The Elegance of the Hedgehog
Muriel Barbery
The Elegance of the Hedgehog invites readers into the lives of the inconspicuous inhabitants of an elegant Parisian building. Follow Renée, a cultured and intelligent concierge, and Paloma, a talented but misunderstood twelve-year-old, as they hide their true selves from a world that doesn't appreciate them. Their lives intertwine with the arrival of a wealthy Japanese man, who sees through their disguises and helps them discover their kindred spirits. This novel celebrates the quiet victories of those often overlooked.
Publish Date
2008-09-02T00:00:00.000Z
2008-09-02T00:00:00.000Z
first published in 2006
Goodreads Rating
3.8
ISBN
9781933372600
Categories
Recommendations
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Recommendations
2022-03-01T16:00:00.000Z
Starting the month off with a new #NatesReads recommended by my sister-in-law - ‘The Elegance of the Hedgehog’ by Muriel Barbery. This book has a storyline that reminds us that appearances are not everything. To shop: – source