Book Reviews

Literary Escape to Magical France: 6 Books for a Summer Reading List

June 12, 2026

Let the scent of lavender and the bustle of French boulevards spark your summer reading wanderlust. These six books whisk you away to Provence, Paris, and the French Riviera during WWII. To order, click on the book titles or covers. Romantic Fiction Carol Drinkwater: One Summer in Provence, A Season of Surprises Set amid the …

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The Pleasures of Provence by Gayle Smith Padgett – Our Book Review

April 24, 2026

Driven by a longing to uncover the secret to a truly wonderful life, Gayle Smith Padgett invites us into her third book, Pleasures of Provence: A Quest for the Secret to Joie de Vivre in La Belle France. Through vivid storytelling, she shares her adventures across Provence and beyond with her husband, Ralph. More than …

Books on Provence · Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Inspire

New Memoir, ‘A Year in French Life’ by Espinasse Co-authors – Our Book Review

March 27, 2026

Kristin Espinasse, beloved for her evocative portraits of French living, invites readers back into her world with A Year in French Life, Volume 2. Kristin’s writing sparkles with sincerity, drawing us into the gentle rhythms and quiet surprises of everyday life in France. This year, her daughter Jacqueline joined the adventure, contributing her own voice …

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Book Review: Little Provence Book Shop, by Gillian Harvey

March 16, 2026

Published by Boldwood Books Ltd. (London) in 2024, Little Provence Book Shop by Gillian Harvey is a novel that pulls the reader into the sphere or rather, in this case, the bookstore. The two main characters are Adeline, a single mother who needed to “escape to France” with her daughter Lilli, and Monique, the shop …

Books on Provence · Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Inspire

Our Review of Susan McDonald’s Debut Novel The Lost Children

February 20, 2026

The Lost Children is Susan McDonald’s debut novel, but it’s just the beginning of her writing journey. As a new author, McDonald is excited to share her story, which is the first in a trilogy exploring the challenging realities faced by people living on and near the French Riviera during World War II. A retired …

Books on Provence · Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Inspire

One Summer in Provence by Carol Drinkwater: A Book Review

February 13, 2026

In July 2025, Carol Drinkwater delighted readers with her book One Summer in Provence, A Season of Surprises. The subtitle hints at surprises ahead inside the pages. Beginning with a damp evening in England in 1976 and shifting to a warm summer morning at Celia and Dominic Grey’s vineyard in the Provencal countryside. From start …

Books on Provence · Carolyne Kauser-Abbott · Inspire

Patricia Sands Explores ‘The French Effect’ in her Latest Novel

January 23, 2026

Patricia Sands released her 13th novel, The French Effect, a captivating story of leaving a Canadian ski town for Paris, Provence, and the French Riviera. Filled with pain aux raisins, road trips, and dancing, it’s ideal for adventure seekers or those craving a holiday escape—like an extra treat in a baker’s dozen. In The French …

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Villefranche-sur-Mer Gem 1-bedroom holiday rental

Le Petit Bijou is a 1-bedroom apartment on Villefranche's waterfront. The apartment is fully outfitted, ideal for a Riviera holiday.

Côte d’Azur (French Riviera)
One Bedroom

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Le Clos du Buis Hotel in Bonnieux

Le Clos du Buis welcomes guests to a family-run 10 room hotel in the heart of Bonnieux in the Luberon Valley. Tasteful Provencal décor combined with modern comforts.

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Vaucluse
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Studio Apartment Minutes from Aix-en-Provence

Surrounded by vineyards, the air-conditioned studio apartment has a bedroom, bathroom, a small kitchenette, and a sitting area.

Bouches du Rhone
One Bedroom

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Malaucène: Charming B&B and Guest Cottage

Bed and Breakfast with 5 bedrooms and a private cottage is located just a few minutes from Vaison La Romaine.

Vaucluse
Bed and Breakfast

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Large Property Near Aix - Ferme du Val

Ferme du Val is a spacious seven (7) bedroom home, including a studio apartment that sleeps, 14 people. Available for short or long-term rental.

Bouches du Rhone
Seven Bedrooms

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Guest Towels 100% French Linen Herb Garden Design

These beautiful guest towels from My French Country Home bring the beauty and fragrance of a French herb garden to your home . Designed with an elegant botanical print featuring beloved culinary herbs, these towels add a fresh and sophisticated touch to any guest bathroom or kitchen. Made with 100% high-quality linen and sold as a set of two (2).

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Quilted Tote Bags in Provencal Fabrics

These large tote bags come in a range of Provencal fabrics. Whether you choose lavender, wild flowers or one of the other two patterns these sturdy bags are light yet strong enough to carry all the necessary accessories and even a laptop. The bags are made with printed and quilted fabric and have solid handles.

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Hand-painted Kitchen Canisters

Add a touch of French lavender to your kitchen with these hand-painted glass jars. These air-tight canisters are designed with a Provencal lavender motif and are perfect for dry goods or even as a flower vase. The jar capacity is 0.4 gallons (1.5 litres) and made with transparent, sturdy glass and a wooden lid.

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Travel Journal – Côte d’Azur

A beautiful journal for your adventures on the Côte d’Azur. This travel journal from My French Country Home features watercolour prints on the cover and throughout its 128 pages. Size: 14.5 x 20.5 cm, made with recycled paper.

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My French Country Home Box

Because travel is not always possible, you can still give beautiful artisan keepsakes from French manufacturers with My French Country Home Box, a curated subscription box.

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Lavender Field Room Mist

Okanagan Lavender Field Room Mist is naturally scented with pure lavender essential oil and hydrosol, no synthetics or artificial fragrance. Spray in a room or directly on your bed linens, then lay back, close your eyes and breathe in the calming aroma of a beautiful field of lavender. (Shipping in Canada only).

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Rectangular Tablecloth with Provencal Motif

Southern France's nature unites with olive branches and lavender set on a yellow background from Remember Provence. A rectangular pattern this tablecloth is 100% cotton, and a has a light acrylic coating for easy cleaning. Also available in white.

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Travel Journal – Cannes

Whether you are visiting Cannes for the film festival or not this travel journal is perfect for recording you adventures on the Côte d’Azur. This travel journal from My French Country Home features watercolour prints on throughout its 128 pages. Size: 14.5 x 20.5 cm. It is beautiful, combining sustainability with artistry.

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Provencal Design Cotton Tea Towels

Remember Provence selected these top-quality jacquard cotton tea towels for the absorbant qualities and fun designs. Made in Provence they are quick-drying and make great gifts (sold in sets of three). This version is a tribute to the local drink - Pastis.

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Book Reviews

Literary Escape to Magical France: 6 Books for a Summer Reading List

The Pleasures of Provence by Gayle Smith Padgett – Our Book Review

New Memoir, ‘A Year in French Life’ by Espinasse Co-authors – Our Book Review

Book Review: Little Provence Book Shop, by Gillian Harvey

Our Review of Susan McDonald’s Debut Novel The Lost Children

One Summer in Provence by Carol Drinkwater: A Book Review

Patricia Sands Explores ‘The French Effect’ in her Latest Novel

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