Acquired Tastes by Peter Mayle
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Book Reviews of Acquired Tastes
Book Review: i want to move to france!
Summary: 5 Stars
all of peter mayles books are great - and this is no exception!Book Review: Spending money is lots of fun with Peter Mayle
Summary: 4 Stars
If you're ever in one of those wacky movie situations where a super-rich relative gives you a couple million dollars that you have to spend in 30 days, buy this book. If you wouldn't mind just reading about that lifestyle, read this book. Peter Mayle leads the readers through the finer things in life, such as handmade shoes, truffles, and caviar.
People that already like Peter Mayle's books will appreciate this one, although it doesn't have a lot to do with Provence.
Book Review: A fun treatise on the finer things in life!
Summary: 3 Stars
In his undying wit, Mayle shares with us some of his field research on the finer things in life. Although really geared toward the gentleman reader, it is enjoyable for women to read as well. You'll learn some interesting facts on caviar, truffles, cashmere, and cigars as well as pick up on the potential pitfalls of overindulgence and gluttony. A quick and enjoyable read for anyone who is curious about the life of luxury!
Book Review: Not Mayle's best
Summary: 3 Stars
Leaving his haunts in the South of France, Peter explores the tastes of the rich and famous. Custom shoes, shirts, suits, second homes, stretch limos and all. A good read but not his best!Book Review: Don't expect more of the same....
Summary: 2 Stars
I had loved Peter Mayle's "A Year in Provence" and "Toujours Provence". This how-to-spend-obnoxious-amounts-of-money guide is amusing and I enjoyed the tongue-in-cheek explanations of how costly it is to maintain a marriage and a mistress, the necessity of cashmere to keep warm and the importance of a folding hat. However, it isn't the same type or level of writing as that in Mayle's novels. If you're looking for another romp through the South of France, stick to the above novels or "A Dog's Life" which is the story of the year in Provence told from the dog's perspective.