Helpful Score: 1
This is a delight of a little book. Humorous, touching, unique. My daughter and I read it aloud to each other. The magic of a hardworking charwoman getting to travel to Paris in hopes of buying a Dior dress; her longing and determination to own just one thing of such utter loveliness no matter the cost. Just writing the review makes me want to go back and read it again. It was made into a movie starring Angela Lansbury, which is also delightful.
This is a sweet, heart-warming, amusing novella about a London charwoman (cleaning lady), Mrs. Harris, who develops a sudden desire to own a beautiful Dior dress. She scrimps and saves and finally finds herself in Paris for a day to fulfill her dream - but gets much more than she bargained for. It is an utter delight, loaded with sentiment, and just the right length for a cozy, comfortable read.
Book Description
Two alternate titles: Mrs Harris Goes to Paris; and Flowers for Mrs Harris.
After seeing a Dior at one of her client's houses, Mrs. Harris or 'Arris as she says, a London char(cleaning)woman decides that she must have something so wonderful for herself. So after scrimping and saving, she goes to Paris and the House of Dior to get an original for herself. The good heart of Mrs. 'Arris changes the people around her and she ends up with more than just a dress.
My Review
I loved this charming tale and the way Mrs. Harris went about in her normal way but began to change other people's lives. The story is an easy read but hard to put down. The plot has several twists and turns right up until the last page. I hope to read more by this author. It is a story that will speak to you for sure!
Two alternate titles: Mrs Harris Goes to Paris; and Flowers for Mrs Harris.
After seeing a Dior at one of her client's houses, Mrs. Harris or 'Arris as she says, a London char(cleaning)woman decides that she must have something so wonderful for herself. So after scrimping and saving, she goes to Paris and the House of Dior to get an original for herself. The good heart of Mrs. 'Arris changes the people around her and she ends up with more than just a dress.
My Review
I loved this charming tale and the way Mrs. Harris went about in her normal way but began to change other people's lives. The story is an easy read but hard to put down. The plot has several twists and turns right up until the last page. I hope to read more by this author. It is a story that will speak to you for sure!
