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Summary: Un Petit Cadeau pour Tout le Monde--- Charmant!
Review: American writer, Greg and his petit ami, JP, are hurrying from their apartment in Paris to the South of France for a date with destiny; JP is about to lose his virginity and become the sire of his own great line of liver spotted dalmations. Along the way, Greg tells in simple, straight-forward prose the amusing story of this journey, where JP's magnificent presence transcends cultural boundaries and opens doors for Greg that would have been ordinarily difficult to breach. Even the best restaurants fling open their portals and their hearts, wooing JP with succulent dishes fit for this roi des chiens.
But the story that will really tug at your heart begins once JP and Greg arrive in the Midi at the home of unlucky bteeder, Bonbon whose life has taken a turn for the worse. When JP shows absolutely no interest in the female for which he is intended and all Bonbon's frustrated attempts seem for naught, JP and his master, turn things around, charming the near-by villagers while planting the seed for another generation of extraordinary companions.
Absolutely charming, this book is a gem in every way. The exquisitely rendered drawings of JP and friends that act as a frontpiece to every chapter heading enhance the reader's anticipation of yet another amusing anecdote to follow. The story itself, would make a rather sweet BBC production--having all the right ingredients---sensitive humans, wise-beyond-years four-legged mentors, doggy and dogged romance and new beginnings where cantakerous characters turn over a new leaf with the wag of a magical tail. Commendably the author does not compromise his leading man by including a human romance of his own and teases the reader with a picture (worth a thousand words) on the back jacket flap that depicts the prestigious outcome. Highly recommended----please write a sequel!
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Summary: Un Petit Cadeau pour Tout le Monde--- Charmant!
Review: American writer, Greg and his petit ami, JP, are hurrying from their apartment in Paris to the South of France for a date with destiny; JP is about to lose his virginity and become the sire of his own great line of liver spotted dalmations. Along the way, Greg tells in simple, straight-forward prose the amusing story of this journey, where JP's magnificent presence transcends cultural boundaries and opens doors for Greg that would have been ordinarily difficult to breach. Even the best restaurants fling open their portals and their hearts, wooing JP with succulent dishes fit for this roi des chiens.
But the story that will really tug at your heart begins once JP and Greg arrive in the Midi at the home of unlucky bteeder, Bonbon whose life has taken a turn for the worse. When JP shows absolutely no interest in the female for which he is intended and all Bonbon's frustrated attempts seem for naught, JP and his master, turn things around, charming the near-by villagers while planting the seed for another generation of extraordinary companions.
Absolutely charming, this book is a gem in every way. The exquisitely rendered drawings of JP and friends that act as a frontpiece to every chapter heading enhance the reader's anticipation of yet another amusing anecdote to follow. The story itself, would make a rather sweet BBC production--having all the right ingredients---sensitive humans, wise-beyond-years four-legged mentors, doggy and dogged romance and new beginnings where cantakerous characters turn over a new leaf with the wag of a magical tail. Commendably the author does not compromise his leading man by including a human romance of his own and teases the reader with a picture (worth a thousand words) on the back jacket flap that depicts the prestigious outcome. Highly recommended----please write a sequel!
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Summary: Made me laugh out loud
Review: I am addicted to travel narratives and picked this one up because I own a dalmatian. I read it one sitting and found myself laughing out loud many times and sharing passages with anyone nearby. I've also passed the book around my circle of friends and they experienced the same. A fun book to read, if not one that convinces you to train your dog to ride shotgun. I can't wait to read the next installment. I was lucky enough to meet Greg Edmont, JP & Sketch when he did a book reading in Atlanta where he told us a movie is in the works... I am counting the days! Just who will play the crazy French dog breeder???
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Summary: Breath of Fresh Air!
Review: I finished reading "Spotted in France" about 2 weeks ago and I can't believe how many times I've brought it up in conversations since. I'm not really a "dog lover" nor am I an avid reader. I picked up the book at an airport bookstore to preoccupy me during a long flight.
It was so funny and so different, I carried it and read it throughout my vacation. Following the 9/11 tragedy, THIS is the kind of entertainment we need to get us laughing and living again.
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Summary: Breath of Fresh Air!
Review: I finished reading "Spotted in France" about 2 weeks ago and I can't believe how many times I've brought it up in conversations since. I'm not really a "dog lover" nor am I an avid reader. I picked up the book at an airport bookstore to preoccupy me during a long flight.
It was so funny and so different, I carried it and read it throughout my vacation. Following the 9/11 tragedy, THIS is the kind of entertainment we need to get us laughing and living again.
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Summary: Delightful & Wholesome Adventure Story
Review: I found this book to be delightfully written and very nicely illustrated. It was a heartwarming adventure/serendipity story that reminded me of so many of the adventure/misadventure books that I read in middle school and high school. It felt as though I was along for the ride in person. I would recommend this book to any youngster or person who is young at heart.
Edmont has a sense of whimsy and caprice about him that is illustrated by the many twists and turns that his travels across France take him through with his faithful, spotted pooch perched upon his trusty Vespa.
The book itself has a great feel to it. It is just the right size, the binding is excellent and the font is perfectly spaced.
Both Edmont and Lyons Press have brightened up my day!
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Summary: i had a lovely journey....
Review: i had a lovely journey through the south of france with greg and j.p.! from the moment i strapped on my goggles (reading glasses), to the end of the trip when i jumped off the vespa scooter (rose from the 'barker'lounger), the fun never stopped. mr. edmont's magical writing style had me enchanted from begining to end. even though i read this book several months ago, i feel as if it were yesterday. the 'memories' of this adventure are so vivid in my mind, i enjoy recalling so many of the events as if i actually expirienced them. i've heard this wonderful story is being made into a movie! watch for me, i'll be first in line at the theater. i'm looking forward to the next book by this author!!
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Summary: Spotted in France
Review: I loved this book! So have the reviewers:Spotted in France - Chicago Tribune Review September 21, 2003
The French love their dogs, and author Gregory Edmont, yet another American in Paris, loves his Dalmatian, nicknamed JP (his French name is way too long and unpronounceable). A breeder in Provence desperately needs a litter of new puppies. Would JP do the honors? It is here that the story begins and Edmont's life changes. For as he wanders the streets of Paris and then journeys on a motor scooter into the heart of the French countryside with his Vespa-riding pooch alongside, he his met with good fortune and we, the reader, are entertained with wonderful and quite funny stories. Spotted in France - Library Journal Review September 15, 2003
The numerous endearing and eccentric characters (like the cleric who marries JP) will have the reader in stitches. Part travel log, part book about dogs and dog lovers, this magical work is highly recommended for all public and academic libraries. Read it when you are feeling down.
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Summary: Fun
Review: My girlfriend finished this book and handed it to me. I'ts not the kind of title I normally read. She was right, a little light reading and tromp through France was just what I needed. Greg Edmont is a talent. A nice escape and nice narrative.
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Summary: Fun
Review: My girlfriend finished this book and handed it to me. I'ts not the kind of title I normally read. She was right, a little light reading and tromp through France was just what I needed. Greg Edmont is a talent. A nice escape and nice narrative.
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