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by Vicki Archer (Author) "WHEN I AM ASKED the question, 'Where do you live?'..." (more)
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A beautifully photographed romantic book about French style and culture—and making a new home in Provence

In 1999, Vicki Archer, with her husband and three children, made a lifelong dream a reality when she bought a seventeenth-century property in Saint-Rémy-de-Provence. She spent three years lovingly restoring the farmhouse, bringing back to life the abandoned apple and pear orchards, and planting an olive grove of more than two thousand trees. In My French Life, Vicki shares an insider’s view of life in France— from its landscapes, delicious food, and scents to its charming people. And she offers an intimate portrait of what it’s like to adopt a new home on the other side of the globe. It’s a personal tale of taking risks, facing challenges, and the joyous experience of falling in love with all things French.

With lavish four-color photography that captures the essence of French style, My French Life is a book to cherish. It is the perfect gift for the holidays.

About the Author
Vicki Archer was raised in Sydney, Australia. Her first overseas trip at the age of ten sparked her passion for travel and adventure. In the last twenty years she has traveled extensively throughout France.

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  • Hardcover: 240 pages
  • Publisher: Studio (November 1, 2007)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0670018775
  • ISBN-13: 978-0670018772
  • Product Dimensions: 11.5 x 8.8 x 1.5 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 2.9 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.1 out of 5 stars See all reviews (26 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #34,873 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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36 of 38 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars My French Life, a review from NZ, November 29, 2007
My French Life is one of those book gems....good looking not only on the coffee table but also a book capable of providing a wealth of easily read information on just what the good life in France can be like. In fact my partner has one copy and we also have another copy that we have placed in our Le Petit Hotel here in New Zealand for guests to enjoy. We are a long way from France but having a book like My French Life simply enables francofiles and others who value the best of French life, to dream of that far away land with its distinctive and quite different culture. Recommended reading.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Ahh, France, January 7, 2008
By Barbara Turner (Lynden, WA USA) - See all my reviews
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I just returned from two weeks in Paris. As I was dreamily describing my adventure, someone asked, "Have you read My French Life?" I thought, just another book about I bought a house in France (or Italy) and this is how I dealt with the locals fixing it up, but this book is different. First of all it is so tastefully decorated, from its padded cover to its lovely photographs. In other words, so artistically French! I found myself reading it quickly when I opened it, and then I thought, slow down and savor this like an afternoon in a cafe. I buy a lot of books, read them and then pass them on, but this one I will keep to dip into over and over when I need a boost of French art, civility, and culture.
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5.0 out of 5 stars I'm off to France!, December 2, 2007
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Superb book, really transports you to France. Couldn't put it down. Beautifully written, fantastic photographs, a wonderful story. A beautiful gift to give or receive.
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5.0 out of 5 stars My French Life
A fabulous book. If you love Paris, or have ever been there, you must get this book. It really gives you an insider's view of this marvelous city!
Published 1 day ago by Patricia Rabe

2.0 out of 5 stars Save your money
I tried, really, really tried, to read this book. Each page was agonizing however, so I've retired it to the drawer where it will sit until I finally give it away. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Nomad

2.0 out of 5 stars Glad I checked it out in the library first
Afraid I have to agree with all the negative reviews on this book. I was hoping from the cover that this book would be about fashion, food and the french lifestyle, with lots of... Read more
Published 1 month ago by sherri

5.0 out of 5 stars My French Life
This is a wonderful "coffee table" book. It is full of photos that really capture France. It is a much higher-quality book than I expected so I was very pleasantly surprised.
Published 2 months ago by Janice M. Landsperger

5.0 out of 5 stars An absolute delight!!
From start to finish, this is such a joy to read! Peek under the dust jacket - the cover looks and feels like a French "boutis"! Read more
Published 2 months ago by Susana Stevens

4.0 out of 5 stars Lovely photos, inspiring text
To the reviewers knocking the author's self-absorbed approach, read the title of the book: 'My French Life'. Read more
Published 3 months ago by R. Nahai

5.0 out of 5 stars Pleasant Read along with interesting insider tidbits
I actually bought this as a gift for a friend and then had to return it due to the fact that the recipient already owned it - but I flipped through it and found it to have a... Read more
Published 7 months ago by Eileen S.

1.0 out of 5 stars I, me, mine...
I had hoped the book was written to inspire a trip to France and explore the French lifestyle. Really, the writing left me unable to appreciate the lush photos; so self absorbed... Read more
Published 9 months ago by Sam the girl

5.0 out of 5 stars Virtual trip to Paris
If you don't have the time or money to go to Paris, this is the next best thing. The photos are dreamy and really wonderful. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Michelle C. Schmidt

2.0 out of 5 stars A Real Disappointment
I remember doing a search quite a while back for French Life (or something similiar) and found this book right before it's release. Read more
Published 11 months ago by Laura MacDonald

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