Why people recommend it
When in French by Lauren Collins is a memoir exploring cross-cultural romance, language barriers, and adaptation as an American journalist navigates life and love in Paris. On The Book Review, host Pamela Paul introduced the author and discussed the themes of the memoir, later reminding listeners of the title during the episode. Additionally, Sarah Lyall shared her admiration for the publication on the same podcast. She announced to listeners that because she felt her recent reading habits had leaned too heavily on casual escapist fiction, she planned to spend the summer rereading the memoir written by her friend Lauren Collins. Throughout the discussions, the participants highlighted how the book thoughtfuly investigates the complexities of communication and connection when two people express themselves in different tongues, cementing its appeal as a witty and insightful exploration of modern romance across international boundaries.
Who recommended it
- Pamela Paul Recommended
- Sarah Lyall Recommended
Pamela Paul — 3 mentions
“Lauren Collins explores this and other cross-cultural matters of the heart in her new book when in French what am I missing”
“isn't that difficult to talk about her new book when in French love in a second language Lauren thanks so much for being here”
“and the book again is when in French love in a second language by Lauren Collins”
Sarah Lyall — 1 mention
“and then since it's going to be a little bit non-fiction for me this summer because I feel I've been too sloppy with Escapist fiction in the last few months I'm going to reread my friend Lauren Collins's book when in French”