Light but disappointing

  • Book: The Vintage Caper
  • Location: Bordeaux, Provence
  • Author: Peter Mayle

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Content

The reviews just inside the book cover say it all – light, holiday read, sure to please Mayle fans. I hadn’t read a Peter Mayle book before and, although the book certainly describes the South of France and Marseilles area in a very charming way, I won’t be reaching for another of his books in a hurry. I found the plot uninspiring and predictable, with the main virtues being it was easy to read and soon finished. It did make me want to find a good French restaurant and enjoy the best that French food and wine can offer. Overall though, disappointing.

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