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Lately, I’ve been in love with all things France, so this week is the perfect time for me to share with you some of my favorite books set in France. Whether you like historical fiction or non-fiction, translated fiction or chick lit or steamy romance, there’s a book set in France that’ll be perfect for you 
Chick Lit/Memoir - Paris Letters
Although technically non-fiction, this sweet little confection of a book reads just like a light and fluffy romance. Nothing too serious here plus lots of beautiful paintings by the author (like the cover) are included! Full review here.
Historical Fiction - Somewhere In France
I just have so many good things to say about this book! It was a perfect historical romance. The love story is very sweet and is completely integrated into the era in which it takes places. The way the romance progresses is determined in part by factors unique to the time period, which makes the romance less cliche and is a great way to give the reader a feel for the era. Full review here.
Steamy Romance - The Dark Queen
The Dark Queen is another historical romance, with a plot so good that it’s not overwhelmed by the steamy sex. I also loved this book because I’m a sucker for a happy ending! Full review here.
Non-Fiction - How The French Invented Love
This was a fascinating bit of non-fiction! I’ve always assumed that the idea that the French view love differently than anyone else is just a stereotype. This book convinced me otherwise with lots of fascinating anecdotes and fun facts! Full review here.
Translated Women’s Fiction - The Yellow Eyes of Crocodiles
This was a very character driven book and made for a fascinating look at many types of love. My favorite story was that of Josephine, who is really in need of some self-love and who grows in very believable ways throughout the book. Yet another fantastic experience with translated fiction. Full review here.
What are your favorites books about France or romance? If you have any other posts about literary love, be sure to add them to #LiteraryLove2014 link-up below!
How fun! I could use a little Paris, I will have to check out some of these titles!
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I think we could all probably use a bit of Paris in our lives
It just sounds like such a beautiful city!
What a cool idea… I enjoyed reading your list! I would like books set in France, of course
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I can’t believe you’re actually living in Paris! I’m so completely jealous! Your experience in Shakespeare and Company particularly appeals to my bookish side
Ooh, great list! I think I want to read all of the books you mention. Do you have a favourite out of all of them?
Definitely The Yellow Eyes of Crocodiles! I’ve really been loving character driven books lately and this was just a fantastic example of that sort of book. The main character was so relatable and the writing was beautiful. Everything about it was fantastic
Plus I have the ulterior motive of recommending this because if enough people buy it, the next book in the series will hopefully get translated too 
I love historical fiction and I think I want to read Somewhere in France! Katie, we have something in common – I love everything French and I’d love to visit France one day.
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How fun! Hopefully we’ll both make it France some day
Oo la la! How the French Invented Love and Yellow Eyes of Crocodiles both sound great.
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They were very good! If you pick them up, I hope you love them as much as I did
Hmm…I love all things France. I feel my own France post coming on! There are so many great books about France and the food, the travel, the people, oh my…I’m getting hungry for a French book!
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Fantastic! I would definitely enjoy reading a post you put together
I’m not usually a YA fan, but the YA book Anna and the French Kiss was sooo dreamy! I’m betting from the list that you’d enjoy it.
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I’ve read some good reviews of Anna and the French Kiss, but had forgotten about it. That would be a great book to get to while I’m enjoying reading about France so much!
Ohmigawsh. What pleasure to stumble into a literary love link up! I have an entire series on Literary Grannies. Its been neglected lately, but is being dusted off for April and Blogging from A to Z.
I am a big fan of memoir – I definitely want to read Paris Letters and how the French Invented Love. Fantabulous squared!
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How interesting! What do you write about for Literary Grannies? Fictional grannies or grannies who write? I adore memoirs too
I’ve never been to France, but now I want to go! Thanks for the list of books that can at least take me there in my mind.
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I haven’t ever been either but I do love that books let me imagine being there! Paris Letters was especially good for that. Definitely a fun, wish-fulfillment kind of book
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Such a good list! Can I add Hemingway? There’s The Paris Wife, which isn’t by him but is about him and takes place in Paris, and then there’s A Moveable Feast which is all about Paris, too!
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Definitely! You’ve had some great Paris books as part of Jazz Age January. They sound like a lot of fun!
This looks like a great list – thank you so much for the recommendations. Having visited Paris, I can attest to the magic that exist there. Capturing that magic in a novel is the absolute best. Speaking of love, a little love from #SITSBlogging.
I’m glad to hear that the city really is a magical place to visit! I’ve never been, but would love to visit for real some time
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I love books about Paris and thought I knew ‘em all, but now I’ve got a few new ones to add to my list. Thanks! I also just released my own book about Paris, “Confessions of a Paris Party Girl” – sounds right up your alley
http://www.amazon.com/Confessions-Paris-Party-Vicki-Lesage/dp/1494701529
Great, I’m glad you found some new books to look for!