Book Description | "Juliet in Paris" is a novel by Roselyne Masek, translated by Zina Idris and reviewed and edited by the Center for Arabization and Programming in Beirut. "Since my mom gave up her nursing career to become a journalist, we spend our time on airplanes under the pretense that she dreams of traveling around the world. But what about my dreams? Do I want to go to Paris?" With these words, thirteen-year-old Juliet begins to talk to herself when her mother decides to take her on a work trip from Quebec to Paris to cover French discount month. The summer vacation had just begun when Juliet traveled with her mother to Paris. While she preferred to spend her afternoons by the pool at her friend Gina's house, she was happy to gaze at the city from the top of the Eiffel Tower, take a boat ride on the Seine, shop at Galeries Lafayette, and make friends with four boys! Nevertheless, deep in the darkest tunnels of the City of Light, the teenage girl will experience a terrifying adventure. The novels final pages include a travel booklet following in Juliets footsteps. Readers will find information about some attractions and key landmarks of the French capital, as well as about its history. They can also test their knowledge with a set of questions that can be answered in the back of the book. A thrilling addition to the adventures! |