Perplexed by the purpose of life, precocious 12-year-old Paloma Josse has decided to end her life on her next birthday. On the other hand, erudite Renee Michel has determined to conceal her authentic self and act the stereotypical role of a concierge. The story unfolds in a wealthy Parisian apartment building and was told from the perspective of Renee and Paloma. At times Paloma's "profound thoughts" in her journal entries are insightful and hilarious.
With the arrival of a new tenant, Mr. Ozu, intersecting the lives of Renee and Paloma, what happens to Renee in the end truly surprised me. I enjoyed this book. It celebrates friendship and reminds me to pause and see beauty whenever we can.
This novel is our Brown Bag selection for September.
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