I thoroughly enjoyed this book. Julia Child seems to have possessed a rare joie de vivre, a insatiable curiousity to learn, and an utter zest for life. This was a woman who made a point to learn and experience the language, local customs, and cuisine of all the places she and her husband were assigned, rather than locking themselves away in a closet with other Americans "after hours". Not only was this an outstanding snapshot of life in France in the post War decades, it was just a fun read. I usually zip through books, but I found myself slowing down and literally savoring this one, just so I could imagine some of the dishes she described. I could almost smell and taste them. She took such care in detailing them, and seems to have remembered in the finest detail almost every dish that she served for every event or get-together. She and her husband seemed to have been genuinely nice people, and I especially loved the centerfold with pictures of the Valentines they created for their friends. It was a small touch, but really brought the "characters" to life. Anyone who could create the bubblebath valentine would be just a fun person to have around, and that feeling permeated the whole book. Please, please read it. This is one of the few books that actual read like sunshine.Read full review
Julia is hilarious and compelling. HE life in France makes me want to live there.. sometimes. :)
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After seeing the movie Julie & Julia I knew I wanted to read this book. The book is very good and details the lives of Julia & Paul from 1948 until the end of her death in 2004. If you are a cooking fan you will love it also as the book very much covers her life while writing the cook book "Mastering the Art of French Cooking. I would recommend the book to everyone as it is very well written and keeps your interest through out.
Heartwarming, funny and includes photos that bring the story to life. A wonderful book that would make a great gift. A great book all-around don't miss out on this easy to read enjoyable book.
I really enjoyed reading about Julia's life and journey toward a career as a French chef. She seemed to be a very warm person, who was larger than life personally and in her physical stature. I was surprised to learn that she was six feet tall. Altogether an enjoyable read.
book club selection followed by decadent dinner at our favorite french restaurant. loved by all and fascinated by her interesting life.
I was inspired to read this book after seeing "Julie and Julia" with Meryl Streep and Amy Adams. I was so intrigued by Paul and Julia Child that I decided to read this book. A great book about cooking and France in the late 1940s and 1950s. A must read...
Simply delightful. Thoroughly enjoyable. You don't have to be a cook to be entertained by this world acclaimed chef. Highly recommend this read to any age group.
I love how it sounds just like Julia. You can really hear her voice when you read. You truly get to know her love of food and why she persued her interest in French cooking.
Very enjoyable and I highly recommend. The book is not about cooking by a true love affair of husband and finding one's passion. Very inspiring.
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