Paris Lost and Found

Praise for Paris Lost and Found “Lovers of Paris know that Scott Carpenter understands and evokes the authentic city behind the iconic sights and tourist cliches. In this sequel to his delightful, insightful French Like Moi, Carpenter takes us on a deeply personal journey, illuminating with poignant humor the City of Light, and loss, and love.” —Don George, author of The Way of Wanderlust “Almost all stories set in Paris benefit from the reflected glow of the City of Light. But Carpenter has a unique way of seeing the world around him that elevates even the most mundane encounters of everyday life in the 13th arrondissement with curiosity, tenderness, and humor. He writes with a seemingly effortless lightness that’s deceptively hard to achieve in memoir writing, making the reader laugh out loud, even as he shares his journey navigating the sorrow of his own loss. Honestly, the funniest book I’ve ever read that also made me cry.” —Heather Stimmler, editor of Secrets of Paris “The best travel book I’ve read all year.” —Gillian Kendall, Perceptive Travel “Directed by his Midwestern sense of delight, Carpenter adopts the role of an American observer, making keen observations about language and about the fact that human vulnerability makes people more alike than they are different. Still, everyone Carpenter encounters is fair game for an affectionate portrait that speaks to their particular quirks and culture. A nuanced memoir about loss, starting over, and embracing a new home abroad.” —Foreword Clarion Reviews “Five Stars” —Readers’ Favorite Praise for French Like Moi “A delightful read...filled with levity and grace.” —Kirkus Reviews “Carpenter's droll take keeps the reader chuckling.” —Minneapolis Star Tribune “Carpenter has a knack for turning potential catastrophes into comedy.” —Publishers Weekly “A delightful romp through French life.” —Midwest Book Review Five stars, and Editors’ Pick —Foreword Reviews