MASTERING THE ART OF FRENCH MURDER American in Paris, Book 1

Polly Lee has a lot of fun narrating this new series about a novice detective, and it is infectious. Tabitha Knight, a fictional neighbor of Julia Child (yes, that Julia), finds herself at the top of the suspect list when a dead body is found in the cellar--with a note in her handwriting. Lee excels at evoking the wide-eyed wonder of this American in Paris. She balances this tone with the predictable antics of a murder mystery. Fans of the renowned American chef and Francophiles in general will enjoy this creative caper. Lee channels the distinctive ringing tones of the late Child when delivering her dialogue. And her sharp wit is on full display while portraying Tabitha's keen eye for observation. M.R. © AudioFile 2023, Portland, Maine [Published: MAY 2023]