is the 2nd book I've read after Meet me at the Cupcake Cafe, and looking forward to listening to more.

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What a really great book

If you could sum up The Loveliest Chocolate Shop in Paris in three words, what would they be?

Love conquers all

What did you like best about this story?

I loved the way the four main people mix so well together

Also loved the recipes at the end

What does Penelope Rawlins bring to the story that you wouldn’t experience if you had only read the book?

She brings everyone to life.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

Oh yes

Any additional comments?

Love this writer and reader

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