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4.17 AVERAGE
4.17 AVERAGE
Absolutely gorgeous book. After visiting Provence this year, this book transported me back to a place I loved.
adventurous
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
As someone who has been following author and photographer Jamie Beck’s work for over a decade, I couldn’t be prouder of what she’s shared here! Beautiful photographs that tell her unique story of what she’s seen and experienced in Provence. I’m not sure what other readers expected, but this is definitely an autobiography of sorts, accompanied by photographs by and of the author, and I think it was absolutely beautiful!
There was a point in this book where she was like "I know how privileged this sounds"...because it was. There was wildly so much privilege that was never mentioned more than one fleeting sentence. I'm not denying that Beck worked hard, but there was so much "deeper" things she could have discussed.
I'm sure this book is perfect for so many people, I was not that person.
I'm sure this book is perfect for so many people, I was not that person.
3.5 stars.
It's funny: I just read a book the other day that I couldn't get into because I couldn't seem to connect with the author's voice. I hadn't been familiar with them before, and the book made me casually interested in looking up their socials--but that was about it.
This read was similar in that I wasn't familiar with the author prior to picking up the book--but it quickly made me a fan! Her voice and story were immediately engaging, and I am glad I stumbled across it. (And now I would like to pack up and move to Provence. Thank you, Jamie Beck. ;D)
A few of the pics weren't really my jam--a bit too sensual for my taste--and there was some language, including an f-bomb, which was unfortunate.
But, I really enjoyed the photography tips and food recipes. Mmmmm, methinks I'd really enjoy (eating) French cooking! LOL! And, I loved Beck's challenging of the continual pursuit of looking young and doing more-more-more/#allthethings. In this Advent season, especially, I am encouraged to slow down, experience life, and engage all the senses. This book definitely helps with that.
It's funny: I just read a book the other day that I couldn't get into because I couldn't seem to connect with the author's voice. I hadn't been familiar with them before, and the book made me casually interested in looking up their socials--but that was about it.
This read was similar in that I wasn't familiar with the author prior to picking up the book--but it quickly made me a fan! Her voice and story were immediately engaging, and I am glad I stumbled across it. (And now I would like to pack up and move to Provence. Thank you, Jamie Beck. ;D)
A few of the pics weren't really my jam--a bit too sensual for my taste--and there was some language, including an f-bomb, which was unfortunate.
But, I really enjoyed the photography tips and food recipes. Mmmmm, methinks I'd really enjoy (eating) French cooking! LOL! And, I loved Beck's challenging of the continual pursuit of looking young and doing more-more-more/#allthethings. In this Advent season, especially, I am encouraged to slow down, experience life, and engage all the senses. This book definitely helps with that.
adventurous
hopeful
inspiring
relaxing
slow-paced
A relaxing audio. Don’t miss the physical book, her photography is so beautiful
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hopeful
informative
inspiring
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medium-paced
This is the most gorgeous book I’ve ever read! Each page is a feast for the eyes, and I thoroughly enjoyed immersing myself in Provençal culture through Jamie’s book. And more than that, I treasure the lessons that I’ve always known but that Jamie put into words: life should be simple and beautiful and lived at your own pace. The happiest lives are filled with good food, better friends, and as much natural beauty as you can find. Thank you for letting us into your world, Jamie Beck!
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
medium-paced
informative
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
fast-paced
Creatively inspiring and great recipes (the pot roast was excellent!!)