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Berta Smiths-Jacob

    Girls of Riyadh
    We Bought a Zoo
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      • 245pages
      • 9 heures de lecture

      As the editor-in-chief of a top fashion magazine, Fiona Monaghan enjoyed her glamorous life, flitting between Manhattan and Europe. Her world was turned upside down when John Anderson, a conservative widower with two daughters, entered her office. Initially amused and appalled by her high-fashion lifestyle, John eventually captured Fiona's heart during an impulsive trip to the Paris couture shows. Upon returning to New York, their relationship blossomed, with John befriending Fiona's bulldog, Sir Winston, and Fiona making space for him in her life. However, challenges soon emerged. John introduced Fiona to his hostile daughters and their demanding housekeeper, leading to a disastrous dinner party with his important client that strained their relationship. As tensions escalated, Fiona found herself on a journey of pain and self-discovery. In a bold move, she returned to Paris alone, where a series of unexpected events began to unfold. Amidst the enchanting snowfall in the City of Light, Fiona's life took an unforeseen turn, revealing a second act she never anticipated. This captivating tale explores the magic of instant attraction, the difficulties of change, and the hope that arises when we dare to embrace new beginnings.

      Seconde chance
      3,7
    • Chuck it all in and buy a zoo? Why not thought Benjamin Mee, unaware of the grim living conditions, creditors and escaped big cat that lay in wait. This is his funny, touching and ultimately tragic story of how the Mee family adapted to life in the zoo.

      We Bought a Zoo
      3,5
    • The girls of Riyadh are young, attractive and living by Saudi Arabia's strict cultural traditions. In-between sneaking out behind their parents' backs, dating, watching American TV and having fun, they're still trying to be good little Muslim girls. That is, pleasing their families. But can you be a twenty-first century girl and a Saudi girl?

      Girls of Riyadh
      3,3