Vive La Paris, Esme Raji Codell
Vive La Paris, Esme Raji Codell
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Vive La Paris

Author: Esme Raji Codell

Narrator: Tichina Arnold

Unabridged: 4 hr 20 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 03/11/2008


Synopsis

Paris has just come for piano lessons, not chopped-liver sandwiches or French lessons or free advice. But when old Mrs. Rosen gives her a little bit more than she can handle, it might be just what Paris needs in order to understand the bully in her brother’s life . . . and the bullies of the world.  

This companion novel to the award-winning Sahara Special is an affecting look at what it means to be your brother’s keeper, and at how we hold on to hope when the world is more than we can handle. (Rose-colored glasses optional.)

About The Author

Esmé Raji Codell is the author of the acclaimed novel Sahara Special, winner of the IRA Children's Book Award, a Kirkus Editors' Choice for 2003, and a BookSense 76 #1 title; as well as a memoir for young readers, Sing a Song of Tuna Fish: Hard-to-Swallow Stories from Fifth Grade. A former teacher, bookseller, and children's librarian, she lives with her husband and son in Chicago. Sahara Special and Sing a Song of Tuna Fish Hard-to-Swallow Stories from Fifth Grade are also available on audio from Listening Library.


Reviews

Goodreads review by SaraKat

I adore Paris. I pretty much loved everything about this book. Paris's internal dialogue constantly made me laugh because she has such a unique way of seeing the world. Her family was a mess, but fun. Her piano lessons rapidly spiraled out of control in a lovely way. I didn't really know what to exp......more

Goodreads review by Kelsey

Vive La Paris is an excellent story that shows so much growth. We all could use some rose colored glasses......more

Goodreads review by Ariel

This book is an incredible example of how the realities of the world can be related in a sensitive and entertaining manner, all through the eyes of a fifth-grade girl. Paris is the youngest in a family whose eccentricities are only matched by their strong bond with each other. Whether she is taking......more